Painting by numbers
Idea submitted by Hilary Duxford. Painting can be an enjoyable hobby at any time. As a way of spending time “in the moment”, it can also be a great way to boost wellbeing and reduce anxiety. If you find the idea of starting with a blank canvass daunting, painting by...
Listen to famous albums with the artists who recorded them
Tim Burgess, vocalist with The Charlatans took the web by storm during lockdown with his #TimsTwitterListeningParties. The idea is simple. Stream or play the chosen album for that day, follow @Tim_Burgess on twitter, then read the tweets in real time. The twist is the... Take up painting or drawing
You may already have the tools around your home to enjoy activities such as painting. If there is a craft you have always wanted to try but need to purchase some kit, order items online to be delivered from sites such as Hobbycraft. How can I help someone to do this?...
Join a virtual choir
Do you enjoy singing? Why not take part in a virtual singalong without leaving your home? If you already take part in Alzheimer’s Society’s ‘Singing for the Brain’ groups, you can now take part online. More information at the Singing for the Brain site. Alternatively...
Listen to your favourite music
Reminisce with old favourites or discover new music. Make a list of the types of music you’d like to explore, and then use Google to see where you can listen to it. You can listen to unlimited music for free using Spotify.com or Google Play Music, using an internet...Latest tweets
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