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01-12-2016 | Original Paper

Supporting Healthy Dementia Culture: An Exploratory Study of the Church

Authors: Robyn Plunkett, Peter Chen

Published in: Journal of Religion and Health | Issue 6/2016

Abstract

This research used the church as an exemplar to identify how community institutions provide opportunities for individuals living with dementia to continue living in meaningful ways. Study results from this exploratory study indicated churches are moving towards dementia-friendly spaces, but additional assistance is required. Namely, support with the costs of physical infrastructure improvements, dementia education, adequate transportation, and social supports were identified. Due to the significant presence that the church has in lives touched by dementia, policy that acknowledges its contributions to health would help to legitimize the church as a health resource and promote inclusive community culture for individuals in the context of dementia.

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Title: Supporting Healthy Dementia Culture: An Exploratory Study of the Church
Authors: Robyn Plunkett
Peter Chen
Publication date: 01-12-2016
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Religion and Health / Issue 6/2016
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Electronic ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-015-0165-8

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