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For Those With Dementia
Do...
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Have signage on both sides of doors (e.g. a sign on the inside of the bathroom saying ‘this way to the main church building’).
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Use signs with images as well as text.
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Keep sensory triggers to a minimum (e.g. bright lights, loud noises, strong smells).
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Provide lighting that minimises big shadows.
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Arrange transport for a person with dementia if necessary.
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Encourage the befriending of a person with dementia and a buddy system if necessary.
Don’t...
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Use dark coloured doormats if you have a light coloured floor (they can seem like a hole in the floor to someone with dementia).
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Don’t embarrass people if they make a mistake, or say something that sounds silly.
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