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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald
National

Power of memories resonates with those living with dementia

Music therapist Susan Ashley-Brown, Keven and Catherine Claydon, and Kay Pisel discuss some of the Memory Room's displays. Picture by Jonathan Carroll

The Memory Room is a wonderful Newcastle project bringing connection, conversation, and joy to people living with dementia and those who care for them.

The program, which is free for library members and unique to the city, was created by Kay Pisel, home library service team leader for Newcastle Libraries. It aims to create opportunities for social engagement and help overcome some of the isolation that can occur after a diagnosis of dementia.

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