The role of theatre and music is well-known in supporting mental and cognitive health for older people, and especially people with dementia.
The podcast is interactive and immersive, meaning that the listener is invited to sing, dance and act along with the action. There is also a complementary activity pack, so that activity coordinators can create their own Armchair Adventures with their residents.
The Armchair Adventures interactive podcast allows people to use their imaginations to mentally escape their situations, through music, theatre, dance and singing. It is playful, creative and light-hearted – intended to make everyone smile.
The actions and songs are all easily done from an armchair – as the name suggests, so the activities are perfect for older people with limited mobility.
There is an unlimited restorative power of people coming together to sing, dance and use their imagination, as well as connecting with others.