Living in a Nursing Home: My Experience on Days 1 and 2
I recently spent time in a nursing home to experience life in a locked dementia unit. I presented myself as someone with mild dementia, even though I didn’t have it. The first day went smoothly, but the staff was puzzled by my vegetarian diet and soy milk preference. The night was noisy, but I managed to sleep with the help of a white noise device.
The second day started with a lot of morning activity and loud noises. I struggled with the TV remote and had some difficulty communicating my breakfast preferences. I spent the morning observing the environment and had a hard time deciding on my lunch. The day continued with various interactions with the staff and other residents.
Stay tuned for more updates on my experience in the nursing home’s locked dementia unit.
