“'I picked you for my physician because I know you’re a wonderful doctor. But I have to admit, I’m pretty disappointed by what you just said, because it felt to me that you were discounting me. I’d really like a different approach.' Doctors are human beings, and we live in [...]
"... people who knew Thunberg’s story – how her lonely stand inspired millions around the world to join her – were more likely to recognise the potential for ordinary people to make a difference... Most importantly, Thunberg’s actions are consistent with her words. Her fiery demands to world leaders, whether [...]
"As we confront the climate crisis together, we need all the greatness we can muster, from young and old, and all in between. Now is the time for inclusive action." Authors: Aled Jones, Anglia Ruskin University and Bradley Hiller, Anglia Ruskin University Date: June 2, 2021 Some say age [...]
"It’s very difficult to pinpoint the effects of heat on the cause of death. People with heart or lung disease are among the most vulnerable to heat, but these pre-existing conditions also make it difficult to separate the influence of heat from their cause of death. As a result, many [...]
"It's time for a new ethic of care to replace the stigma of dementia... Specifically, we need an ethic that challenges stigma by broadening the duty of care to include fully supporting the capacity of individuals living with dementia for creativity, imagination and other positive potentialities.” Authors: Alisa Grigorovich, PhD, [...]
Beautiful Voice editor's note: This article was originally published one year ago - May 28, 2020 - prior to the availability of vaccines. The author, Barbara Pesut, PhD, is a nursing professor in British Columbia, Canada. A retrospective review of the article provides the reader with insights about dying alone [...]
"The COVID-19 emergency has given us a chance to look again at the way Americans view and treat older people. ... Indeed, the World Health Organization acknowledges ageism as the last socially-accepted form of prejudice. And this impacts the kind of care they receive and the health care outcomes they [...]
This article focuses on a culture of care which is an issue not just for Canadians. Nor is it an issue just for health professionals and residential care providers. It is for the whole of society. "Over 80 per cent of Canada’s COVID-related deaths are associated with nursing homes, with the [...]
Cultural narratives, ableism and ageism dehumanize people with dementia, and present their lives as disposable. Authors: Alisa Grigorovich, University of Toronto and Pia Kontos, University of Toronto Originally published: August 5, 2020 Over 80 per cent of Canada’s COVID-related deaths are associated with nursing homes, with the majority of [...]
This article is a fascinating look at how we have responded to the coronavirus with common sense actions which could eventually build more sustainable cities. Dementia care partners, this is for you. See "Ten ideas to improve cities" - the final discussion on this page. It concludes with "#10 - [...]
