NEW EDITION: Adaptations for Dementia
Have you ever had a sense of urgency to capture some memories of a person whose recall is fading? This second edition offers various adaptations of the proven Memoir Partnering Method for those with mild cognitive decline, early-stage dementia, or middle-stage dementia. Perfect for activity directors, caregivers, loved ones, volunteers, and intergenerational programs. - Build a caring and lasting bond
- Stimulate memory and enhance well-being
- Leave a priceless legacy for generations
- Step-by-step directions for using photos and memorabilia to spark memories
- Templates for creating memoir pages
- Prompts by category for evoking detailed memories
- Flexible method easily tailored to specific levels and needs
7 Memories; Partnering to Write a Memoir is the gift that goes on giving. You're spending precious time with your Extraordinary Person to create a beautiful memoir that future generations will treasure. It's perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day, Father's Day and any time you want to celebrate and honor someone.
HELPFUL APPENDICES INCLUDE:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The Mini-Memoir for Early-Stage Dementia
- Memoir Moments for Middle-Stage Dementia
- Reflective Listening
- Writing Tips for Memoir Partners
- Proven Proofreading Techniques
- Avoiding Writer's Block
- Memoirs We Know and LOVE
- Sample Memoir
- Memory Prompts by Category
- Growing Up--Relationships with family and friends
- Schooling
- Early Activities (sports, hobbies, interests)
- First Love
- Personality Traits
- Military Experience
- Adulthood --Long-Term Relationships/Marriage
- Raising Children
- Separation/Divorce
- School and Employment
- Beliefs/value systems/religion
- Traditions/celebrations/trends
- Aspirations and Dreams
- The best of times/the worst of times
- Family Heritage
- Between You and Me
- Reflections
- The Mini-memoir
Benefits of The Memoir Partnering Method - Improves memory and agility
- Encourages connections with others
- Sparks curiosity among family and friends
- Offers a message to future generations
- Honors those of the past
- Provides a legacy--a gift of kindness and caring from one generation to another
Using the Memoir Partnering Method you capture memories and create a treasured keepsake for future generations.
