‘Digital life story’ tools are invaluable for memory care residents . . . but more need to know how to use them, study finds

McKnight’s Senior Living March 25, 2024
Aaron Dorman

Giving older adults, particularly those living with dementia, tech tools to showcase their memories and “life stories” is a tremendous addition to senior living and care communities, a new study shows.

The idea that giving residents a platform to showcase their favorite memories, and that doing so benefits both the older adults and their caregivers, isn’t necessarily a novel finding.

The new study, however, offers some careful considerations for senior living and care providers in implementing those tools: “Life story” tech needs to be easy to use, and time and training must be available to caregivers to ensure that residents get the most out of the experience.

The study was a meta-review that looked at dozens of research reports...

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