Working with Dementia in the Sand

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A unique 1-day CPD workshop with Ann O'Sullivan at The Sand & Sound Centre, Greater Manchester

Date: Sunday 9th August 2026

Times: 9.30am for 10am start, finish 5pm, with 1 hr for lunch

This workshop will offer a unique insight into the world of Dementia and will emphasise the vital role that Sandplay Therapy holds for people living with Dementia. An opportunity not to be missed!

Pre-requisites: This workshop is for qualified therapists/ counsellors with at least some sandplay or sandtray therapy experience and training (minimum 2-day basic training or equivalent)

Course content:

• Sharing case studies/research and Ann's own experience.
• Gaining insights into what it is like for someone living with dementia.
• Exploring cognitive and sensory exercises in the sand.
• Information of the different stages of dementia etc
• Practicalities of working in a dementia environment

About your tutor:
Ann O'Sullivan is a creative psychotherapist, Sandplay Therapist and a Dementia awareness trainer. She has been offering sandplay therapy in a residential setting to people living with Dementia for 5+ years. You can find out more about Ann and her work through her website, Journeying in the Moment.

Venue: The Sand & Sound Centre, Digital House, 35 Ridling Lane, Hyde, Greater Manchester SK14 1NP

Cost: £125 (£45 deposit reserves your place)

Booking: please complete the booking form at the bottom of  this page - if accepted, deposit payment details will be emailed to you.

For enquiries about the course content and suitability, please contact the trainer Ann O'Sullivan anncatherineosullivan@gmail.com

For enquiries about the venue and travel please contact the host Masha Bennett masha@practicalhappiness.co.uk