Small Adventures in Dementia Care

A free practical guide for families and carers supporting someone living with dementia, with simple ideas to create meaningful moments of connection, routine and joy.
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Small, familiar activities can help people living with dementia feel connected, included and more like themselves — without pressure, overwhelm or complicated planning.

Small Adventures in Dementia Care is a free practical guide for families and carers supporting someone living with dementia.

When someone is living with dementia, their world can sometimes start to feel smaller. Everyday activities may become more difficult, outings may feel more daunting, and carers may feel unsure about what is still realistic or manageable.

This guide offers a gentle, practical way to think about “adventure” differently. A small adventure does not have to mean a holiday, a big day out or something new and complicated. It can be a cup of tea in the garden, a familiar walk, music from the past, looking through a photo album, visiting a quiet café, or sharing a simple moment together.

The aim is not to push someone beyond what feels comfortable. The aim is to create small moments of connection, purpose, enjoyment and confidence in a way that works for the person now.

This resource is ideal for:

  • Family members supporting someone living with dementia
  • Unpaid carers
  • Partners, adult children and relatives
  • Care staff and support workers
  • Anyone looking for simple, meaningful dementia care activity ideas

It also includes communication tips, planning prompts and reminders for carers, helping you focus on connection rather than perfection.

Download your free copy by completing the short form on this page.

What's in this guide?

  • What counts as a “small adventure” in dementia care
  • Simple activity ideas for home, garden and community settings
  • How familiar routines can support confidence and connection
  • Why meaningful moments do not need to be big or complicated
  • How to reduce pressure and avoid overwhelming the person
  • Communication tips for offering choice without too many questions
  • What a “no” might mean when someone feels anxious or unsure
  • Planning prompts before trying a small outing or activity
  • A quick checklist to help carers focus on connection, not perfection
  • Gentle reminders for carers to look after themselves too