If your loved one with dementia appears depressed, please read on. If you feel frustrated because your loved one with dementia was once industrious and now seems lazy, please read on. If your loved one seems apathetic, and you just do not understand why they will not get up out of their chair, read on. I have observed that some…
In today's video blog, we're talking about how to follow the lead of our companions with Dementia. If they wish to be involved in something, join them, but follow their lead in the pace of how they do these activities. Matching their pace allows us to show them they are not alone. We get to be the calm presence that…
If you own an insurance company or are an insurance agent, and differ with my assessment of long-term care (LTC) insurance, I welcome a conversation. If you are an adult considering purchasing long-term care insurance, please reconsider. I’ll explain my reasons why in a bit. But most importantly, if you are a caregiver for a loved one who once did…
Check out today's video blog where I highlight how when we step into their lives with a list of things to accomplish, it can feel to them a bit like a tornado. Here's my recommendation on how we can care for them well! https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl4sUIrAsLF/
Here are some tips regarding stairs. Stairs: stairs are our friend (when we make them safe!). Stairs are an important way for people with dementia to move their bodies in ways that help their hips and legs and arms remain stronger and more capable. But, we must make stairs safe.
If you have read my blog posts for a while, you know that I wonder, and I ponder sometimes. I wonder while I spend time with those living with dementia. I ponder about society and how we are doing with caring for our elders. I wonder about our society’s thoughts about life, living, end of life, and end of living.…
The DAWN method of dementia care takes into account that these folks have lived decades of independent lives. Therefore, we need to use caregiving by stealth which allows us to preserve their dignity, self-respect, and sense of control over their lives. Learn more in this video or reach out to Better People Care! https://www.instagram.com/p/CkqgBxPNe15/
How do we speak about dementia with our loved ones who have dementia? The short answer: we don't. Check out this video for more info! Let me know if this was helpful and what other topics you'd love to have me cover! https://www.instagram.com/p/CkbzE3JgKxC/
Hope is the keyword in caregiving, and even through our own feelings, our highest purpose is to bring hope.
