Blog

A short opinion survey we conducted with the help of Arts Professional showed that most people feel that the arts sector now gives greater priority to older people than it did ten years ago...

The first draft of a mapping report on Arts & Mental Health in advance of our new grants programme is nearly ready … we would love your feedback on our first impressions of the field

Finland is leading the way on both creative ageing and on arts and mental health. David Cutler reports on some stand-out initiatives.

Arts Council of Wales Chief Executive, Nick Capaldi, reflects on the value of challenging older people through their experience of, and engagement with, the arts.

The books on ageing and on ageing and creativity that have most inspired the Director of the Foundation and our Arts & Older People programme

Luminate changed its approach in 2018 from a festival focus to offer a year-round programme of activities and support for the sector. Its Director, Anne Gallacher, talks about that transition.

2018's (B)old festival of creative ageing at the Southbank Centre is spinning off into some wonderful programmes for people living with dementia: (B)old Words, (B)old Moves and now - (B)old Vision ...

The pioneering work funded through ACNI's Arts & Older People programme has brought the arts, health and care worlds together to offer numerous creative opportunities, challenge stereotypes, and tackle the problem of loneliness.

Kari Gerstheimer, Head of Information and Advice at Mencap, explains how redesigning their legal education training for care workers has led to an increase in managers referring cases to them for legal advice.

Orchestras and bands are increasingly engaging older people in their work - from comfortable concerts to Ukulele bands to working with composers. David Cutler rounds up a few of his favourites.