The Dementia-Friendly Movement has helped society be more aware, kind, and friendly to those living with cognitive change.
In a personal setting, like family, we must progress this from dementia friendly to dementia supportive.
Through the DAWN Method, I learned 6 tools to meet the emotional needs of people living with dementia. Using these skills we can create and manage an environment that supports the changing cognitive and emotional needs of our companions with dementia. Check out the video for more details.