NATIONAL CAMPAIGN · 2026

Year of Culture

Word Search Game Ideas – YOME

An interactive word search game inspired by the NAPA Year of Musical Expression.
Supports cognitive engagement, conversation and reminiscence through music-themed word challenges.

Word Wheel Game for Afternoon Tea Week

An interactive word game celebrating Afternoon Tea Week through themed vocabulary challenges and discussion.
Supports cognitive engagement, communication and social interaction through food and tea-themed fun.

Poetry Activities – Grab & Go

Simple and inclusive poetry activities designed to encourage creativity, reflection and connection.
Supports meaningful engagement through conversation, reminiscence and self-expression.

Musical Crossword Game – YOME

An interactive crossword game inspired by the NAPA Year of Musical Expression.
Supports cognitive engagement, reminiscence and social interaction through music-themed clues and challenges.

Journal of Dementia Care January 25

A wide-ranging issue exploring research, language and creative approaches in dementia care.
Bringing together real experiences, innovation and person-centred practice.

Getting to Know you Conversation Cards

Multi-language conversation cards designed to encourage communication, inclusion and connection.
Supports meaningful conversations through everyday questions, memories and shared interests.

Countries of the World Conversation Cards

Conversation cards exploring countries, cultures and world geography through simple prompts.
Supports reminiscence, curiosity, inclusion and meaningful social connection.

Care Task Conversation Cards

Multi-language care communication cards supporting comfort, reassurance and understanding.
Helps care teams communicate everyday support needs with confidence and dignity.

Arts in Care Homes Anagrams – Big Screen Game

An interactive anagram game designed to encourage thinking, teamwork and conversation through arts-themed words.
Supports cognitive engagement and social interaction in a fun and accessible way.