What is Artists Care Exchange?

The Artists Care Exchange (ACE) is a training opportunity for professional artists with an interest and background in the arts and older people in a care context.

How does it work?

ACE invites artist from diverse creative disciplines to participate. Artists from visual arts, dance, theatre, creative writing, music, circus, and multidisciplinary arts are welcome. ACE aims to foster collaboration and learning among artists in care settings, emphasising the exchange of knowledge, advice, and experiences.

This opportunity provides a platform for six to eight dedicated professional artists working in care settings with older individuals to engage in a series of seven to eight collaborative sessions each focusing on them as a group. Each session comprises of input on a specific topic delivered by an expert and a chat session, with a specific focus on arts and ageing in care. There is also an online mentoring session, giving participants the opportunity to learn further from more experienced artists.