Sharing Stories

It is a misunderstanding that we necessarily lose our loved ones to dementia before they die.  We can keep a close, soul-to-soul relationship with our companions by memorizing their stories and being ready to share them back with them when they become unable to.  Those stories often will include us as family and friends. 

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The Art of Noticing

Creating Rich Sensory and Social Experiences for Those Experiencing Dementia - Part 8: Noticing As we continue to explore options for creating sensory and social experiences for our loved ones experiencing dementia, let's get back to the art of noticing.  If your loved one was a pilot or farmer, they probably have spent most of their lives noticing the clouds.…

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Sacred Work

Society may paint another picture, but spending time with people experiencing dementia is sacred work I get to do. The DAWN Method has taught me how to provide the right type of care in the right amounts. 

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Remembering Our Friend

He was dignified, intelligent, personable, and had an easy laugh.  Yes, he was having a harder time remembering and doing some of the simple tasks of life that were once very easy.  But with the right kind of dementia-understanding, dementia-supportive help (The DAWN Method), he retained his personality… dignity… intelligence… personable ways, and easy laugh. He enjoyed visiting and talking…

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