Learn with us

What we do, why we do it and how it works. 

Since we started creating Joy with elders in 2013 we have provided successful training programmes for Hampshire County Council, Southampton City Council and Hampshire Hospitals Trust.

We are able to provide a range of in-house or off-site bespoke training. From day training, responding to a particular need, to working with providers to develop a more sustained approach. The training we offer is quite unique; not only do we share our pioneering approach to dementia arts wellbeing, we empower each trainee to step into their own presenter ‘style’’. Building on what comes naturally, we are able to build group dynamics and encourage a creative community which develops and nourishes the creativity and wellbeing of patients, residents, participants and staff from the inside out.”

All our bespoke training programmes include:

Evidence based practical exploration

Evidence based theoretical knowledge

Introduce staff to effective implementation of participatory arts to enhance wellbeing.

Empower staff to creatively provide Person-centred care.

Support dementia settings which embrace the arts as an affective, necessary and enjoyable daily occurrence.

In addition, some training options have included:

Introductory training days

Develop online forums to share valuable information

Free training for dementia carers

As part of a successful Arts Council England project, JAMS’ Artistic Director Louisa White, a Somatic Practitioner, is delighted to offer an ‘Introduction to Embodied Practices in Dementia Care’ free to to carers. It will introduce mindful movement techniques and bring awareness to the body and its potential as a resource to help carers maintain presence within their demanding roles.

In the session, participants will explore movement, sensory awareness and their innate body wisdom to support carer wellbeing and making authentic and meaningful connections with residents.  The session will last 2 hours and be presented via an online platform.

Groups are limited to 6 attendees and are strictly first come first served. We need a minimum of 4 people for a workshop to go ahead. Please get in touch to book one of the following sessions available.

10 am - 11 pm Thursday 16th September
2 pm - 3 pm Thursday 16th September
12 pm - 1 pm Friday 17th September

So if you are looking for a training programme that empowers staff through experience and knowledge to better support and interacts with residents/patients to enhance community wellbeing, then please get in touch and we will be delighted to discuss your training ideas and needs.

Resource Box Training

We are very excited to offer groups of carers an in person or online training session with a JAMS’ artist who will take you through the Resource Box. In the session you will explore the props and resources, learn additional creative tips and ideas to get the most of of your box to support you and your residents.

We created our Movement & Music Resource box because we haven’t been able to visit you in person and we are aware of how vital it is that residents are given the opportunity to be creative and expressive to ensure good physical and mental health.

Our Movement and Music Resource Box has everything you need to continue providing great inclusive and creative care in these challenging times.

Each box is packed full of beautiful music and movement equipment all of which have been specifically selected to be easy to clean and simple to use.

It comes with a DVD full of creative ideas and activities centred around 9 different themes and features practical demonstrations on how to use the resources included in the box.

Cost:
Resource Box: £125
Training Session with JAMS’ Artist and Resource Box: £150