Resources
Resources
Research shows that just 15 minutes outdoors or engaging with nature is good for the health and well-being of people living with dementia.
It can improve sleep, communication skills, memory, mood and even slow the decline of the condition.
We understand that accessing these benefits is not always straight-forward. Here we have information you can trust based on research and 12 years of working directly with people with dementia, their friends and families.
The Benefits of Nature
For people with dementia, research shows that meaningful outdoor activity and connection with the natural environment can have a positive effect and can slow down the progression of the symptoms. Let’s look at how it does that.
What's stopping you?
When you live with dementia or support someone who does, it’s not always easy to access the wellbeing benefits of nature and the outdoors. Read more about some of the issues you may experience and how to overcome them.
Top tips
If you live with dementia, or support someone who does, take the time to connect to nature and the outdoors every day. Here’s some ideas.
We’re Hiring! Volunteers Coordinator
We’re Hiring!
We depend on our volunteers. This position will play a key role in shaping the involvement of volunteers across the charity.
Dementia Adventure has a new look!
In our 14th year, we are proud to be unveiling our new look, to support a refreshed strategy for Dementia Adventure.
How to support people with dementia in hot weather
Esme and Seth raised money to help people living with dementia to access nature – a cause very close to their family’s heart.
