What is the DAWN Method of dementia care?
(This article was first posted in the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners’ newsletter, November 2020 edition.) My background and how the DAWN Method of dementia … Read more
Animated Movie: Good News About Alzheimer’s & Dementia
There are ways to live with dementia happily. The love of music, the appreciation of beauty, the warmth and love of others. Take a minute … Read more
Sundowners Syndrome and Dementia
One of the most commonly asked questions by families and the caregivers of people who are experiencing dementia is how to deal with sundowners syndrome. … Read more
Essential Kitchen Safety Tips for Care Partners of People Living with Dementia
The kitchen is arguably the most dangerous room in the home for anyone. Bathrooms can have slippery floors that cause falls, but kitchens include sharp … Read more
Become Their Memory – Tell Them Their Stories
Be the memory keeper and you won’t lose your loved one twice Two of the most common questions I hear from families and people who … Read more
Dementia and Mood Swings
We are affecting the moods of those experiencing dementia When we are with people who are experiencing dementia (or Alzheimer’s), we may not realize it, … Read more
Mindfulness and Dementia–Living in the Intuitive World
Understanding why and how mindfulness is helpful with dementia requires thinking about the meaning of a few words first. It’s worth doing. When I began … Read more
How Should I Respond When They Don’t Make Sense?
What to do when a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s doesn’t make sense Family members often ask me this question. Trying to talk with someone … Read more