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I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

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I thought I understood dementia.

One of my grandmas got Alzheimer’s disease in about 2006, and she sadly passed away last year.

I never took the time to properly understand dementia and how it feels to live with the disease.

Last month, I was asked to illustrate these analogies for a project by AllClear Insurance and Dementia Friends. The project really opened my eyes to the reality of dementia and I am incredibly proud to have been a part of it.

So, I wanted to share the analogies for anyone who has been affected by dementia – whether you have it yourself, or care for a loved one who does.

More info: allcleartravel.co.uk

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The Cereal Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The Soup Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

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The Chalk Slate Analogy

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The Radio Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The TV Remote Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The Shower Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

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The Washing Machine Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The Computer Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

The Mirror Analogy

I Illustrated 9 Tear-Jerking Analogies For Dementia, To Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month

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Emma Rose

A designer and illustrator from the North West UK

A designer and illustrator from the North West UK

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Yvonne Kullberg 7 years ago

Hi Emma, thanks for the illustrations. I think they'll be helpful to me when I visit my grandma next week. Just wanted to let you know that The Washing Machine analogy text is incomplete.

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Emma Rose (Post author) 7 years ago

Thank you! I'm glad they help. Sorry about that - I'll try and edit. In the mean time, the original is here - https://allcleartravel.co.uk/dementia-house/. " Imagine you’re loading this washing machine with woolly jumpers and cardigans. You need to adjust the temperature and select the right program. There’s no “quick wash” option for these clothes. And it’s the same for how we treat those with dementia. By taking the time to understand the “settings” for the individual’s dementia, you can help them to live well for a long time."

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vera balogun 3 years ago

My husband has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016 there's a herbal foundation in Cape Town they cured my husband Alzheimer's disease . Pm me i will give their details. People can search about them on Google or youtube (Multivitamin Care ). My husband faced many difficulties and was in several depression, Trouble understanding visual image, aggression ,so many,. This thing happened to him at a very crucial stage of our life. PM if someone needs info or contact them directly Multivitamincare.org they cured 100% of Alzheimer with their herbal formula .

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Kat Stott 6 years ago

The chalk slate analogy reminds me a little of what it's like to have ADD as well, as people who have it often have poor working memory. Obviously it's not as severe as in cases of dementia, but it was the first thing I thought of.

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Yvonne Kullberg 7 years ago

Hi Emma, thanks for the illustrations. I think they'll be helpful to me when I visit my grandma next week. Just wanted to let you know that The Washing Machine analogy text is incomplete.

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Emma Rose (Post author) 7 years ago

Thank you! I'm glad they help. Sorry about that - I'll try and edit. In the mean time, the original is here - https://allcleartravel.co.uk/dementia-house/. " Imagine you’re loading this washing machine with woolly jumpers and cardigans. You need to adjust the temperature and select the right program. There’s no “quick wash” option for these clothes. And it’s the same for how we treat those with dementia. By taking the time to understand the “settings” for the individual’s dementia, you can help them to live well for a long time."

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vera balogun 3 years ago

My husband has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016 there's a herbal foundation in Cape Town they cured my husband Alzheimer's disease . Pm me i will give their details. People can search about them on Google or youtube (Multivitamin Care ). My husband faced many difficulties and was in several depression, Trouble understanding visual image, aggression ,so many,. This thing happened to him at a very crucial stage of our life. PM if someone needs info or contact them directly Multivitamincare.org they cured 100% of Alzheimer with their herbal formula .

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Kat Stott 6 years ago

The chalk slate analogy reminds me a little of what it's like to have ADD as well, as people who have it often have poor working memory. Obviously it's not as severe as in cases of dementia, but it was the first thing I thought of.

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