What if… we altered environmental factors to support those living with dementia? Environment has a powerful influence on our state of being. The environment includes
The brain is an amazing machine containing over 80 billion neurons. It is composed of multiple systems including the cerebellum, the limbic system, and the
Changes do occur to the human brain with normal aging. There is no way around it. These changes may cause slower reactions, more time to
The environment around us provides visual input of objects that provide entertainment, act as reminders, represent chores, or invoke memories. Sounds in the environment can
It is hard not to look back on memories of time spent with your Grandmother or Grandfather, a favorite Aunt or Uncle and not have
Checklists are wonderful. They are a powerful tool to some. They manage to keep you focused, organized and driven. Without doubt, checking off an item on
As we age, how we look at, value and appreciate our relationships evolves. Relationships we have built become more important to us as time goes
Dr. Kellyn Lee, a research fellow specializing in Ageing and Dementia, School of Health Sciences, University of Southampton, defines Material Citizenship as: ‘The right to
Building a strong relationship Can you imagine your life without your best friend in it? We build friendships everywhere. In all stages of our lives.
Going deeper into Maya Angelou’s concept, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget
