"Our ship is sinking, and the current approach is akin to bailing with a thimble. If we are to stem the rising tide of chronic disease, we must alter the elements of our environment that promote chronic disease." Author: Clayton Dalton, MD, completed a medical residency at the Massachusetts General [...]
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, particularly in the domain of dementia care, the introduction of the Experiential Model marks a revolutionary shift in our approach to caregiving. This piece draws inspiration from the insights of Christine Bryden, a formidable advocate for dementia care reform. In this YouTube, she shares [...]
“So teach us to count our days that we may gain a wise heart.” Psalm 90:12 Rev. Lynn Casteel Harper is a minister for older adults at The Riverside Church in New York City. She is the author of the book On Vanishing: Mortality, Dementia, and What It Means [...]
Mary Fridley, Coordinator of Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice, recently sent word to us at ABeautifulVoice.org about an upcoming free, global playshop of the Global Play Brigade to share with colleagues and friends, both locally and internationally. Mary writes that she had the privilege of working with the [...]
Kate Swaffer is more than a name behind the Dementia Justice Report. She's an advocate, a voice, and a beacon of hope for people living with dementia and older individuals worldwide. As a global campaigner, she's consistently at the forefront, championing their rights and ensuring their voices are heard. To [...]
Are we really all that different? Find out how these differences may impact you! You’ve probably heard the saying, “Men are from Mars, and Women are from Venus,” but when it comes to our brains, are we really all that different? The answer to this question may surprise you! The [...]
In our journey to understand and reimagine dementia care, we draw inspiration from the words of Mary Fridley, the Coordinator of "Reimagining Dementia— A Creative Coalition for Justice.” Her quote sheds light on a vital aspect of dementia care—the restoration of humanity to people living with dementia. Mary’s words invite [...]