Loss isn't the whole story. Sometimes we can get stuck focusing on the loss in Dementia (the loss of cognitive function), but there are so many strengths we should notice too! The DAWN Method taught me how to switch that perspective to lean into the strengths of our friends experiencing Dementia. https://www.instagram.com/p/DRSaHFlCa8S/
Our companions experiencing dementia will let us know what they need by what they say and do. If we pay attention and listen well, we can glean valuable clues from them. This is a brief story of how I applied what I’ve learned through the DAWN method to adapt my approach to meeting the needs of my companion. https://www.instagram.com/p/DRA1QpoCKc4/
We can still have intelligent and meaningful conversations with our companions experiencing dementia. In the video, I’m sharing how the DAWN method has guided me. It has taught me how to set up situations where they feel comfortable and safe, creating an environment for intentional conversation with our loved ones. https://www.instagram.com/p/DQ4cwPIAe1h/
Family and friends often challenge the memory of their companion experiencing dementia symptoms. They want to ask them questions to stimulate their memory, but for someone experiencing the symptoms of dementia, these types of challenges are no longer helpful. I encourage you to learn the The Dawn Method - a way to create a lower-stress environment where these individuals can…
