Personal Perspective stories
Here we share stories that showcase the benefits and ways of overcoming barriers to reaching your goals, and to help others on their wellness and reablement journey.
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Each of us have a different story …
No matter where we are on our life’s path the thought of being able to continue to do the things that matter to us as we age is desirable to us all but the challenges and the journey we face to achieve this are unique to each of us …. dependent on our genetics, behaviour and environment.
Like in the stories we have shared on this page, everyone’s situation, the challenges they faced and the ways they sought to overcome them are unique them. But we hope through reading their stories they may inspire, give you hope or motivate you to work toward more good days to your life.
Putting Reablement into PracticeAs a person living with Alzheimer’s Disease, John is challenging the belief that a diagnosis means ‘end of life’. Here he explains how, with adaptations and timely therapy, it is possible to live life well with dementia.- Taking Care of Cultural and Spiritual WellnessPaul’s story highlights the importance of providing services in a culturally appropriate way.
- Getting back to beforePhil says that “sometimes it’s just a matter of having some help to get back to where you were”
- Moving is good for usWe all know moving more is good for us and the people we support. We know that we need to be more active to help with ageing well, but sometimes it can be difficult to get started.
- Small things can make a big differenceClaire was relieved to no longer have to bend down to help her husband put on his shoes and socks
- Getting out and about to reconnectAfter he stopped driving, Stan decided it was time to get some help to be able to reconnect with his family and friends using a mobile app and public transport.
Sometimes it’s just a matter of having some help to get back to where you were