Early Stage
In the early stage, subtle changes in one’s abilities are noticeable to people living with dementia and/or to the people close to them. Everyone in the circle is re-arranging roles and responsibilities, consciously or not.
My Tools 4 Care was developed to help you as a care partner as you care for a person living with dementia in the community.
My Tools 4 Care was developed to help you as a care partner as you care for a person with dementia. It is based on a research study and what other care partners have told us. My Tools 4 Care can be used as you wish, by you and those close to you. These activities will “save as you go” so you can come and go as you please.
My Tools 4 Care is divided into 5 sections:
You may choose to use different sections depending on what you feel you need. There is no need to complete any of the activities if you don’t want to. It is up to you.
We hope that My Tools 4 Care will be of help to you. You may also consider accessing support groups and/or counsellors for further information and support.
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In the early stage, subtle changes in one’s abilities are noticeable to people living with dementia and/or to the people close to them. Everyone in the circle is re-arranging roles and responsibilities, consciously or not.
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