For people with dementia, creative activities, such as painting, playing and instrument or knitting can provide not only a sense of accomplishment, but also a way to challenge different areas of the brain, enhance cognitive function, exercise motor functions such as manual dexterity, and experience the reward and comfort of emotional connection.

Creative activities in combination with reminiscence activities, show dementia patients that their story is of value and interest to others. Most importantly, it also demonstrates to them that they are capable of adding beauty to the world for others to enjoy.