2024-07-18 05:31:00
The introduction of dementia glasses in our municipality in April has had a major impact on the way informal carers and volunteers understand and experience the lives of people with dementia.
With more than 150 stakeholders to date, including a large number of professionals participating in these initiatives, dementia glasses are proving to be a valuable tool in caring for people with dementia.
The dementia glasses offer a unique opportunity to understand the experiences and challenges of people with dementia by seeing their world for themselves. This technology simulates the sensory and cognitive limitations of dementia, allowing users to experience how everyday tasks can become overwhelming and confusing. In the follow-up discussion, after the experience of trained volunteers, informal carers and volunteers with dementia glasses, they indicated that this experience greatly increased their understanding and empathy.
One of the biggest benefits of dementia glasses is the strengthening of relationships between informal carers, volunteers and the people they care for. Informal caregivers, often family members, gain a deeper insight into the challenges their loved ones face every day. This allows them to better respond to their needs and support them in a more understanding and patient way. Volunteers, who play a vital role in the well-being of people with dementia, have gained a better understanding of their tasks and the impact of their work by using dementia glasses. And, aren’t we all available as volunteers if we can help someone with dementia?
Collaboration between professionals, informal carers and volunteers is essential to continue offering people with dementia a dignified life. By working together and supporting each other, we can create an environment where people with dementia feel understood, safe and valued. The success of dementia glasses highlights the importance of innovation and collaboration in healthcare.
The positive experiences with dementia glasses show that when we come together and understand each other better, we can significantly improve the quality of life for people with dementia. It is a joint effort that requires dedication and continued cooperation, so that everyone with dementia can continue to live with as much dignity as possible.
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