167 - ISBA 2016:Adventures with dementia - Neil Mapes




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Summary: Neil Mapes, Chief Executive, Dementia Adventure, http://www.dementiaadventure.co.uk/ Dementia Adventure is a registered charity that is dedicated to supporting people to live well with dementia and have a sense of adventure in their lives. Neil describes the benefits of outdoor environments, engaging with nature and active holidays for those with dementia and their family and friends. Find out what people want, 'what do you wish for?'. Make sure people are given choice and control, make things personal and flexible. Build confidence. Bring joy and excitement back into people's lives. Introduced by Donald Macleod, Conference Chair. ISBA 2016:The 10th International Short Break Association conference, 13–15 September 2016, Edinburgh, Scotland