Dementia Design that Supports Respect for Residents

This month our guest is a pioneer in Clinical Sociology, Dr.  Christopher Johnson of Texas State University in the United States. Listen and discover why Alzheimer’s disease is not a linear decline but a series of ‘time loops’ and how we can design spaces which respect the individuality of each resident. Guest: Dr Christopher Johnson Texas State University - MS in Dementia and Ageing Studies Dr. Christopher Johnson on Alzheimer’s as a ‘Trip Back in Time’ (PDF download) Fluctuating Awareness in Dementia and Why It Matters to Care Partners, by Matt Estrade Naomi Feil - Validation Therapy Jean Piaget - Stages of Cognitive Development The Reisberg Alzheimer’s Stages Innovation Spotlight: VR-EP For links to the resources named in this and past episodes, head over to our podcast page at ThirdAge.Design. You'll also be able to pick up the transcript of this and past podcasts. While you're there, be sure to hit the Join Us! button to become part of our community and benefit from sharing essential information on senior environments...along with exclusive content!