Forget Me Not Program
Patients living with dementia and delirium are benefiting from the 'Forget Me Not' program at Bentley Hospital.
The program is staffed by a dedicated group of trained volunteers, who offer comfort and support to patients with cognitive impairment, specifically dementia and delirium.
The ‘Forget Me Not’ volunteers are able to provide patients with a friendly face, emotional support and practical assistance at a time when they needed it most. This person-centred care can reduce patients’ anxiety and distress levels in an unfamiliar environment, which can assist with recovery.
If being a 'Forget Me Not' volunteer sounds like something you are interested in, please check you meet the below requirements before expressing your interest:
- an interest or experience in older people or people with dementia
- respect for the beliefs, values and culture of others
- good communication skills
- have not experienced a major personal loss in the past year (preferred)
- ability to contribute as being part of a team
- over the age of 18.
If you would like to become involved with the ‘Forget Me Not’ volunteer program contact ForgetMeNotVolunteerProgram@health.wa.gov.au.