Minds in Motion Programmes
Alzheimers Otago offers Minds in Motion Programme - a Cognitive Stimulation Therapy - to people with mild to moderate dementia. Scroll down to find out more
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy is a group program designed for people living with mild to moderate dementia.
Our CST programme are called "Minds in Motion" and run twice a week for seven weeks and includes a range of activities tailored to the interests of the group.
CST is an internationally renowned program that has been shown to have benefits for people with dementia including:
- Positive effect on mood
- Improved memory
- Improved quality of life
Our 'Minds in Motion' Programmes also provides valuable connection with others in the same situation.
'Minds in Motions' programmes are currently available in Queenstown and Dunedin.
Dunedin
The programme starts Tuesday 18th April 2023. If you are interested in attending a 'Minds in Motion' program in your region please contact 03 471 6154 or morgan@alzheimersotago.org.nz
Queenstown
A new programme of Minds in Motion will be starting in September/October 2023. We are taking enrollments now. If you are interested in attending a 'Minds in Motion' program please contact contact Gayle on 03 441 4955 or queenstown@alzheimersotago.org.nzz
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