Supportive Relationships

By having a form of routine developed with those they hold supportive relationships with, they can retain a greater concept of date and time etc. In regards to those with learning disabilities or dementia this can be a really positive thing, as by being in a care setting can contribute to them losing their understanding of these sort of things. By being able to discuss things with their visitors, they are provided with stimulation for their brain and this can also improve their memory by forming associations etc. A perfect example of this would be an individual with dementia living in a nursing home and being visited by their niece. The niece who comes regularly talks often about her baby boy and so if this supportive relationship continues