Communicating Effectively with Persons Living with Dementia
Supporting some with cognitive decline requires shifting our speech to communicate effectively. The brain’s ability to process and...
When the Quiet Begins: When Caregiving Ends
“Quiet is where the heart catches up with the soul, where strength is restored, and where you remember who you are beneath the rush...
Living Well with Memory Loss! FUMC’s Memory Café
Studies continue to show socialization, physical activity, cognitive stimulation, self-expression through art or music, and nurturing a...
Hoarding, Hiding, or Helping? When objects go missing
Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, not only effects memory, but because of the changes in the brain, the person can also...
Nurturing the Spiritual Needs of Persons Living with Memory Loss
Spiritual is key to our overall well-being. This is especially true for persons living with memory loss and their families. Creating and...
Are You a Constant Corrector? Letting Go of Being Right with People Living with Dementia
Imagine being told several times every day that you are incorrect about a statement, perception, date, place, or a simple memory. Imagine...
Navigating Family Dynamics when Dementia Knocks on Your Door
The collection of pivotal moments that have greatly influenced our lives, such as a new job offer, the birth of a baby, meeting someone...
Engaging Persons Living with Dementia with Activity Boxes
As our population ages, cognitive decline related to dementia is one of the most important issues we face today. As symptoms progress,...
Creating Meaningful Conversations with Someone with Dementia
Communication is simply the act of sharing information with one another. It might be an expression of a need, or a more complex...