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Together yet apart: Rethinking creativity and relational dementia care during the Covid-19 pandemic
Victoria Tischler1, Hannah Zeilig2, Mary O'Malley3
1School of Psychology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford. GU2 7XH, UK.
Geriatric Nursing (New York, N.Y.)
|September 17, 2023
Summary
The Culture Box project used creative activities to reduce loneliness in people with dementia living in care homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative successfully fostered relational care and improved social health.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Creative Arts Therapies
- Public Health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated social isolation and distress for individuals with dementia in care homes.
- Creative engagement is recognized as a potential strategy to mitigate negative psychological impacts in this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a remote and digital creative intervention, 'Culture Boxes', for people with dementia.
- To assess the impact of the project on social isolation, loneliness, and relational care within care home settings.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach using Participatory Action Research was employed.
- Quantitative data from baseline and follow-up surveys and qualitative data from dialogic interviews were collected from people with dementia and care staff.
- Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inductive thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Qualitative findings highlighted that creative activities fostered relational care through sharing and community building.
- The project promoted social health by encouraging participation in social activities and supporting independence.
- A significant proportion of participants (68 people with dementia, 28 staff) completed the 12-month study.
Conclusions:
- Creative practices, delivered remotely, can effectively facilitate relational care and enhance the social health of people with dementia.
- The 'Culture Box' intervention shows promise in supporting care staff and maximizing wellbeing for individuals living with dementia.
- Further research is recommended to explore the broader utility of creative interventions in dementia care.
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