The Memory in Later
Life project explored many aspects of memory including personal strategies,
mnemonic techniques, and exercises involving autobiographical memories and aesthetic
experiences. It also looked at the importance of attitudes and beliefs, and
lifestyle factors such as exercise, diet, leisure activities, enjoyment and a
good social life. The latest findings from neuroscience reinforce the notion
that a range of activities are vital for older adults to maintain memory skills
and promote a healthy brain.
Many ideas from the
project can be incorporated into learning in later life programmes to increase
knowledge about memory changes over time and help older adults use their
memories well. The outcome of the project is a handbook of the most useful
activities and ideas chosen by the older adults participating in the project.
This handbook will be available on this site shortly.
The materials archived
here are a selection of documents from partner meetings - presentations,
worksheets and papers that have been produced as the project progressed. These may
be useful to teachers and trainers to supplement the handbook.
