The Dementia Journey

It can be difficult to truly comprehend what someone living with dementia experiences day-to-day, and this ultimately compromises how we approach and respond to them.

Our unique Dementia Journey experience allows participants to briefly step into the shoes of someone living with dementia. In this live simulation, participants’ senses are safely altered to experience the challenges someone with dementia faces in everyday tasks. Through the experience, participants grow in their understanding and empathy, allowing them to become even better caregivers.

“A required journey for all.”
-Shelley Irwin, The Roving Mic Show, WGVU

Who the Dementia Journey
is designed for:

This “perspective-changing, life-changing” experience from the Dementia Institute in Grand Rapids is available for the whole family, groups of friends, work teams, and individuals.

Why experiencing the
Dementia Journey is important:

Experiencing the Dementia Journey is an essential step toward understanding how to better communicate, engage with, and care for someone living with brain change.

What you will discover through the Dementia Journey

Experience first-hand the challenges of accomplishing everyday tasks and navigating an environment with altered senses.

Gain empathy for the challenges faced by someone living with dementia.

Through group reflection afterward, gain perspective into the various ways people respond to everyday challenges.

Dementia Journey Details:

Facilitated by one of our highly-certified and experienced Dementia Specialists.

Duration: 45-60 minutes

Cost: $25/person

Location: 2100 Raybrook St. SE, Suite 201 Grand Rapids, MI 49546. Enter the North Entrance “A”, take the first hallway to the left, and check in with the receptionist.

Have a group and want us to bring the experience to you? Contact us for arrangements: Info@Dementia-Institute.org or 616-235-5499.

1 The Dementia Journey

Register Today

To view available times and book the Dementia Journey for 1-8 people, register here.

To schedule a larger group experience, please contact us directly.