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I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
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Emma Rose Community member
I thought I understood dementia.
One of my grandmas got Alzheimer’s disease in about 2006, and she sadly passed away last year.
I never took the time to properly understand dementia and how it feels to live with the disease.
Last month, I was asked to illustrate these analogies for a project by AllClear Insurance and Dementia Friends. The project really opened my eyes to the reality of dementia and I am incredibly proud to have been a part of it.
So, I wanted to share the analogies for anyone who has been affected by dementia – whether you have it yourself, or care for a loved one who does.
More info: allcleartravel.co.uk
The Cereal Analogy
The Soup Analogy
The Chalk Slate Analogy
The Radio Analogy
The TV Remote Analogy
The Shower Analogy
The Washing Machine Analogy
The Computer Analogy
The Mirror Analogy
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Hi Emma, thanks for the illustrations. I think they'll be helpful to me when I visit my grandma next week. Just wanted to let you know that The Washing Machine analogy text is incomplete.
Thank you! I'm glad they help. Sorry about that - I'll try and edit. In the mean time, the original is here - https://allcleartravel.co.uk/dementia-house/. " Imagine you’re loading this washing machine with woolly jumpers and cardigans. You need to adjust the temperature and select the right program. There’s no “quick wash” option for these clothes. And it’s the same for how we treat those with dementia. By taking the time to understand the “settings” for the individual’s dementia, you can help them to live well for a long time."
The chalk slate analogy reminds me a little of what it's like to have ADD as well, as people who have it often have poor working memory. Obviously it's not as severe as in cases of dementia, but it was the first thing I thought of.
Hi Emma, thanks for the illustrations. I think they'll be helpful to me when I visit my grandma next week. Just wanted to let you know that The Washing Machine analogy text is incomplete.
Thank you! I'm glad they help. Sorry about that - I'll try and edit. In the mean time, the original is here - https://allcleartravel.co.uk/dementia-house/. " Imagine you’re loading this washing machine with woolly jumpers and cardigans. You need to adjust the temperature and select the right program. There’s no “quick wash” option for these clothes. And it’s the same for how we treat those with dementia. By taking the time to understand the “settings” for the individual’s dementia, you can help them to live well for a long time."
The chalk slate analogy reminds me a little of what it's like to have ADD as well, as people who have it often have poor working memory. Obviously it's not as severe as in cases of dementia, but it was the first thing I thought of.