This week, we are joined by Danielle Schultz, Associate Director of Lifelong Learning and Accessibility at the Denver Art Museum, to explore how art can make the aging process a more enjoyable experience. Danielle and Kirsten discuss the benefits of creative aging--a fun way to create new neural pathways, promote healthy aging, and combat social isolation. Get useful and specific tips on how you and your aging parent or loved one can be creative, whether individually or in group, at home or at a local venue. Creativity at every age enhances mental and emotional well-being, particularly for caregivers who often prioritize others' needs over their own.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Denver Art Museum Art at Hand Program

Museum of Modern Art, NYC

Meet Me at MoMA for adults with dementia

Creative Aging at the Frye Museum in Seattle

Metropolitan Museum of Art 360 video series

Memory Cafe Directory

Craftsy.com

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Credits:

Produced by Aaron Bryce @ www.bluogden.com

Theme music composed by Greg Fellman @ www.windsandproductions.com

Graphic design by Jenn Beam @ www.jigawattsstudio.com