Virtual Dementia Tour

20/10/2026

Home Instead Exeter & East Devon

💜 The power of the Virtual Dementia Tour® – feedback that really means something!

We were delighted to receive this wonderful feedback from Home Instead Exeter and East Devon following their recent Virtual Dementia Tour session with Experience Training.

It's always lovely to hear how our training experiences make a difference, not just on the day, but in how teams think about and support people living with dementia.

Here's what they had to say:

“I'm really pleased to share our feedback on the Dementia Bus session we hosted at Home Instead Exeter and East Devon.

It was very well received by everyone who took part, including our own team and the colleagues who joined us from other Home Instead offices.

Your presenter was excellent. She was knowledgeable, warm and engaging, and particularly brilliant at answering questions and leading the role play, which brought the learning to life in a way a classroom session can't.

The experience itself was really thought-provoking. For some people it was genuinely uncomfortable. But that's exactly what makes it so powerful, because it gives a real insight into what living with dementia can feel like. It was handled with great care, and everyone felt well supported throughout and afterwards.

The most valuable part for us was the shift in empathy and understanding. Our team came away thinking differently about how they support clients living with dementia, which is exactly what we hoped for.

Thank you to you and the team. We'd be very happy to recommend the experience, and we'd love to work with you again in future.”

This is exactly why we do what we do. 💜

The Virtual Dementia Tour® gives delegates an opportunity to experience some of the challenges a person living with dementia may face. It encourages us to pause, reflect and look at the way we communicate, our approach to care and the environments we create.

Sometimes, understanding begins with experiencing something for ourselves. That shift in perspective can make a real difference to the way we support someone, helping us provide care with greater empathy, patience and understanding.

A huge thank you to the team at Home Instead Exeter and East Devon for welcoming us, taking part so openly and sharing such honest and meaningful feedback. We're thrilled the experience had such a positive impact, and we look forward to working with you again!

Could the Virtual Dementia Tour® make a difference to your team?

If you're looking to strengthen dementia awareness, develop empathy and encourage more person-centered care, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Get in touch with Training2Care to find out more about bringing the experience to your organisation.

10/09/2026

A massive thank you to Southway Housing for welcoming us and hosting the Virtual Dementia Tour®.
It was fantastic to spend time with your team and see everyone getting involved in the experience and taking the time to really reflect on what it can feel like to live with dementia.
We were also delighted to receive such fantastic feedback from the team — and even more grateful that you have given us permission to share it! 💙
Feedback like this means so much to us and is a great reminder of why experiential training can have such a powerful impact.
Thank you again to everyone at Southway Housing for making us feel so welcome and for taking the time to share your thoughts.
We really appreciate it! 👏

FEEDBACK
'A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to attend the Virtual Dementia Tour last week.
The Virtual Dementia Tour is a scientifically validated training experience designed to give individuals with healthy cognitive function an insight into what it may be like to live with dementia. By immersing participants in the world of someone experiencing cognitive decline, the tour helps build understanding of the challenges they face and highlights simple changes that can be made to practice and environments to improve their quality of life.
The session was extremely well received, with participants describing it as both informative and engaging. It provided invaluable insight into the daily experiences of people living with dementia and reinforced the importance of delivering compassionate, person-centred support.

Participant Feedback

“The Virtual Dementia Tour was excellent and provided a valuable insight into the daily experiences of people living with cognitive decline. The practical exercises helped me better understand the challenges they face, including confusion, sensory changes, and communication difficulties. This has increased my awareness and will help me provide more empathetic and person-centred support in my role.”

“I would like to express my sincere thanks for the dementia awareness training that was provided. The session was informative, engaging, and helped improve my understanding of dementia and the challenges faced by those living with it. The knowledge gained will be valuable in supporting others with greater awareness, empathy, and confidence.”

Thank you once again to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of the event. We hope the experience will continue to shape and influence the way we support and interact with people living with dementia.'

01/09/2026

27/08/2026

🌟 Something local that might be worth a visit! 🌟

If you’re looking for something to do on 3rd September, why not pop along to the local mini market?

A great chance to have a wander around, support some local stalls and pick up a few little treats along the way.

Worth a visit! 😊

21/08/2026

Sometimes we focus so much on what a person with dementia has forgotten, that we forget everything they still feel.

They may forget your name, but they can still recognise kindness.

They may forget the conversation you had five minutes ago, but they can still feel the warmth of your voice.

They may not remember what you did for them today, but they will remember how you made them feel.

Dementia is not just about memory. It can affect how someone experiences the world around them — and that is why patience, understanding and compassion matter so much.

Before we correct, rush or assume, perhaps we should pause and ask ourselves:

“What if this was my world?”

Sometimes the greatest difference we can make isn't in what we say, but in how we make someone feel.

14/08/2026

💙 A unique dementia experience is coming to Stowmarket! 💙

We’re delighted to be bringing the Virtual Dementia Tour® to Frantec in Stowmarket, giving people the opportunity to experience some of the sensory and physical challenges that a person living with dementia may face.

This is more than simply learning about dementia. It’s an opportunity to gain a different perspective, build understanding and see things from the point of view of someone living with dementia.

The experience is thought-provoking, insightful and designed to help us consider how we can better support people living with dementia in our communities.

For more information, please see the flyer below or get in touch.

Please feel free to share this post with anyone in the Stowmarket and surrounding areas who may be interested.

💙 Understanding starts with seeing things from a different perspective.

31/07/2026

What an amazing event that is happening in the local Essex community,
If you know anyone that may be interested in this please pass this on

24/07/2026

💙 Weekend Thought...

As the weekend begins, it's worth remembering that for someone living with dementia, the world can sometimes feel unfamiliar, confusing, or overwhelming.

What may seem like a simple task to us—finding a room, recognising a face, following a conversation, or coping with a busy environment—can require enormous effort.

Taking a little extra time, using clear communication, and responding with patience rather than urgency can make a significant difference to a person's wellbeing.

Understanding dementia isn't just for health and social care professionals. It's something that can help all of us support family members, friends, neighbours, and members of our community with greater compassion.

💙 This weekend, let's choose understanding, patience, and kindness—because small changes in how we respond can have a lasting impact.

23/07/2026

Did you know that dementia affects more than memory?

For many people, dementia can also affect:
🧠 How they interpret what they see and hear.
🚶 Balance, coordination, and movement.
💬 Communication and finding the right words.
😟 Confidence, decision-making, and carrying out everyday tasks.
🔊 The way they experience sounds, light, touch, and busy environments.

This is why understanding the lived experience of dementia is so important. When we understand why someone may be responding in a certain way, we can adapt our approach to reduce distress and provide more compassionate, person-centred support.

The Virtual Dementia Tour® offers an evidence-based, immersive learning experience that helps participants gain a deeper appreciation of the challenges many people living with dementia face every day. It's not about simulating dementia itself—it's about increasing understanding, empathy, and improving the way we deliver care.

Every small change in our approach has the potential to make a meaningful difference to someone's day.