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This blog post explores how capturing life-stories through reminiscence therapy, using life story questions, can benefit not only older adults but anyone who uses adult day centers and care homes. By reflecting on personal stories and experiences, individuals can exercise their memory, improve cognitive function, and build social connections. This therapy can be a therapeutic outlet for individuals to reflect on their lives, stimulate cognitive function, and improve their overall quality of life. By preserving memories and personal experiences, we can help individuals maintain a sense of identity and purpose, even as they face physical and cognitive challenges.

This article explores what we know about the benefits of reminiscence and how you can create your own reminiscence sessions to help improve your quality of life.

Learning how to tell stories can improve your overall health in ways you might not expect! Here are ten ways storytelling provides mental and physical health benefits.

Whether you’re looking to relive something specific or just want to feel more nostalgic in general, these activities can help you relax and take you back to better times. You don’t have to leave your home to do them, so pick one that sounds good today!

Learn how you can improve your memory recall as you age, enabling you to tell life stories with ease.

Documenting life stories now is important work! As we age, we often need extra support and care from family members or healthcare professionals. Having our personal histories captured gives these people valuable information that contributes to better care outcomes.

Getting a loved one to answer life story questions before a dementia diagnosis can have a significant impact on their wellbeing and the quality of care as their condition progresses.

Life story interviews with people who have dementia require a little extra TLC. Read our expert tips on how to preserve a loved one's memories in a dignified, person-centered way.