Reminiscence, Vintage & Life Journeys

Reminiscence, Vintage & Life Journeys

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Our most powerful and therapeutic sessions using a combination of dreamscenes, music and sound therapy, archival reminiscence, and olfactory stimulation.
Chronobiology: usually used between 4-7 pm during sundowning, when the symptoms of anxiety and stress are prominent.
Frequency: 1 or 2 sessions per day.
"Reminiscence videos" typically refer to videos that are created to capture and preserve memories, often for individuals who may be experiencing memory loss or cognitive decline. These videos can be used as therapeutic tools, particularly in cases of dementia or Alzheimer's disease, to help individuals reconnect with their past and maintain a sense of identity.

Here's a general overview of how reminiscence videos work:

Content Selection: Caregivers, family members, or professionals work together to select meaningful content from the Memory Lane TV catalog. We encourage you to complement the viewing with photos, videos, personalized music.

Personalization: Our content is carefully curated to include significant life events, places, people, and experiences that are relevant to the individual's life. This personalization helps trigger memories and emotions.

Narration: A narrative voice or captions is sometimes added to provide context to the images and videos. The narration might describe the people, places, and events depicted in the footage.

Music: Incorporating familiar music or songs from the person's past can evoke emotions and further stimulate memories. We curate very specific music for each film.

Visuals and Editing: The selected photos and videos are compiled and edited together to create a coherent and engaging video. Transitions and effects can be used to enhance the viewing experience.

Engagement: The video is shared with the individual, typically in a comfortable and familiar environment. Watching the video can spark conversations and discussions about their life experiences.

Therapeutic Benefits: Reminiscence videos can offer therapeutic benefits by helping individuals recall positive memories, engage in conversations, and experience a sense of connection with their past. They can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall well-being.

Maintenance and Updates: As the individual's life continues, new memories can be added to the video to keep it current and relevant.

It's important to note that while reminiscence videos can be beneficial for individuals with memory loss, they should be used as part of a broader care plan and in consultation with healthcare professionals. Every person's situation is unique, and what works for one individual may not work for another.

In addition to their therapeutic use, reminiscence videos can also be created for anyone who wants to celebrate and preserve their life stories or milestones, even if they don't have cognitive impairments. These videos can be cherished by families as a way to document and share their heritage for future generations.

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Reminiscence, Vintage & Life Journeys
  • Retro Song and Dance - S3201

    Episode 1

    A collage of retro music and dance: Elvis, Fred Astair, Ginger Rogers...
    Engagement Level: 4/5
    Chronobiology Season: Winter Afternoon
    Circadian Rhythm: Morning, Afternoon, Sundowning
    Watch more Music & Dance films here: https://memory-lane.vhx.tv/music-dance

  • A Day at the Zoo - S4253

    Episode 2

    Experience the boreal wilderness like never before! The St Felicien Zoo brings you into contact with over 80 native and exotic species. Come live alongside the wildlife of North America in its natural habitat
    Engagement Level: 2/5
    Chronobiology Season: Spring Afternoon
    Circadian Rhythm: Afternoon...

  • One with Nature - S260

    Episode 3

    A journey through nature and all activities you can do with family or friends on a crisp fall day. Sights, sounds, animals, and food!
    Engagement Level: 4/5
    Chronobiology: Fall Afternoon
    Circadian Rhythm: Lunch, Afternoon, Sundowning
    Watch more Medleys here: https://memory-lane.vhx.tv/medleys

  • Family Journey Through Nature - S2012

    Episode 4

    A journey through nature and all activities you can do with family or friends on a crisp fall day. Sights, sounds, animals, and food!

  • A Good Day - S1050

    Episode 5

    Go on a journey over the course of a day and enjoy a couple of the fun things there are to do in life. A fun, interactive adventure along the coast of California. The film starts with a nice walk in the woods with a beautiful dog. From there, we travel down the Pacific Highway to a beautiful surf...

  • The Game Of Life - S1061

    Episode 6

    This film takes the audience on a nostalgic journey back through time and each stage of life. It begins with a wedding, where a happy couple share the best day of their life and begin their journey. They quickly become pregnant and the life cycle begins. The film displays a variety of different f...

