Storytelling and Reminiscence Therapy
People with memory problems such as dementia or Alzheimer's benefit greatly from life review activities and processes. The recording of these memories is important for maintaining meaningful connection and communication. This needs to be recorded before its too late. Too often these memories are lost before anyone has written them down. We need to be able to walk in their shoes so that we can understand them and help them now and in the future. The person will make more sense if they are deeply known by everyone around them.
READ MOREHow to Write an Autobiography
Beginning your autobiography could be a scary task. Sometimes, it's hard to know where to even start. Lifebio has the best autobiography template on the web.
READ MOREInterviewing Grandma and Grandpa
Starting the process of interviewing your grandparents may be a daunting process. How do I even begin? What should I say? Here are 5 tips to get you started on this fun adventure.
READ MOREWhy Reminisce?
Activity directors for retirement communities and nursing homes may hold back from planning reminisce activities or programs. This shouldn't happen. Reminiscing is beneficial to both the participant and the interviewer.
READ MOREMental health in nursing
Mental health is of growing interest for health insurers, hospitals, assisted living, and memory care units. www.lifebio.com is one excellent care management intervention and a social model for building a biography, especially for older adults.
READ MORE4 Tips for Using Life Stories in Senior Living
Creating life stories in senior living is an excellent idea because it helps meet the many needs of your community.
READ MOREMemory Journal: The best memory book
If you are looking for a great memory book to chronicle life stories, look no further than the Memory Journal from LifeBio.
READ MORELeaving Behind an Ethical Will
What is an Ethical Will?
Ethical wills are a way to share your love with family and friends. It is a heartfelt letter describing what matters most to you in your life. Unlike a Last Will and Testament, an ethical will is NOT a legal document. It describes the treasures of your heart, and passes on life lessons, values, beliefs, prayers, hopes and dreams for future generations.
Writing Your Autobiography
Have you been saying to yourself "How do I write my autobiography?" with no idea how to go about writing it? With the write template, it can actually be a very simple and fun process. Here are some ideas to get you started.
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