Tips for Staying Socially Active
Accept invitations and extend a few of your own. Make the most of your daily opportunities to socialize – chat with your taxi driver or store clerk; make conversation in … Continued
Topic: Communication
Questions for Reflection
Click on the icon below to download and print a brief self-reflection activity sheet. The purpose of this tool is to help you think about what you have learned and … Continued
Adapting the Physical Environment
Home is an important place for everyone. For people with dementia, a familiar environment can help them connect with the past and maintain a sense of who they are. However, … Continued
Verbal vs Nonverbal Communication
Communication is both verbal and nonverbal. Both means of communication are important, but nonverbal communication becomes an even more valuable tool when dealing with memory issues, especially in the late … Continued
Ways to Support and Activity Ideas
Recreation therapist Christie Oswald shares ideas about supporting a family member or friend living in a care home. These ideas can help ensure the best quality of life for the … Continued
Maintaining the Connection
This session includes the following parts: Part 1: Ways to Support and Activity Ideas Part 2: Connecting Through the Senses Part 3: Verbal vs Non-verbal Communication Part 4: Adapting the … Continued
Questions for Reflection
Click on the image below to download and print a brief self-reflection activity sheet. The purpose of this tool is to help you think about what you have learned and … Continued
Adjusting to the Move
It will take time for both of you to adjust to your new situation. Keep in mind that there is no correct number of times to visit the person during … Continued
Working with Care Providers
This session includes the following parts: Part 1: Making the Decision to Move Part 2: Accessing a Care Home Part 3: Adjusting to the Move Part 4: Communicating with Care … Continued
Questions for Reflection
See below for questions others have had at this stage. Click on the link(s) under each question for answers. How do I access home care and what supports do they … Continued