Editor's note: In the process of deepening the construction of people's cities and improving people's livelihood and well-being, the construction of dementia-friendly communities for the elderly has become a key part. On the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the People's City concept, Xuhui District has achieved remarkable results in the pilot work of dementia-friendly communities for the elderly, and has achieved full coverage of the pilot work in 13 towns and districts in the district. From now on, the Xuhui District Financial Media Center and the District Civil Affairs Bureau will launch a series of reports to show the construction of a dementia-friendly community for the elderly in Xuhui District from the perspectives of basic science popularization, hardware support, resource links, and case displays. Today, let's walk into the streets of Longhua and see how they are building a dementia-friendly community for the elderly.
Longhua Street, Xuhui District, where prosperity and tranquility are intertwined, is a pioneer in building a dementia-friendly community for the elderly. Longhua Street is well aware that raising the public's awareness and awareness of cognitive impairment is the first and most solid step towards a friendly community.
Cognitive Sailing: Lighting the Light of Hope
In order to break the silence and misunderstanding of cognitive barriers, Longhua Street has carefully planned a series of vivid and interesting publicity and education activities. From in-depth lectures, to interactive and participatory exhibition experiences, to intuitive and easy-to-understand popular science videos, every link strives to transform complex medical knowledge into easy-to-understand language, so that every resident can become a disseminator of knowledge about cognitive disabilities. These activities are like a beam of light, illuminating the public's attention and care for the elderly.
Risk prevention and control: build a health line of defense
The popularization of risk assessment is a solid line of defense for the health of the elderly in Longhua Street. Through scientific and convenient risk assessment tools, the street can detect potential cognitive impairment risks in time and provide personalized intervention suggestions for the elderly. This strategy of "early detection and early intervention" not only helps to delay the progression of cognitive impairment, but also brings more peace of mind and hope to the elderly and their families.
Diversified intervention: Blooming the flower of life
Faced with the challenge of cognitive impairment, Longhua Street did not stop, but actively explored and practiced a variety of non-drug interventions. Gardening Therapy, Baduan Jin Qi Gong Fitness Method, Music and Aromatherapy...... These seemingly simple activities contain healing power. In the greenery of gardening, the elderly have regained their connection with nature; In the rhythm of Baduanjin, they feel the harmony of body and mind; Surrounded by music and aromas, their minds are purified and at peace. These diversified interventions are integrated with each other to create a comprehensive and three-dimensional healing space for the elderly, so that their flower of life can bloom more brilliantly in love and care.
It is reported that Longhua Street will continue to deepen cooperation with all parties in the community, integrate more resources, continue to explore and practice more effective interventions, provide more comprehensive and professional support for the elderly and families with cognitive impairment, and join hands with every resident to draw a warm, harmonious and hopeful community picture.
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Text: Wei Li
Editor: Qiu Caihong
Proofreader: Yao Yuan
Reviewer: Wei Li