Originally published: Retail Pharmacy Assistants, 5 February 2025
A new research report released today, which surveyed over 1,000 Australians with direct contact with someone living with dementia, reveals the powerful role visual prompts play in deepening connections with people living with dementia.
The independent research conducted by VistaPrint for Dementia Australia found that more than 7-in-10 Australians who have used visual prompts to support someone living with dementia say it has generated a positive emotional response, and over two-thirds say visual prompts strengthen their bond with people living with dementia.
People living with dementia experience several key benefits from using these sentimental cues, including improved mood (63 per cent), increased engagement (58 per cent), enhanced memory recall (56 per cent), and increased communication (54 per cent). Half of respondents (50per cent) said it reduced anxiety or agitation, while 53 per cent said it made them feel more connected to their past.
About the research
Release by VistaPrint and Dementia Australia to measure the benefits of Reminiscence Therapy for those living with dementia. Overview and Consumer Sampling: This research was produced by VistaPrint Australia, based on an online study conducted by Pureprofile with n = 1,008 Australians with direct contact with someone living with dementia. The sample was designed to be nationally representative on age, gender, and location. This research was conducted in September 2024.
