In a recent conversation with one of my companions, she shared that she still feels she can live life fully and be part of the world around her! We are creating a dementia-supportive experience of the world for her - this is what the DAWN method is all about! https://www.instagram.com/p/DTbDlpHlZIs/
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…
While I have many years of experience in providing DAWN Method Dementia Care, I am reminded again that I am not the expert when it comes to my companion's personal life/family! It is important that we listen well to our companions experiencing dementia and work with their family members to adjust what is needed to provide the best care and…
I never got to meet him. But I had the privilege of getting to know his wife and daughters as I coached them in The DAWN Method, and along his dementia journey. His family remained powerfully committed to him, his well-being, and his quality of life. Their journey was not easy, and it was impacted by his own difficult journey,…
Sharing a few thoughts around falls & dementia. I'd love for you to take a listen as I share some observations & tips from my background as an Occupational Therapist! #falls #OccupationalTherapy #aging #dementiacare #dementiatips #dementiasupportive #eldersupportive #caregiver #risk #livingfully https://www.instagram.com/p/DL-mbo2PlTn/
If you’ve ever ridden the Fort Collins City Park train, you may have met our friend. We loved hearing her stories of how she taught the kids to remain seated for the whole ride, and raise their arms and wiggle their fingers when they went through the tunnel. We loved hearing about how she began helping kids have their birthday…
Worth the watch. Specifically, the end when he talks about having purpose. Dementia takes away many things, but it does not take away feelings and your heart! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWJ2ZNvQIcQ
I had the privilege to talk with Lance Slatton in the All Home Care Matters podcast. I hope you'll take time to read their post and watch the video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0fr9j59B7k All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton (The Senior Care Influencer Lance A. Slatton) were honored to welcome Jill Couch, MS, OT/L as guest to the show.…
