Lives of Meaning and Joy After Dementia Diagnosis
Experts emphasize that lives of meaning and joy are still possible after a dementia diagnosis.
Dementia Friendly Park Rapids' Summit
The 4th annual summit of Dementia Friendly Park Rapids took place on Tuesday, Oct, with an encouraging tone.
- A dynamic storyteller shared their experiences.
- A Remember Project play, "Steering into the Skid," was viewed by participants.
- A panel of people living with dementia discussed finding encouragement to live with dignity.
Eden Alternative's Principles
Michelle Daniel, CEO of the Eden Alternative, discussed the organization's 10 principles for living lives of meaning and empowerment after a dementia diagnosis.
The antidote to loneliness is connection; to helplessness, purpose; and to boredom, spontaneity and variety.
Daniel highlighted the principle of "care partnering," emphasizing that individuals with dementia are still people with choices that matter.
Author's summary: Experts share principles for living with dignity after dementia diagnosis.