12/01/2025
“I felt lost.”
“Frustrated.”
“Confused.”
“I couldn’t see very well.”
“Afraid.”
“I couldn’t understand what was said to me.”
“Lonely.”
“The tasks were difficult.”
“I didn’t know what to do, so I just wandered around the room.”
These are just some of the powerful reflections shared by staff who participated in our Dementia Simulation training this morning.
At Dementia Life STL, we are working to change the way dementia training is delivered and experienced. Our simulation allows learners to truly step into the shoes of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia - feeling the impact of reduced peripheral vision, challenges with processing language, difficulty following instructions, and loss of dexterity.
But we don’t stop at understanding the challenges. We teach how to adapt what we say and do so that care becomes dementia-aware—rooted in respect, connection, and humanity. Because when we understand, we develop empathy… and empathy creates love. And love should guide everything we do.
This is what training should be: transformational, eye-opening, and centered on compassion.
If you want to bring this experience to your business, care community, church, support group, or family, call us today. We would be honored to share it with you. 💜
