Experience Dementia Immersive Experience (EDIE)
A powerful virtual reality learning experience that builds empathy, deepens understanding and inspires more compassionate, person-centred dementia support.
the edie experience
A New Perspective.
A Lasting Impact.
EDIE goes beyond traditional learning, using immersive virtual reality (VR) technology to provide participants with a deeper understanding of the everyday experiences and challenges faced by people living with dementia mate wareware.
Guided by experienced dementia educators, participants explore realistic scenarios that challenge assumptions, build empathy and offer valuable insights into how dementia can affect thinking, perception, communication and daily life.
Through immersive experiences, guided reflection and practical learning, EDIE encourages participants to see dementia from a different perspective and develop compassionate, person-centred approaches that promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
The experience builds confidence, strengthens relationships and inspires meaningful changes in everyday practice, supporting participants to work more effectively alongside people living with dementia, their whānau and colleagues.
Guided by experienced dementia educators, participants explore realistic scenarios that challenge assumptions, build empathy and offer valuable insights into how dementia can affect thinking, perception, communication and daily life.
Through immersive experiences, guided reflection and practical learning, EDIE encourages participants to see dementia from a different perspective and develop compassionate, person-centred approaches that promote independence, dignity and wellbeing.
The experience builds confidence, strengthens relationships and inspires meaningful changes in everyday practice, supporting participants to work more effectively alongside people living with dementia, their whānau and colleagues.
An experience for everyone
EDIE is designed for individuals, teams and organisations who want to deepen their understanding of dementia mate wareware and strengthen the way they support and connect with people living with dementia.
Whether you work directly in dementia support or simply want to build your knowledge and empathy, EDIE offers a valuable and thought-provoking learning experience.
“EDIE completely changed the way I see dementia. I left with a much deeper understanding of what people living with dementia experience and greater confidence to provide compassionate, person-centred support.”
- EDIE participant feedback
- EDIE participant feedback
Ready to experience dementia from a different perspective?
Bring EDIE to your workplace and give your team an opportunity to build empathy, strengthen understanding and explore practical ways to improve everyday dementia support.
Whether you're looking to develop your team's confidence, challenge existing assumptions or inspire more compassionate practice, we'd love to help you explore how EDIE could support your organisation.
Whether you're looking to develop your team's confidence, challenge existing assumptions or inspire more compassionate practice, we'd love to help you explore how EDIE could support your organisation.
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