Join us on 16th August 2024 for the Home Instead Cambridge, Virtual Dementia Tour being hosted at 45 Mill Road, Cambridge, CB1 2AW
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Bringing the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus to Our Community in Cambridge
At Home Instead Cambridge, we're committed to raising awareness and understanding of dementia. That's why we're excited to host the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus!
This innovative program offers a unique opportunity for our community, client families, and care professionals to experience the challenges people with dementia face on a daily basis.
The Virtual Dementia Tour Bus is a mobile simulator that uses sensory alterations and disorienting situations to create a glimpse into the world of dementia. This immersive experience allows participants to walk a mile in someone else's shoes, creating a sense of empathy and a deeper understanding of the condition.
We believe this program is invaluable for several reasons. First, it provides a level of training that's simply not possible in a traditional classroom setting. By putting themselves in the shoes of someone with dementia, participants gain a firsthand perspective on the challenges these individuals face.
Second, the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus creates greater empathy and understanding within our community. This is especially important for our staff, client families, and collaborating organisations who all play a role in supporting those living with dementia.
Tom McEwan, owner of Home Instead Cambridge, says it best: "Raising awareness of dementia is important, but providing a real-life experience is truly transformative. By experiencing the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus, people can begin to understand the challenges individuals face living with this condition in their everyday life."
We invite you to join us for this eye-opening experience on 16th August. Visit our website at www.homeinstead.co.uk/cambridge or call us at 01223 801676 to learn more and register for the Virtual Dementia Tour Bus. Together, we can create a more supportive and understanding community for those living with dementia.