Implementation of Meaningful Engagements for Individuals with Dementia: Students' Perspectives
Location
CSU Ballroom
Start Date
12-4-2022 10:00 AM
End Date
12-4-2022 11:30 AM
Student's Major
Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services
Student's College
Allied Health and Nursing
Mentor's Name
H. Sheen Chiou
Mentor's Department
Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services
Mentor's College
Allied Health and Nursing
Description
Few appropriate activity programs exist for people with dementia. Meaningful activities enhance a person’s well-being and self-esteem. Student researchers facilitated engaging conversations with individuals who have dementia through 1:1 interaction using a dementia friendly memory book at a local memory care facility. Student researchers expressed their perceptions about aging and dementia and how the use of memory books had an impact on aging and having a fulfilling life.
Implementation of Meaningful Engagements for Individuals with Dementia: Students' Perspectives
CSU Ballroom
Few appropriate activity programs exist for people with dementia. Meaningful activities enhance a person’s well-being and self-esteem. Student researchers facilitated engaging conversations with individuals who have dementia through 1:1 interaction using a dementia friendly memory book at a local memory care facility. Student researchers expressed their perceptions about aging and dementia and how the use of memory books had an impact on aging and having a fulfilling life.
Recommended Citation
Gellhaus, Jianna; Julia McCabe; and Kaycee Ryan. "Implementation of Meaningful Engagements for Individuals with Dementia: Students' Perspectives." Undergraduate Research Symposium, Mankato, MN, April 12, 2022.
https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/urs/2022/poster-session-01/22
