Reminiscence and Spirituality (REST): Meaningful Conversation with Seniors living with Dementia 

Do you have a loved one living with dementia? Do you wish that they could experience the warmth and comfort of Jesus through your interactions with them?

Reminiscence involves looking back on past events, people and places. The Meaningful Conversation Workshop employs the use of reminiscence arts to engage persons with dementia, including those with little and no speech. In reminiscence arts, we use objects, music, dance, drawings, photographs and etc, to trigger memories with the aid of our senses. These include sight, touch, sound, smell and taste. 

In this workshop, you will learn the biblical principles of engaging persons living with dementia and acquire skills to communicate and relate meaningfully with them. Bring along an item that brings back a fond memory for you and/or your loved ones, and let’s have a conversation around it! 

Whether you're a caregiver, or supporting a caregiver, let's come together to also give thanks for the joys and struggles of this journey. Light refreshments will be provided.

Who Should Attend

• Anyone who is a caregiver (especially those caring for loved ones living with dementia and other special needs)
• Anyone who is supporting a caregiver
• All ages and genders are welcome!

Date: 7 March 2026 (Sat)
Time: 2pm to 4.30pm
Venue: Jordan 1 (Level 3)

You can also find out more from Kopi Corner after the Sunday service.

This workshop is organised by LoveTheElderly.

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About our workshops facilitators, Arthur and Patrica

Arthur and Patricia are UK-trained and accredited Reminiscence Arts Facilitators with the European Reminiscence Network (ERN). Besides conducting reminiscence sessions with seniors and their caregivers, they conduct Reminiscence Facilitators' Training for churches, healthcare providers and Institutions of Higher Learning. Both advocate a relationship-driven approach through reminiscence to promote seniors' wellbeing.