Upcoming Dates
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KYN Hurlingham
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The Crack’d Visage
Friday, 10 April 2026
4.00 PMWe are delighted to welcome Sarah Cove ACR, one of Britain’s leading painting conservators, technical art historians and international lecturers. With more than 35 years of specialist experience working across heritage, museum and private collections, Sarah is renowned for her expertise in British portraiture from the 16th to the 20th century, as well as for founding the acclaimed Constable Research Project in 1986 - a project that established her as the foremost authority on John Constable’s painting materials and techniques.
Sarah trained at the Courtauld Institute of Art, followed by internships at both the V&A and the National Portrait Gallery, and has since appeared widely on the BBC - including Fake or Fortune? - sharing discoveries of previously unknown works.
In this illustrated talk, “The Crack’d Visage: The Conservation and Restoration of British Portraits, c.1530-1960,” Sarah will take guests behind the scenes of her studio to explore the evolving materials, techniques, and challenges of conserving British portraiture across five centuries.
To ensure we can welcome you, please contact ana.baiao@kyn.co.uk to reserve your space.
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KYN Bickley
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Kind Connections
Friday, 17 April 2026
3.00 PMInspired by a desire to extend a warm welcome to their culture rich community to local peers, Kind Connections is an initiative started by the residents of KYN Bickley to establish a peer to peer invitation for good company and shared experience. More details of the upcoming April gathering will be shared soon.
Please contact emily.williams@kyn.co.uk to register your interest.
Dementia Action Week
18 - 22 May 2026This May, we invite you to join us in recognising Dementia Action Week through a series of talks and events, two of which are led by KYN’s dementia care specialist Suzanne Mumford. Through thoughtful events and initiatives, we aim to challenge the stigma surrounding dementia, encourage open conversations, foster understanding, and support individuals, families, and caregivers.
Suzanne is a Queens Nurse with 40 years’ experience in nursing, and a highly qualified dementia specialist. Suzanne is the strategic lead for KYN’s clinical governance, nursing, allied health, and dementia specialist care, driving continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, innovation and excellence, ensuring that residents receive the highest levels of clinical care, and compassion.
Programme:
MONDAY 18 MAY
5.30 PM - 7.00 PMPositive Outcomes: how to have difficult conversations successfully.
This session explores how to approach conversations around dementia and changing needs, including topics such as when to stop driving, introducing additional support at home, and considering a move into care. Designed for families and professionals, it will help you understand when and how to start these conversations, with confidence, clarity and care.TUESDAY 19 MAY
2.30 PM - 4.30 PMMischief! By Vamos Theatre: a humorous, sensory interactive performance.
A 60-minute performance designed to demonstrate alternative ways of communicating, using humour, sensory play, and audience participation.WEDNESDAY 20 MAY
12.30 PM - 2.00 PMCreative Arts: the importance of stimulation for people living with dementia.
Explore how creative arts can bring joy, engagement, and wellbeing to people living with dementia. This interactive session highlights the positive therapeutic benefits, shares the evidence behind their use, and shows how these activities can support quality of life and meaningful connection.FRIDAY 22 MAY
2.30 PM - 5.00 PMA Celebration of the 60’s: sparking memories and encouraging reminiscence.
Celebrate Dementia Action Week with a 60s-inspired event full of music, memorabilia, and nostalgia. This lively session is designed to spark memories, encourage reminiscence, and bring joy and connection through the sights and sounds of the decade.Please contact emily.williams@kyn.co.uk to register your interest.
KYN Events
Join us for our next Open Day, a later life seminar or one of our informative events on dementia. Learn more about other upcoming events at KYN.
If you would like to arrange a private appointment with our Client Engagement team at your convenience, please call +44 (0) 20 3535 1923 or email enquiries@kyn.co.uk.
