Resources

How can heritage and creativity support mental health? Our new report showcases work from 18 heritage and arts organisations using our wealth of heritage assets, and the creativity of artists, to improve mental health and community connections.

How is Finland approaching the creative and cultural rights of and provision for older people? A series of case studies from and reflections on Finland's creative ageing scene.

What would it require for all care homes to offer their residents access to relevant creative and cultural opportunities on a daily basis?

A second volume of the hugely popular Treasury, this time with 52 creative activities, one for each week of the year. Designed for everyone who would like to bring more art and creativity into the work they do with older people.

An overview of participatory arts offered by the NHS to people with mental health problems - featuring NHS Trusts across the UK which offer a range of creative artist-led programmes in both primary and secondary care.

Improving creative opportunities for people with mental health problems from ethnically diverse backgrounds.

News, views and resources from our Arts programme.

A Directory of around 250 UK organisations working in arts and mental health

A collection of songs created for people living with dementia to enjoy singing on their own or with family, friends or carers. With films to learn and sing along backing tracks.

News, views and resources from our Arts programme.