WOULD I LIE TO YOU? Activity Guide for Coordinators “Would I Lie To You?” is a fun, interactive reminiscence and storytelling activity based on the popular television programme. Participants share surprising, unusual or interesting facts about themselves, some of which are true and some of which are made up. The rest of the group then ask questions and try to decide which are truths and which are lies. The activity encourages conversation, laughter, curiosity and social conne

Celebrating the Arrival of Summer – CST Activity Pack Welcome the arrival of summer with this engaging and enjoyable Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) activity session, designed to encourage conversation, reminiscence, creativity and social interaction. This summer-themed pack includes: ☀️ Facts & Discussion About Summer – Introductory facts about the season and open ended questions to warm people up and get discussions going. ☀️ Summer Sayings and Expressions – Explore fam

Creativity and Dementia A diagnosis of dementia does not take away a person's creativity. Many people with dementia continue to enjoy painting, music, singing, writing, gardening, photography, crafts, cooking and a wide range of other creative activities. In some cases, creativity can even flourish as people discover new ways to express themselves. Creative activities focus on abilities rather than difficulties. They provide opportunities for self-expression, achievement and

NATIONAL BISCUIT DAY Today we are celebrating National Biscuit Day with a fun and nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite treats. Biscuits have been part of our lives for generations, appearing in lunchboxes, tea breaks, holidays, and family gatherings. As well as enjoying some delicious memories, today's activities will stimulate conversation, reminiscence, language, attention, and problem-solving skills. We will explore biscuit history, famous brands, memorable adverti

National BBQ Week & Having A Heatwave This week's CST activity combines two very British summer themes - National BBQ Week and a spell of very hot weather! A heatwave often brings people outdoors to enjoy sunshine, gardens, parks and of course the smell of BBQs cooking. For many people, BBQs bring back happy memories of family gatherings, holidays, seaside trips, garden parties and long summer evenings. This week’s activities encourage conversation, reminiscence, singing, wor

Today’s CST session focuses on the life and career of Judith Chalmers following the sad news of her recent passing at the age of 90. Best known for presenting the long-running travel programme Wish You Were Here...?, Judith became one of the most familiar and trusted faces on British television, introducing generations of viewers to holidays, sunshine and adventure around the world. Her broadcasting career lasted more than 60 years and included programmes such as Come Dancing

World Redhead Day is a light-hearted celebration of people with naturally red hair and the unique history, culture and stereotypes linked to redheads around the world. Only around 1–2% of the world’s population are natural redheads, making red hair one of the rarest hair colours. Red hair is caused by a variation in the MC1R gene and is most commonly associated with people of Celtic and Northern European heritage. The day provides a wonderful opportunity for reminiscence, hum

NATIONAL WINE DAY – INTRODUCTION National Wine Day is a light-hearted celebration of one of the world’s oldest and most enjoyed drinks. It is a chance to reminisce about social occasions, meals, holidays, celebrations and changing tastes through the decades. For many people, wine brings back memories of weddings, anniversaries, dinner parties, restaurant meals, holidays abroad, Christmas gatherings and special evenings with friends and family. In the UK, wine drinking became

International Brothers Day International Brothers Day is a chance to celebrate the special bond between brothers - whether they are brothers by birth, stepbrothers, adopted brothers or lifelong friends who feel like family. Brothers can be our playmates, protectors, rivals, supporters and companions through life’s ups and downs. For many people, memories of growing up with brothers bring back stories of shared bedrooms, family holidays, football in the garden, arguments over

World Turtle Day is celebrated each year on 23 May to raise awareness of turtles and tortoises and the need to protect them. These remarkable reptiles have existed for more than 200 million years - even before the dinosaurs disappeared. Around the world, turtles and tortoises face threats from pollution, habitat loss and climate change. Turtles and tortoises are symbols of patience, endurance and longevity. Some giant tortoises can live for over 100 years, making them among t

Every May, the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show transforms London into a celebration of colour, creativity, gardening and British tradition. Organised by the Royal Horticultural Society, the show has become one of the highlights of the British calendar, inspiring millions through stunning floral displays, imaginative garden design and a shared love of nature. For many people, flowers also connect deeply with memory and reminiscence. They remind us of childhood gardens, pickin

🥪 British Sandwich Week Welcome to our British Sandwich Week themed Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) session - a chance to celebrate one of Britain’s favourite foods while enjoying conversation, memories, music and fun activities together. Sandwiches are something most of us have enjoyed throughout our lives, whether it was jam sandwiches in a school packed lunch, egg and cress for afternoon tea, cheese and pickle on a day trip, or bacon sandwiches on a cold morning. Fami

Today we’re celebrating World Bee Day - a chance to recognise the incredible importance of bees and other pollinators to our everyday lives. Bees help pollinate many of the foods we eat, support biodiversity, and produce useful products such as honey and beeswax. They also give us plenty of opportunities for reminiscence, discussion, word games, music, nature topics and sensory activities within Cognitive Stimulation Therapy sessions. For today’s CST activities we’ve explore

This week we are celebrating UK National Vegetarian Week - an opportunity to explore healthy eating, favourite foods, traditional recipes and changing attitudes to food over the years. Vegetarian Week encourages people to enjoy more fruit, vegetables, nuts, pulses and plant-based meals while also reflecting on cooking, shopping and family food traditions from the past. As part of our Cognitive Stimulation Therapy activities, we have created a range of themed slides and disc

Eric Morecambe 100 Years Celebration This special CST activity celebrates 100 years since the birth of one of Britain’s most loved comedians, Eric Morecambe. Famous for his warm smile, comic timing, playful partnerships with Ernie Wise, and unforgettable catchphrases, Eric brought laughter to millions and remains a treasured part of British television history. Included in this activity are: • A countdown of ten of the most famous Morecambe and Wise sketches ever shown on tele

Hi everyone, I put together this 'Eurovision Song Contest' Memory Quiz to help celebrate today's events in Vienna, Austria. Essentially, it provides a way in to listen to the eighteen songs I have chosen and celebrate them and the performances. Picture clues are provided for each song, followed by the artist and song title and some facts about the performance. Hope your members enjoy this one, please do let me know in the 'comments' section below.

Here is a link to my new CST video-based activity Simon’s CST Activities – TV Families Quiz Video This engaging Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) session explores thirty memorable TV families from classic sitcoms, soaps and drama series, supported by instantly recognisable music clips and visual prompts. Designed for people living with mild to moderate dementia, the activity encourages reminiscence, conversation, orientation and social interaction through familiar televisio

✍️ National Stationary Week 11-17 May National Stationery Week celebrates the joy of writing, drawing, creativity and communication through traditional stationery items such as pens, pencils, notebooks, postcards, stamps and paper. It is also an opportunity to reminisce about how people once kept in touch before mobile phones, emails and social media became part of everyday life. For many older adults, stationery can trigger powerful memories of school days, handwritten lette