A unique project aiming to enhance the lives of those living with dementia, is now on display in Liverpool city centre.
Where the Arts Belong has investigated how to do this through a number of arts sessions between the city's centre for contemporary arts, and dementia care operator Belong, whose customers have been enjoying creative experiences led by critically-acclaimed artists.
The research project began in 2019, in the form of ‘artist residencies' which initially saw six artists working with Belong's residents, engaging them in an array of art forms, ranging from storytelling and sculpture to sound art and dance. During Covid-19 lockdowns, participation widened to include Belong's community care customers, bringing artists into their homes, via video call..
