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 College
Allied Health and Nursing
Mentor's Name
H. Sheen Chiou
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
