Dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia after heart disease and the leading cause of death of women. Artist Sharron Tancred has carved out a niche in creating murals for aged care residents and people with dementia, drawing on her background in graphic design, illustration, interior decorating and colour psychology.

The 2SER Monday Daily show was joined by Sharron Tancred, who shed interesting the power of her mural in art in combating dementia.