Developed by Fundação Casa Hermes in partnership with ITAU – Instituto Técnico de Alimentação Humana (Technical Institute of Human Nutrition), Cultura que Cuida (Culture that Cares) is a programme dedicated to older people, placing culture, creativity and human relations at the service of care, well-being and active ageing.
Launched on 31 October, this project promotes regular meetings at Skope – Museum of Medicine and Health and already has 96 participants, a clear sign of the community’s support and the relevance of this programme. Each session is carefully designed to stimulate thinking, strengthen relationships and promote well-being through culture.
The sessions are based on fundamental pillars:
🧠 Memory and sharing, through stories, objects and personal experiences;
🎨 Creativity and expression, with artistic workshops and cultural activities;
🤝 Socialising and relationships, combating isolation and promoting social participation;
💚 Emotional wellbeing, integrating culture as a form of care — known as cultural prescription.
Throughout the various sessions held, which have already involved 96 participants, there have been moments of great involvement, joy and closeness, reinforcing the value of this project in promoting active ageing and creating meaningful bonds between participants.
The Casa Hermes Foundation would like to express its special thanks to ITAU — Instituto Técnico de Alimentação Humana (Technical Institute of Human Nutrition), a strategic partner in the development and implementation of the programme, as well as to Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Aveiro, the beneficiary entity, for their trust and continued involvement.
Cultura que Cuida continues — with impact, closeness and a strong sense of community.