Keith Oliver
Keeping Independent
I maintain my independence by focusing on what I can do, I am not great on my own but I know that is not possible all the time so I take part in hobbies likes puzzles and art.
Finding Calm
To find calm, I read and watch light television which essentially is nothing challenging and gives me a moment of escapism. Spending time with people keeps me relaxed.
Keeping Active
I am very active, some people say too active! It is really important for my cognitive health.
Finding Joy
I think connecting with younger adults brings me a lot of joy, along with writing. I hope that I can inspire them, make them think and challenge people's way of thinking. I really like to spend time with my friends and family.
Keeping Relationships
I invest time, energy and love into my relationships along with respect which is always earned. This advice can be for anyone not just people living with dementia.
Finding Achievement
I find achievement through the feedback of others, I do not seek praise from others but I am now learning to accept it from others.
Keep Learning
It is possible to keep learning, I had not painted or taken part in art since I was a child and now I really enjoy it!
Keeping A Sense of Identity
I try to keep my sense of identity by teaching as that was at the core of who I was when I was working and who I have always been to some extent, since I was a child.
