This was my first visit to The MET, even though i have been in the big apple for around 16 days!! On arrival the building was spectacular with the beautiful scenery of Central Park close by. I was able to work closely with Individuals with various types / stages of Dementia and with the caregivers too.
In the Art Study Room of The MET we handled and touched various scultures and pieces from the main galleries. From figures to animals to maps. The program meant that we discussed the piece after handling, drew and responded to them by looking even more carefully and then found out more about its background, what is what made of etc.
This was a very different program and i hadn't seen anything like it but it worked for this group. Being able to touch and feel the sculptures really does make a difference and empowers them with a sense of control. Alot of the individuals in my personal group loved discussing the type of material the object was made from which was interesting. Then we found out that one of the men used to build ships and is very aware of sustainable materials!!
A very intereting program....and i am looking forward to Tuesday's program to see more of what The MET has to offer as part of acess!!
