Dementia Care Resources for Families
When you suspect that your loved one is experiencing dementia, it can be overwhelming. Though you may grieve the loss of how things were before, not all is lost. They are still the same person deep down, and if you learn to capitalize on the skills they do not lose, you can still experience many happy times together.
Dementia Care Resources for Families
When you suspect that your loved one is experiencing dementia, it can be overwhelming. Though you may grieve the loss of how things were before, not all is lost. They are still the same person deep down, and if you learn to capitalize on the skills they do not lose, you can still experience many happy times together.
Why person-centered dementia care works
Why person-centered dementia care works
In this sample video from the DAWN HomeCare Dementia Training for Families course, Judy Cornish describes the two very different approaches we can take when we are living and working with people who are experiencing dementia, and why the habilitative (or person-centered) approach can change the care relationship from one of conflict and misunderstanding, into one of companionship and less distress for both parties.
Where to begin?
Where to begin?
- Free 3 Part Video Series–“Preparing for Dementia” (45 minutes)
Sign up for Free Video Series - Read about the stages of dementia so that you are able to recognize its progression and can then be ready to provide appropriate and increased support as needed.
Written Resources
Written Resources
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BOOK (the “why”) – The Dementia Handbook: How to Provide Dementia Care at Home – This little book covers the philosophy of the DAWN Method and explains why it works. Many people find that just reading this short book has helped them to make the mind shift necessary to provide person-centered, strength-based care. - BOOK (the “how”) – Dementia with Dignity: Living Well with Alzheimer’s or Dementia Using the DAWN Method –This book is longer and goes into more detail on how to provide care. It covers all the tools of the DAWN Method in depth with many real life examples taken from Judy’s experiences working with her clients. In Dementia with Dignity, Judy also explains how the DAWN Method came to be and gives ideas for further study.
- BLOG articles (tips and thoughts on dementia care) – Explore our blog topics for helpful tips and stories on how to approach issues that arise with dementia care.
Most popular blogs:
- Dementia and the telephone
- Dementia and the calendar
- Behaviors aren’t the problem, it’s the emotions that cause them
- Shaping the mood in dementia
- There is a roadmap for dementia
- Be demented happily–live in the intuitive world
- How to enable choice, not restrict it
- Let’s talk about ABILITIES and dementia
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BOOK (the “why”) – The Dementia Handbook: How to Provide Dementia Care at Home – This little book covers the philosophy of the DAWN Method and explains why it works. Many people find that just reading this short book has helped them to make the mind shift necessary to provide person-centered, strength-based care. - BOOK (the “how”) – Dementia with Dignity: Living Well with Alzheimer’s or Dementia Using the DAWN Method –This book is longer and goes into more detail on how to provide care. It covers all the tools of the DAWN Method in depth with many real life examples taken from Judy’s experiences working with her clients. In Dementia with Dignity, Judy also explains how the DAWN Method came to be and gives ideas for further study.
- BLOG articles (tips and thoughts on dementia care) – Explore our blog topics for helpful tips and stories on how to approach issues that arise with dementia care.
Most popular blogs:
- Dementia and the telephone
- Dementia and the calendar
- Behaviors aren’t the problem, it’s the emotions that cause them
- Shaping the mood in dementia
- There is a roadmap for dementia
- Be demented happily–live in the intuitive world
- How to enable choice, not restrict it
- Let’s talk about ABILITIES and dementia
Videos / Online Classes
Videos / Online Classes
Online Dementia Care Course for Families
- Free trial subscription: DAWN HomeCare Dementia Training for Families and their Caregivers course (includes 6 video topics for 2 weeks)
- Premium subscription: DAWN HomeCare Dementia Training for Families and their Caregivers course (includes 36 videos; team subscriptions for groups of 6 people)
- How is DAWN dementia training different?
Our YouTube Channel
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel – free video webinars and interviews (more videos coming–click the bell in YouTube to be notified)
Private Online One-on-One Classes / Consultation
Private Online One-on-One Classes / Consultation
- 8-Week Private Training for Families – Sign up for private online dementia care classes/consultation with Judy or one of her DAWN trainers and learn the DAWN Method over a period of 8 weeks (group session conducted over video chat; session recordings included)
- Schedule a Dementia Care Consultation with Judy Cornish – Book an online meeting with Judy for advice on a specific situation
Find Support
Providing care for a loved one with dementia can be exhausting as well as isolating. If at all possible, don’t do it alone.
Research what help is available in your area. Seek out a local support group if one exists. Ask friends and family for help and contact organizations in your area. You might explore the following resources: