DANCING WITH DEMENTIA

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  What we do about elder abuse will be our legacy as a society

  Nov 22, 2024

  To deny humane support to the vulnerable elderly raises serious moral and ethical concerns. We, who are part of society, who are more capable — and therefore more powerful — must take responsibility for those who are more vulnerable and less powerful.

  
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  Healing the divide

  Oct 26, 2024

  Let me share a true story about Charlie (obviously not his real name). Charlie is living with dementia. Besides having dementia, he also has his wife, children, and grandchildren.

  
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  Is dementia a real enemy?

  Sep 27, 2024

  Often people who are living with dementia are missing people, forgotten and denied by a society that values independence, productivity, and youthfulness, and shuns away from vulnerability.

  
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  What makes us human?

  Aug 23, 2024

  Dementia forces us to make a choice. Confronted with someone who perceives the world differently than us, who cannot conceptualise a range of options or contribute to the productivity of material society, we are forced to decide whether we will accept them as a person or not.

  
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  Why Dancing with Dementia

  Jul 26, 2024

  When we struggle there is tension, we push and pull. When we dance there is a harmonious flow, blending, and cooperation.

  
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  “Mutiara” reclaimed, We can’t cure dementia yet, but we can cure its stigma

  Jun 29, 2024

  We are pleased to introduce a new column dedicated to understanding and supporting those affected by dementia. As our population ages, dementia has become an increasingly significant issue, impacting not only individuals but also their families and communities.