Episode 24: The Culture of Care with David Sheard - I Didn’t Sign Up For This

Jo and Emma chat again with one of their favourite humans David Sheard, Professor of Emotional Intelligence in Dementia Care and expert in all things dementia care related in our view!

 

In this episode David talks about the importance of the culture of care and how this can get lost and why it is important for care culture to be at the forefront of all care settings - the benefits to both those giving and receiving care. 

 

David talks about the importance of being vulnerable and creating real environments where both staff and residents can thrive and be the best versions of themselves, prolonging good quality life, maintaining dignity and connections with others. David shares how a change in culture can make a huge difference to everyone in dementia care and he reminds us of the precious nature of life  that we are only ever a flicker away from not being here ourselves. What matters most is the creation of a feeling of home and small changes can make a huge difference. Take a listen...

 

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