THE memories of elderly care home residents have been published, in a new book from students at the University of York.

Lives Remembered is an anthology based on the memories of residents in Stamford Bridge Beaumont care home, produced by the university as part of an undergraduate nursing module called “Understanding the experiences of older people through storytelling”, run by its Department of Health Sciences.

The joint project between the care home and the university is having a positive impact on trainee nurses and the residents they care for, as well as staff at the home.

Sue Cartwright, general manager at the home, said: “The Lives Remembered Project has been a fantastic opportunity for our residents to share their stories and be part of an innovative approach to nurse training.

“It’s also a great fit with Barchester’s person-centred care approach, which makes sure our staff know and respect the people they care for through reminiscence activities.” Ros Brownlow, nursing module leader, said: “Inspiring the nurses’ creativity also appears to promote their humanity and compassion.

“The module helps bridge the gap between young and old, as it provides an insight into the lives of older people and helps the nurses to empathise with them.”