Dementie en Herinneringen

App as a tool for retrieving positive memories (reminiscence)

App as a tool for retrieving positive memories (reminiscence) within contact with people with dementia.

The conscious retrieval of positive memories, also known as reminiscence, appeals to what the person with dementia still knows and can do.

For people who are constantly confronted with a declining memory capacity, it is a relief to find that they are still able to retrieve and share these memories.

By telling stories about his life, the person with dementia becomes aware of who he is, of his experiences and his achievements.

This contributes to an improvement in self-esteem.

A number of themes have been worked out in this app that bring back positive memories for most people.

Different stimuli are used for retrieving memories. Sounds and sounds as well as image fragments are via

accessible this app.