Doing a memory book assignment on myself has been very eye opening. It is clear how great an experience this could be doing this with an elderly client. Reminiscing with my children and husband about what they remember most about our lives together and telling them the events from my past that have stayed with me has been fun and rewarding. Looking at the old pictures brought back so many happy memories, emotions and stories. By focusing only on the positive events, the book makes me feel good about my life. I can see how an elder would have a similar experience and how important that would be if their memories were starting to fail them. Helping them to selectively remember would give them back their self identity as well as give family and friends a way to connect to the elder in a joyful way.
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