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Saturday, 20 October 2018

How virtual reality is taking dementia patients back to the future

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/nov/20/virtual-reality-taking-dementia-patients-back-to-future-wayback-vr-film


I thought this was an interesting health related article / video worth posting.


The notion that people living with dementia become more feeling beings than thinking beings is quite an interesting one I think.


I am glad to see that this innovative idea is bringing happiness to dementia sufferers, a trick of the mind if you like. It is clear that the users are uplifted, which is a defining positive.


The aim of The Wayback is to help spark memories and start conversations that grow harder to come by as the disease takes hold. The film struck a chord with the staff and the residents, both those living with dementia and those without, bringing back long lost memories for all.


https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjUAjbO6X7F21JZ5tNTV49g - the WayBack reaction!


I hope this has raised a smile and made you reflect.


Mark



2 comments:

  1. This is amazing and should be roled out in every care home. It must be so difficult feeling so “disconnected “ .

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  2. I agree. The article raises some fascinating points. It is a subject often analysed in the oral presentation delivery actually. I’m glad you found the post of interest. Mark

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