Showing posts with label Care Tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Care Tips. Show all posts

Saturday, February 16, 2013

Just Say, "Tell Me About It"

Teepa SnowVIDEO

Watch Teepa Snow show how people with dementia perceives their world. See how to properly adapt one's own behavior to increase communication and improve patient's quality of life.

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Sunday, January 13, 2013

Fighting My Alzheimer's

VIDEO

After being diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's, Phyllis Blais started going to classes at the Long Island Alzheimer's Foundation. See how the classes, designed to keep her brain sharp, are keeping her spirits up.

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Sunday, January 6, 2013

New Year's Resolution: Be A Stigma Buster

VIDEO & ARTICLE

Learn about The Alzheimer's Society of Canada's campaign to bust the stigma of dementia. Discover six easy ways you can make a difference.

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Sunday, December 30, 2012

New Years & Reminiscence Therapy

When a person with dementia has a problem with short-term memory, "reminiscence therapy" can help by keeping the focus on long-term memory. Learn why it's the perfect fit for the New Years holiday.

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Midnight Munchies All Year Long

Midnight snacks aren't just for New Years Eve celebrations and college students. Read how it solved night wandering at one care home.

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Saturday, December 29, 2012

Stay Safe in Cold Weather!

Older adults with dementia can lose body heat fast. A big chill can turn into a dangerous problem before an older person even knows what's happening. Learn how to stay safe in cold weather.

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Sunday, December 23, 2012

Life in Smoggy Areas Lowers Brainpower

How many years does the pollution in your area add to the "age" of your brain?

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Sunday, December 16, 2012

Visitors on the Holidays

Whether celebrating at home or planning a visit, read these important dementia-care tips. They can help you make the holiday season the best possible.
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Saturday, December 15, 2012

Hypothermia: A Cold Weather Dementia Hazard

Dementia means vulnerability to cold weather. A drop in body temperature, called hypothermia, can be deadly if not treated quickly. Mild hypothermia can happen anywhere, even where a house is too cool. Learn the steps a caregiver should take to prevent it.
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How to See Pain when Dementia Blocks Communication

VIDEO

Watch Teepa Snow demonstrate how to detect pain in a person with dementia and how you can adapt to communicate and help them. Read more »

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Preparing for a Joyful Holiday

This season is a time filled with family and friends, laughter and reminiscing. Learn ways to prevent dementia's stress, frustration, and loneliness & fill the holiday with joy.
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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Quick Care-Tips

(HealthDay News) -- Relatives with a dementia such as Alzheimer's may be frail or have special emotional, mental and physical health needs. Find out how to give that extra attention to help them enjoy the holiday season.
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Sunday, November 25, 2012

How to Interact with a Person with Dementia in Distress

VIDEO

Watch Teepa Snow demonstrate how to reduce stress and resistance during precarious situations.
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