A Transformative Program for Inmates with Dementia
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Discover a groundbreaking initiative that trains inmates to become caregivers for fellow prisoners with dementia in this enlightening 18-minute TED talk. Clinical psychologist Cheryl Steed shares her firsthand experiences leading the "Gold Coats" program at the California Men's Colony, offering powerful insights into how this innovative approach not only provides essential care for vulnerable inmates but also profoundly impacts the lives of those who participate as caregivers. Through compelling stories and examples, learn how this unique program fosters empathy, purpose, and personal growth within the prison system, challenging preconceptions and demonstrating the transformative power of compassion and responsibility in unexpected places.
Syllabus
A transformative program for inmates with dementia
Taught by
TEDMED
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