
Studies have shown that long-term care decreases self-concept and self-esteem, and decreases psychological well being. Using a narrative approach of story telling leads to the priorities of the seniors personal meanings, and permits the indivdual to define quality of life and care.
Storytelling can be applied in the long-term care setting using the themes that emerge in the life story of a particular resident. These themes, findings of a phenomenological study, were incorporated into the resident's care plan and, consequently, quality of care improved. Recognizing the value of story and incorporating the themes that emerge into a personalized care plan transforms nursing practice.
Blogging and the Blogoshpere are the latest trend in story telling. Hosted services such as blogger (aka google); wordpress; msn spaces; yahoo 360; and others make it simple for you to create an online diary of your life. You can post as much or as little text, pictures and video clips that tell your life story. The great thing is you can do a little each day making it the perfect place to tell vignette style tales of your life for your friends and family to read at anytime.
If you need assistance let the technological handypeople assist you with selection, set-up and support. We're the only non-profit focused on providing seniors with a free helpdesk service.
There are also Internet storytelling specific non-profits which we can connect you with.
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