Course
Seniors Tell Their "Story of a Lifetime"
Currently I am working with the Seniors of Dunstable MA and received a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council. I am the facilitator for the seniors to tell their Story of a Lifetime, or My Memories. I ask them key questions, tape them and transcribe their memories, and stories. This has been the most amazing experience, they are so happy to tell their stories, and it has brought them great joy!
We've been working together at the Dunstable Library every Wednesday since April. They receive copies of their transcriptions for editing throughout the process and their books are nearly complete. Some seniors wanted to start their memories with the birth of their children, some of them put pictures in - some stories were funny, some endearing, but many stretched all the way back to the early 1900's.
I will do more of this work - it is a life changing project for all those involved.
My hours were sometimes long in the transcription process but the precious time spent with these folks has made my life much richer. The seniors I have been working with have given me a determination to succeed, in having their stories be told. These extraordinary folks and their extraordinary stories are a genuine treasure and I believe the end results were worth every ounce of energy we poured into the work.
If you wish for me to work in this capacity with a group of senior people you know in Massachusetts please call to discuss: 978.649.5887