I agree, you truly get to know someone through reminiscing. One article I read described using the treatment with dementia patients. Through story-telling, a bond emerged between the staff and resident. Hearing about the past, allowed the nurse to behold the person in a new light. The caregiver related to the resident (Cooney et al., 2014). I am going to incorporate this process into my daily care. Both, staff and resident, benefit from reminiscing. A new appreciation of each other is formed. Day to day care is no longer mundane or frustrating. In turn, it enhances the quality of life for the person. To me, all of this supports the “See Me Nurse” video.
