VIEW ARTICLE April 9, 2025 2:03 pm Feeding the Roots: The Role of Gentle Conversations Conversations are like nutrients to the roots of dementia care. April is a great time to reflect on how we speak and what we say. The questions we ask can either build connection or unintentionally cause confusion or shame. This month, try to avoid memory-based questions and instead offer sensory or visual cues. Create connection […]
VIEW ARTICLE April 2, 2025 1:54 pm April Showers of Knowledge: Watering the Seeds of Dementia Care In dementia care, April is the month we water the seeds—learning, unlearning, and growing in understanding. Like a garden needs consistent rain, great care needs consistent reflection and education. Every insight we gain—whether from a loved one’s changing behavior or a new piece of research—is a drop of water feeding our ability to offer person-centered, […]
VIEW ARTICLE March 24, 2025 5:54 pm Hearing & Dementia Hearing is an essential link to the world around us. For someone with dementia, untreated hearing loss can intensify confusion, frustration, and social withdrawal. When sounds are unclear or conversations are missed, it becomes harder to stay involved, leading to potential isolation. Encouraging regular hearing tests and making sure hearing aids are in good working […]
VIEW ARTICLE April 9, 2025 2:03 pm Feeding the Roots: The Role of Gentle Conversations Conversations are like nutrients to the roots of dementia care. April is a great time to reflect on how we speak and what we say. The questions we ask can either build connection or unintentionally cause confusion or shame. This month, try to avoid memory-based questions and instead offer sensory or visual cues. Create connection […]
VIEW ARTICLE April 2, 2025 1:54 pm April Showers of Knowledge: Watering the Seeds of Dementia Care In dementia care, April is the month we water the seeds—learning, unlearning, and growing in understanding. Like a garden needs consistent rain, great care needs consistent reflection and education. Every insight we gain—whether from a loved one’s changing behavior or a new piece of research—is a drop of water feeding our ability to offer person-centered, […]
VIEW ARTICLE March 24, 2025 5:54 pm Hearing & Dementia Hearing is an essential link to the world around us. For someone with dementia, untreated hearing loss can intensify confusion, frustration, and social withdrawal. When sounds are unclear or conversations are missed, it becomes harder to stay involved, leading to potential isolation. Encouraging regular hearing tests and making sure hearing aids are in good working […]
VIEW ARTICLE March 17, 2025 2:31 pm Space & Dementia Exploration and discovery can play a significant role in helping someone with dementia feel engaged and purposeful. When environments are limited to tight hallways or confined spaces, residents may experience boredom, agitation, or anxiety. By providing areas like a Town Center, where people can walk, socialize, and safely explore different stations, we encourage healthy mental […]
VIEW ARTICLE March 10, 2025 5:29 pm Familiar & Simple Environments Think about how comforting it is to walk into a space that just “makes sense.” For a person with dementia, familiar sights and arrangements help lower anxiety and promote a sense of security. This is why carefully chosen furniture, predictable layouts, and clear signage can make daily life more manageable. The fewer distractions or complex […]
VIEW ARTICLE March 4, 2025 9:11 pm Vision & Dementia Clear vision can significantly reduce confusion and restlessness for someone with dementia. When a person’s surroundings appear blurry or distorted, it can heighten anxiety and contribute to disorientation. Regular eye exams and well-fitting glasses are practical ways to help individuals feel more secure and aware of what’s around them. In addition to ensuring the correct […]
VIEW ARTICLE February 28, 2025 4:15 pm Small Adjustments, Meaningful Moments This February, consider the small adjustments that can make a big impact: Dementia can make the world feel unpredictable and unfamiliar, but with thoughtful, compassionate choices, we can create moments of comfort, connection, and joy. After all, love isn’t measured by what someone remembers—it’s felt in the warmth of the present moment. So, what small […]
VIEW ARTICLE February 25, 2025 9:14 pm A Simple Change for Less Confusion As the evening winds down, they glance at the clock. “What time is it?” they ask. You notice them staring at the hands on the analog clock, a look of uncertainty crossing their face. The numbers, the shifting hands—it all seems to be causing frustration. Realizing this, you make a change. You replace the clock with a […]
VIEW ARTICLE February 19, 2025 9:51 pm A Song from the Past Later that evening, you put on some music while preparing tea. Instead of choosing something random, you select a song from their younger years—perhaps from when they were 18 to 25. A familiar melody fills the room, and you glance over to see their expression change. Maybe their fingers tap against the armrest, or they […]
VIEW ARTICLE February 17, 2025 5:20 pm The Magic of Fresh Air On a particularly sunny afternoon, you suggest stepping outside. You help them into their coat, feeling a bit uncertain—will they enjoy it, or will they want to return inside right away? As you step onto the porch, they take a deep breath. The crisp air, the gentle warmth of the sun, and the sound of […]
