This is Me

When it comes to caring for individuals, one size doesn’t fit all. At Cedars Care Group Homes, we strive to provide person-centred care. Getting to know each resident personally is key to our work. One way we do this is through This is Me profiles.

This is Me profiles are based on Life Story Work. This activity encourages an older person to remember and share lifetime events and experiences, which helps us create a biography of personal information. Often, this can be done with the support of family and friends. It encourages reminiscence, allows the person to put events into perspective, and inspires a sense of self and fulfilment.

Life Story Work is instrumental in treating and providing care to older adults with dementia or Alzheimer’s. When dementia isn’t a factor, the activity is still useful in building relationships between residents and carers at our homes. It helps care staff learn each resident’s history, family, professions, pets, and interests. The end result is a personal profile that allows us to retain the dignity and identity of our residents, with or without progressive dementia.

Browse our This is Me profile booklets to get a better idea…