Program Method
Model for Successful Engagement
The Artful Moments program design is informed by this framework, created based on our practice and evaluation of past programs experiences.
Inherent in the Model is the idea that each program component is essential and interconnected.
Every component of the Model must be fully applied to achieve the goals of engagement and improved wellbeing. Each is necessary for a successful program.
- Foundation
The Museum and the Participants
The Museum: Encompassing its collections, spaces and staff are the starting point. Artful Moments uses these assets and creative potential to create a unique, meaningful and specific program.
Participant: The Participant forms a central structure, informing everything else. In a person-centred program, the understanding of the participant and their particular circumstances, ‘who’ is central. Everything else is built from this knowledge and refers back to it.
- Outcomes
Successful Engagement
This leads to Wellbeing, the desired outcome of the experience. Wellbeing can encompass balance in many areas, including positive feelings, self esteem, social connection and more.
- Environment
As one of three pillars of the Model, this is the where of the program – the physical and social space. A well considered environment must apply the knowledge of the participants to support engagement.
- Approach
As a second pillar, this is the how we do it. The approach is about communication, facilitation and attitudes. Our approach is customized to suit the needs and abilities of the participant.
- Activity
As a third pillar, this is the what we do – the content of conversations and hands-on activities. Well planned activity incorporates knowledge of the participant to support and respond to the participant.
Introducing Learning Modules
Module 1: Dementia and Museums
Understand the philosophy and impact of Artful Moments, as well as how to use this website to develop your own program.
Module 2: Understanding the Participant
Understand the impact of dementia on a person and how the changes in the brain that are caused by dementia can affect their participation in an Artful Moments-style program.
Module 3: Understanding Environment
Learn how to apply your knowledge of dementia to create a program environment that maximizes the safety, accessibility, and comfort of your participants and facilitators in order to promote engagement and wellbeing.