Sunlove NHELP Life Story Book
Care Continuum
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care
31 December 2022
To explore memorable experiences and childhood memories via reminiscence in an individual's life to improve emotional. The program has improved residents' quality of life, reduced depression, and is now extended to other Sunlove facilities.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Continuum, Intermediate and Long Term Care ＆ Community Care, Nursing Home Care, Quality Of Life, Population Health, Mental Health
About this Content
Aims
To explore memorable experiences and childhood memories via reminiscence in an individual's life to improve emotional well-being in nursing home residents.
Background
The lack of innovative programs focusing on reminiscence led to the need for an intervention to improve residents' emotional and psychological well-being.
Methods
Developed and implemented a Life Story Book program to capture residents’ life histories, enhancing emotional and psychological engagement through reminiscing.
Results
Significant improvements in life satisfaction and emotional well-being as reflected in pre- and post-program assessments. Residents exhibited better engagement and reduced depressive symptoms.
Conclusion
The program has improved residents' quality of life, reduced depression, and is now extended to other Sunlove facilities.
Lessons Learnt
Engaging families and residents early, while balancing staff resources and emotional support, was key to the success of the program.
Additional Information
Life Story Book program scaled to Surya Nursing Home. The program continues with strong staff involvement.
Keywords
Nursing Home, Life Story, Reminiscence, Emotional Well-Being, Resident Engagement, Quality of Life
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | Agency for Integrated Care - Intermediate and Long Term Care |
Organization(s) Involved | Sunlove Home |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Medical Social Workers |
Project Lead(s) | Mrs Guna D |
Project Member(s) | Saravanan |
Connect with this contributor!
Mrs Guna D - guna@sunlove.org.sg