Jackie Pool, Director of Memory Care at Sunrise Senior Living UK is an occupational therapist specialising in dementia. With over 30 years’ experience, Jackie is at the forefront of her field in designing solutions for dementia care that put the person first.

Sunrise of Bassett residents participated in the “Seeds of Change” competition. The competition was initiated by Michael and Janice Hawkins, owners of a local Home Care Removal company.

Jackie Pool, Director of Memory Care at Sunrise Senior Living UK is an occupational therapist specialising in dementia. With over 30 years’ experience, Jackie is at the forefront of her field in designing solutions for dementia care that put the person first.

People nearing the end of life will often experience common physical and emotional symptoms, regardless of their condition.

Sunrise of Fleet use expert methods and advice to help the residents living in their Memory Care Neighbourhood. They now use ‘Therapy Dolls, also known as empathy dolls; these have many benefits to those with impaired memory.

Jackie Pool, world-renowned dementia specialist and Director of Memory Care at Sunrise Senior Living UK, gives us her top tips on speaking to someone living with dementia about Coronavirus:

Many people are feeling understandably anxious and helpless with the Covid-19 outbreak. People are very worried in particular about older friends, relatives and neighbours who may be more at risk of contracting the virus.