At Lady-Links, we embrace the concept of valuing life regardless of one’s level of cognitive ability. We demonstrate this belief by visiting dear friends who are in various stages of dementia, enriching their lives by engaging them in activities they can enjoy.
It’s not as difficult as it sounds. We simply think of what we enjoy doing and that provides the basis for our visits, making a few modifications to fit the needs and interests of our dear friends. It’s the way we would want to be treated if we had dementia.
Friends enjoying coffee.
In a post by Rachael Wonderlin entitled, “16 Things I Would Want if I Get Dementia,” she wrote, “I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends.” As Lady-Links, we embrace Rachael Wonderlin’s focus: to continue to enjoy the things she has always enjoyed and to continue to visit with friends.
Chair exercises can be initiated quickly and easily.
Lady-Links takes those two concepts very seriously, knowing that engaging in activities with friends is an important part of one’s well-being, including those with dementia.
We believe that dementia doesn’t define the person. Their character, experiences, faith, and temperament still have significant contributions in determining who that person is.
Our dear friends with dementia continue to deserve to have activities that create meaning in their lives and to find reasons to laugh, rejoice and love.
All they need is a little help from their friends, and that’s where we fit in celebrating life at every Lady-Links visit.
Inspecting a Cloisonne bowl, a decorative design of various colors separated by copper wire attached to a brass base.
We found Rachael Wonderlin’s insightful article on the Alzheimer’s Reading Room website along with many others that inform and inspire.
Speak Your Mind