At LDK Seniors’ Living, we believe that every older person deserves a life filled with connection, purpose, and genuine community. These values guide our approach to dementia support, and they are reflected in the voices of our residents.

One of those voices is John Key from The Landings, who recently appeared on the Voices in DREAM podcast. This podcast is part of the DREAM program led by the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre at the University of Tasmania. The program focuses on education, research, and real stories that help improve the lives of people living with dementia.

John continues to be a warm and thoughtful ambassador for LDK. His contribution to this podcast is honest, uplifting, and filled with practical insights from his own experience of community life.

About the episode

The episode, titled Staying active and connected: The power of meaningful activities, explores how daily connection and purposeful activities support wellbeing for people living with dementia.

In his conversation with host Yashi, John speaks about:

• The activities that bring joy and independence to residents.
• How support workers encourage participation and confidence.
• Why social connection is essential for wellbeing and happiness.
• Practical ways to build stronger moments of engagement.
• What it is like to live in a community that values belonging and inclusion.

The discussion also gives helpful guidance for families and care staff who want to support more meaningful activity in daily life.

Why stories like this matter

John’s reflections highlight something we see across all LDK villages. People thrive when they are part of a community that values who they are and what they enjoy.

Meaningful activities support memory, mood, and independence. They reduce loneliness and help residents stay connected with neighbours and friends. These simple moments form the foundation of wellbeing for people living with dementia.

A strong voice for community life

We are grateful to John for sharing his experience with the Wicking Centre and the University of Tasmania audience. His voice reflects the care and kindness our teams bring to the everyday lives of our residents. It also reminds us that community connection plays a central role in dementia support.

Listen to the episode

Learn more

To discover how LDK supports people living with dementia, or to see community life in action, you are welcome to book a tour or contact our team.