Know Me Well

A KnowMeWellTM brings together relevant information about a person such as their interests, language, abilities, their likes and dislikes into an album, booklet, poster or digital story.

I work with clients, carers, families, volunteers  and other relevant organisations and people involved in the care of the client to develop a KnowMeWell profile.

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I guide the process as much or as little as wanted or needed and provide the support resources.

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The KnowMeWell profile can be used in a variety of settings from home care to respite centres, hospitals and aged care facilities to provide a vital and accessible source of information about a person.

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The KnowMeWell profile may provide a stimulating and meaningful activity that encourages communication and connection wherever a person is in their dementia journey.

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In situations where there is a turnover of care givers, the KnowMeWell profile enables new carers to see at a glance what is important to the client.

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Benefits of a KnowMeWell profile

 Supporting caregivers to:

  • see the person beyond the dementia diagnosis

  • strengthen relationships with the people in their care

  • give suggestions for comfort to a person who is upset or agitated

  • provide ideas for meaningful engagement

  • encourage  social interaction

  • celebrate significant achievements

  • shift the person’s attention onto pleasant memories

  • anticipate and plan how to reduce a person’s anxiety; for example, when moving to a new environment; respite centre, hospital or residential home

Stay up to date and keep informed about dementia wellness

Lifestory Work can lead to enjoyable and meaningful activities.

Sign up to our mailing list to receive updates about dementia wellness, lifestory work and activities. As a special bonus for signing up, I will send you the first of a series of activity cards suitable for people living with dementia at home or in aged care settings. Print it out and refer to it as a resource for easy activities.

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