Ginny Gives Awards Application
Outcomes Impact
Dementia Friendly Performance of Annie
with The Encore Theater
Dexter, MI
December 12th, 2024
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Theater FOR people living with dementia
This was a specially curated performance designed for those with dementia or any kind of neurodivergence who might not otherwise feel welcome in a traditional theater setting.
Total attendance -
A Joyride in Memory Care
A one-person play by Rick Sperling
at the Grand Community Room at Ella Sharp Museum
Jackson, MI
September 21st, 2025
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Dementia Awareness Theater
Although persons living with dementia were welcome to attend (and several did!), this event was designed to raise community awareness, promote understanding, and help end the stigma of dementia.
Total attendance - 81
Click HERE to see full Eventbrite registration report
Attendee Feedback
"Thought-provoking and insightful"
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"Happy, sad, and heartwarming"
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"Very moving, at times humorous, and so personal. Definitely a different perspective on dementia."
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"Wonderful, many tears and joy!"
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"The play gives some hope to those in need of residential care."
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"Made me cry with joy and sadness"
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"Very enlightening, and in the right time in my life as a caregiver."
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"Location was perfect, snacks were glorious."
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"Very well done. Enjoyable and educational."
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View all of the received feedback HERE
Steering into the Skid
A short play about dementia
from the Remember Project
at the First Unitarian Universalist Congregation
Ann Arbor, MI
October 23rd, 2025
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Dementia Awareness Theater
Although persons living with dementia were welcome to attend (and several did!), this event was designed to raise community awareness, promote understanding, and help end the stigma of dementia.
Total attendance
Lunchtime performance -
Afternoon performance -
Click HERE to see full Eventbrite registration report
See the full survey HERE. Please note that, at the Remember Project's request, Dementia Friendly Services used TRP's standard survey form.