Kick off with a Verse is a series of weekly 90-minute sessions to support care partners of those living with dementia. It is a space where we use poems to start a conversation about the experiences of being a carer and tap into creative parts of ourselves we may have long forgotten. 

In a session we get grounded and learn different ways to relax. We listen to a poem, noting what comes up for us and share, first in small groups, then in the large group. With guidance, we each find our own words or even just one word to describe our experiences, sharing with others if we choose to. 

Sessions are run in parallel with Together in Time, Park Theatre’s singing sessions for people living with dementia and their carers. Both groups run in the same building at the same time.

Each session includes time to relax and chat together over tea, coffee, biscuits and sandwiches.