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Pause for Thought
Monthly blog
Belonging Begins with Being Seen
Exploring how we need to look behind the label of dementia, to see the whole person, including their life history and identity.
Oi, Queer! You’re Dead
“Oi, Queer… those were the words shouted at me by a group of around six men when I was 23. They chased me into a secluded mews near Earl’s Court…
Why I Do What I Do. Being Seen: Purpose, Personhood and Dementia Care
I’m often asked, “Why do you do what you do?” In this month’s Pause for Thought, I share some personal insights into why I’m passionate about what I do.
Top Tips – Tuesdays
Top Tips for Supporting Choice
Choice helps people maintain independence, dignity and a sense of control.
Top Tips for Creating a Warm Welcome
The way we welcome someone can shape their whole experience. For people living with dementia, a warm welcome can help reduce anxiety and create a sense of safety and belonging.
Top Tips – Thursdays
Top Tips for Creating Accessible Experiences
Accessibility is about ensuring everyone can participate, contribute and feel included.
Top Tips for Addressing Performance and Difficult Conversations in Supervision
Performance issues develop over time and can be addressed early through effective supervision.
Stories to INSPIRE – Saturdays
A Series of Stories, Folktales, Proverbs and More to Inspire and Reflect Upon
The Starfish Story
I first heard this beautiful story from a dear friend and colleague, Danuta Lipinska. I use this story (in my own words) on my dementia courses. I believe that as…
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