By simulating the symptoms of dementia, such as confusion, disorientation, and sensory impairments, the virtual dementia experience allows individuals with healthy brains to
May 13th to 19th 2024 is Dementia Week in the UK and Home Instead North Herts is active in the community raising awareness and answering questions about dementia. Imagine waking up one day and finding yourself lost in a labyrinth of memories where your mind becomes an unsolvable puzzle. It’s not only about memory loss, it affects behaviour and the ability to perform everyday tasks. Our Carers currently support dozens of clients and their families in North Hertfordshire who are affected by dementia, this experience is a powerful tool designed to foster empathy and understanding for those living with dementia.
By simulating the symptoms of dementia, such as confusion, disorientation, and sensory impairments, the virtual dementia experience allows individuals with healthy brains to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by those with the condition. This scientifically and medically proven technology was invented over 18 years ago and has since been adopted across the world. In the UK NHS, Fire Service, Prisons, and Police have adopted the experience and with this, it is changing the lives of many caring for people with dementia.
The impact of the virtual dementia experience is profound. Participants often report feelings of disorientation, frustration, and vulnerability, mirroring the emotions experienced by people living with dementia. The simulation serves as a wake-up call, challenging preconceived notions about the condition and fostering empathy for those affected by it. By immersing themselves in the world of dementia, participants gain a newfound appreciation for the importance of creating dementia-friendly environments and providing support and understanding to those living with the condition.
Home Instead North Herts will be hosting the Dementia Tour on the following dates, look out for the Dementia Bus in the photograph.
Sunday 19th May 2024 at The Walsworth Festival, 10 am to 4 pm
Woolgrove Road, Hitchin SG4 0BZ.
Saturday 15th June 2024 at The Melbourn Fete, 12.00 noon to 5 pm
The Moor, Melbourn, Royston. SG8 6ED
There is no cost to access this tour, but you may wish to give us a donation towards our Raizer Chair Fund. It is a battery-operated mobile lifting chair that lifts a fallen person off the floor in minutes so they can sit comfortably while waiting for an ambulance rather than lying on the floor.