The Choir of the Loaves and Fish, a musical ensemble of senior citizens, started by Pervin Varma with Regina Thomas in Bengaluru has been immensely therapeutic for the elderly and has helped bring loads of warmth and sunshine into their lives.
Picture above: Ammachy taking a bow with Pervin Varma
Imagine a group of people – all senior citizens between 65 and 96 – people who have suffered strokes or are living with cancer, arthritis, heart disease, dementia, physical disabilities, people with…
A excellent video in Hindi from the UK.
Covers the following aspects:
- What is Dementia
- Types of Dementia - Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body, etc..
- Difference between Dementia and Ageing
- Medication and treatment
- Management of Dementia
- Importance of a support network so you realise you are not alone
- Advise to caregivers and carers:
- Share your worries and concerns with friends and family members
- Join support groups
- Involve the family, even children
- Use care services whenever possible
- Look after yourself
Some great tips on engaging the person living with dementia
Some resources are local to UK but most of the content is useful.
Community
Condition