Vocational Needs: Supporting Purpose, Roles, and Contribution
About this Event
The need to feel useful, capable, and engaged in meaningful roles remains present throughout the dementia journey.
This session focuses on supporting a sense of purpose and contribution in everyday life.
We will explore:
• Adapting tasks to match current abilities
• Supporting independence where possible
• Recognizing and honoring lifelong roles and identity
Purpose is not lost — it evolves.
Part of the full Care Empowerment Series:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/care-empowerment-series-supporting-the-6-human-needs-in-dementia-care-tickets-1992514238725?aff=oddtdtcreator
Agenda
🕑: 04:30 PM - 04:35 PM
Welcome & Arrival
Host: Patty Sherin
Info: We begin with a gentle welcome, time to settle in, optional introductions, and a brief overview of the day’s focus to help everyone feel comfortable and oriented.
🕑: 04:35 PM - 04:45 PM
Understanding Vocational Human Need
Info: We introduce the week’s human need and explore how it may show up in dementia, including common changes, experiences, and challenges.
🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Guided Discussion
Info: We walk through real-life caregiving examples and simple, adaptable approaches, with space to reflect on what may be helpful to try and what can be let go.
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:15 PM
Check-In
Info: We pause for a gentle check-in, creating space to notice how everyone is doing and reconnect before moving into group discussion.
🕑: 05:15 PM - 05:55 PM
Open Discussion & Q&A
Info: This is a supportive time to share experiences, ask questions, and connect with others, no pressure to speak. Listening is always welcome.
🕑: 05:55 PM - 06:00 PM
Closing Thoughts
Info: We close with a few key reminders, one or two simple takeaways to carry forward, and a brief preview of the next week’s topic.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 12.51 to USD 23.18
