Making Age-Inclusive Campus Practices More Dementia-Inclusive
2024
Making Age-Inclusive Campus Practices More Dementia-Inclusive
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Author Information
Author(s): Montepare Joann, Nikzad-Terhune Katherina, Mastel-Smith, Kimzey, Shovali
Hypothesis
Higher education institutions need to integrate age-inclusive and dementia-inclusive practices to better serve aging populations.
Conclusion
Educational interventions that include older adults living with dementia can enhance the well-being of both students and mentors.
Supporting Evidence
- Educational interventions can benefit students' healthy aging and longevity.
- Nursing students co-created life stories online with people living with dementia, revealing positive outcomes.
- A person with dementia participated in teaching a course, showing benefits of dementia-inclusive educational design.
- Using technology like VR headsets can enhance understanding and empathy for people living with dementia.
Takeaway
Colleges should create programs that help students learn about and include older people, especially those with dementia, to make everyone healthier and happier.
Methodology
The symposium includes presentations on various educational strategies and interventions involving students and older adults with dementia.
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