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Maintaining personal identity

Maintaining personal identity

Guidance,
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This resource offers guidance on maintaining personal identity for people with dementia by fostering respect, independence, and communication. It suggests environmental and social modifications to enhance dignity, such as personalising spaces, supporting mobility, and addressing unmet needs.

This resource was developed by a state/territory government or organisation, and therefore its applicability and usefulness may be limited.

Author
External resource
Standard
1: The Individual
Outcomes
1.1: Person-centred care
1.2: Dignity, respect and privacy
1.3: Choice, independence and quality of life
Maintaining personal identity

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