Re the article Ventriloquism Helps Memory in the AARP Bulletin – I’m thankful that AARP is profiling positive engagements with people with dementia. But they simply must find a new language to do it. People with Alzheimer’s are MORE than “patients.” And the old trope of “second childhood” is just offensive. I do hope AARP [...]
Archive for December, 2011
Ventrioloquism
Posted in Uncategorized on December 27, 2011 | 1 Comment »
The Spark of Creative Engagement
Posted in Uncategorized on December 5, 2011 |
Here’s a lovely article about one of the 10 cultural institutions in the Spark Alliance here in Milwaukee. These museums and cultural organizations are part of transforming the culture of dementia care by making everyday life accessible to and embracing of families with dementia.