  • Periods of Life - S1060

    Episode 7

    Experience the many stages of life in an interactive way. The viewer will see the very beginning of life when one is a baby, growing up playing and hanging out with friends, all the way to ones wedding day and retirement. All with interactive prompts along the way to spark the viewer's memory of ...

  • Baseball Over Time - S7003

    Episode 8

    Enjoy a journey of the great sport of baseball as the decades go by. You will see everything to baseballs early days, young kids playing in the street, to modern day professional baseball.

  • Fisherman, Market, & Goats - S106

    Episode 9

    Fly-Fisherman on the Maine coast, a French outdoor market, Goats, and a French traditional dance.

  • The Small Things in Life - S115

    Episode 10

    The pink sky opens and you're caught with your first breath. It becomes brighter by the day. People storm the beach getting ready for a great day in the sun. Friends drink, play soccer, kids eat ice cream and a newborn see’s the beach for the first time. After a nice day at the beach what we all ...

  • Driving Through Europe - S124

    Episode 11

    A reminiscing film intertwining imagery of vintage cars, and scenic Europe. Join Memory Lane TV for a soothing journey through old-time film and inspiring landscape.

  • Families, Beaches and Rain - S122

    Episode 12

    A captivating blend of images including art, landscapes, warm family moments, and familiar kitchen tasks. This session intertwines relaxing film and music to soothe and intrigue. Join Memory Lane TV for a journey through woodland forests and springtime fun.

  • Flowers, Fields and Farm Animals - S123

    Episode 13

    A woman reads a book in the sunny outdoors and daydreams about barn animals, garden beds, and glistening snow. This session intertwines film and music to engage and intrigue. Join Memory Lane TV for a journey through dream-like scenes of nature and physical expression.

  • Love Everything - S130

    Episode 14

    You open your eyes and you see the sunrise in the mountains. A small journey into the forest and wilderness while you reach your family who begins fishing into the lake. A dad teaches his son and his daughters how to fish and how this cycle repeats when they too get older. Lifestyle in the sea is...

  • Family Fun and Oceanscapes - S136

    Episode 15

    A beautiful film mixing happy families together with amazing nature shots. This soothing, plot free medley is nothing but positive.

  • A Man's Journey - S134

    Episode 16

    Following the theme of a man’s life, this film incorporates imagery of young love, the professional world, and family. This session intertwines film and music to engage and intrigue.

  • Christmas Time - S142

    Episode 17

    Get in the holiday spirit with this film celebrating all things Christmas! Experience all aspects of the holiday season. You will see a baby's first Christmas, family fun in the snow, Christmas shopping, and of course, the excitement of Christmas morning!

  • A Woman's Journey - S1056

    Episode 18

    This film gives you a look inside the life as a woman. It goes through many important moments in a woman's life, both happy and emotional. The film will take you on a journey from a little girl on a beach, the struggles of working from home, a girl at a carnival, a woman finding out she is pregna...

  • Hobbies - S129

    Episode 19

    This 45-minute medley film centers on people doing what they love. Watch people live through their passion for things like pottery, painting, baking, grilling, cutting hair at a barbershop, woodworking, sewing, cooking, and more, while a relaxing but fun soundtrack helps one relax.

  • A Journey in Nature - S2061

    Episode 20

    Join Memory Lane on a trip through beautiful natural locations in this 45-minute nature session. The session features a calming compilation of animals and people enjoying grassy lands, clear flowing water, rich forests and beautiful mountains, accompanied by soft and thoughtful music to help one ...

  • Baseball Memories - S413

    Episode 21

    Discover our short Channel series of 10-minute relaxation and fun engagement

  • Farm Land - S419

    Episode 22

    Discover our short Channel series 10-minute relaxation and fun engagement

  • Fog While Sailing

    Episode 23

    The Fog, Sailing With Dad

  • Football Fun

    Episode 24

    Take in the sights and sounds of one of the worlds greatest sports.