Preparing for Dementia: Part 1
In this video Judy Cornish describes how the DAWN Method came to be and what it is. She explains what dementia is and how it is different from normal aging. Judy then covers how to begin to prepare for dementia through changing our expectations, focusing on the skills not lost, and acknowledging our grief over the inevitable losses we will face.
The good news is all is not lost to dementia, including the appreciation of beauty and kind companionship in the present moment.
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Preparing for Dementia: Part 2
In part 2, Judy explains how to get off on the right foot with your approach to dementia care including caregiver self-care, managing moods, and understanding what emotional needs need to be met for someone to be at peace while experiencing dementia. She also describes how dementia changes our loved one’s perceptions of reality and how correcting those perceptions can be unkind and counterproductive.
Preparing for Dementia: Part 3
In this video Judy gives an overview of how to recognize the different stages of dementia and how to increase care as the person’s condition progresses.
Want to learn more?
If you enjoyed this video series and would like to learn more about the DAWN Method, please visit one of the following:
- Guide to caring for someone with dementia at home for families and individuals
- DAWN dementia courses
- Dementia training for professionals
- Books by Judy Cornish: The Dementia Handbook; Dementia With Dignity
