Voices in DREAM
Supporting you to support people living with dementia
Are you a frontline worker in dementia care or passionate about improving aged care? Join us for Voices in DREAM — supporting you to support people living with dementia. Voices in DREAM is a new podcast that shares honest stories, practical tips, and culturally responsive care strategies from people in the field in respite, permanent residential, and home care settings.
Hear from support workers, nurses, allied health professionals, and dementia support coaches who know what it’s really like to support and care for people living with dementia, especially in a respite setting.
Listen to our stories and subscribe now for inspiration, advice, and community support to help you deliver the best possible care—one story at a time.
DREAM (Dementia Respite Education and Mentoring) aims to boost the capability of the aged care workforce to deliver quality dementia care. Through a dedicated portal, DREAM provides free access to education, a dynamic network and coaching tailored to individual and organisational needs: https://dream.utas.edu.au/
DREAM is funded by the Australian Government and is free to access.
Voices in DREAM
Designing for dignity: How the environment shapes dementia care
Did you know that thoughtfully designed environments can reduce anxiety, improve safety, and support independence for people living with dementia - especially in short-term respite care settings.
In today’s episode of Voices in DREAM, Yashi welcomes Bridgette, an advocate for dementia friendly environmental design. Bridgette shares practical insights on how small but meaningful environmental changes in respite care can create calm, connection, and dignity for residents living with dementia.
In today’s episode Bridgette and Yashi talk about:
- What makes a dementia-friendly environment in respite and residential care
- How the environment impacts residents’ mood, orientation, and safety
- The important role of support workers in shaping and keeping dementia-friendly spaces
- Practical tips for small changes that make a big difference
- Emphasis on creating calm, consistent, and familiar surroundings
- Reflection on how environmental design complements compassionate care