2. Our questions
What could be the opposite of negative media
image?
What can possibly be positive about dementia?
What would WE want in our lives if we had
dementia?
3. The opportunity
What can we learn from people with
dementia?
How can we disrupt the caregving / cared-for
relationship?
Can we focus on living in the now, rather than
reminiscing / looking back?
4. Our response
Tangible box which contains an activity
Network to bring people with anxiety disorders
and dementia together
In real life or
Online
5. Participants
Charities to
promote the concept,
distribute the soft- and hardware needed,
educate people taking part, and
supervise interactions where needed.
People living with dementia
Who are interested in doing soothing, repetative tasks
Who are interesting in helping others
People with anxiety disorders or People interested
in mindful living
Who can benefit from focussing on one activity
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9. The benefits
The person with dementia can share being in
the now, encouraging others to be mindful
Mutual beneficial interaction
Maintaining and sharing activities
Person with dementia in control
10. Scale / Distribution
Development: adaptable
Distribution through charities such as:
Anxiety UK
Mental Health Foundation