ALES Lunchtime Seminar Reminiscence Workshops by Archives Wigan & Leigh
Speakers: Thomas McGrath and Carmen Alvaro Gonzalez
Our speakers for this video are Thomas McGrath and Carmen Alvaro Gonzalez who speak about “Reminiscence Workshops by Archives: Wigan & Leigh.” Their talk focus's on the reminiscence sessions delivered by Archives: Wigan & Leigh at care homes around the Wigan Borough. They discuss their experiences working with residents who have dementia, the impact of history and reminiscence workshops on well-being, and the role archives can play within the community. About our speakers: Thomas McGrath is a Customer Services Officer and lead on volunteering and placements at Archives: Wigan & Leigh. His background is in British social history, focusing in particular on everyday lived experiences. Carmen Alvaro Gonzalez is a Customer Services Officer and lead on engagement and learning at Archives: Wigan & Leigh. Her background is in the visual arts and its application in the heritage sector. Since the latter end of 2023, Carmen and Thomas have been designing and delivering reminiscence workshops across the Wigan Borough as part of their outreach programme.