Retro shop touted as salve for dementiaBy Chiu Chih-jou and Kayleigh Madjar / Staff reporter, with staff writerWhile retro shops selling nostalgic trinkets and snacks are a familiar sight in historic districts, the owner of one such store in Pingtung County has discovered an unexpected use for his collection — as a salve for dementia. As a child, Liu lived with his family in a Japanese-style house, where his father renovated old furniture and household items. He even acquired a bicycle ridden by the owner of a popular ice dessert shop in Chaojhou, a piece of local history. His mother used to sell furniture at a shop on the central traffic circle in Chaojhou, but after she developed mild dementia, Liu returned to look after her. In his retirement, Liu is operating the antiques store from his mother’s old furniture shop and drawing upon his experience working abroad to help exchange students.

Source: Taipei Times March 19, 2021 15:56 UTC