In 2017 the New York Times ran three articles on Alzheimer’s and dementia. The central piece, … [Read more...] about There is a Roadmap for Dementia
Why DAWN Focuses on the Loss of Rational Thought
Dementia came into my life as it does for many of us –when someone we love gets it. For me, it was a … [Read more...] about Why DAWN Focuses on the Loss of Rational Thought
Behaviors Aren’t the Problem – It’s the Emotions That Cause Them
Anyone who has spent time with someone experiencing dementia knows that dealing with … [Read more...] about Behaviors Aren’t the Problem – It’s the Emotions That Cause Them
Anosognosia–When People Don’t Realize They’re Impaired
People who have dementia often refuse care. We misjudge the situation if we assume that they are … [Read more...] about Anosognosia–When People Don’t Realize They’re Impaired
Music — Adding Comfort and Enjoyment to Dementia
Music reaches all of us emotionally. It can bring tears to our eyes, give us goosebumps, grate on … [Read more...] about Music — Adding Comfort and Enjoyment to Dementia
How to Enable Choice, Not Restrict it.
People experiencing dementia are losing the ability to use recall, which, when combined with … [Read more...] about How to Enable Choice, Not Restrict it.