COVID 19 RESOURCES
We are in a difficult time. It can be especially hard for those who have family members who are living with dementia and staff who are working in care communities. We know that circumstances are changing daily, even hourly, but we wanted to try and help in some way.
Training is our main skill so we are reaching out with some tips and ideas to hopefully help. Please scroll down for all the content. Thank you to Sonya Barsness for her assistance and knowledge.
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For Families & Friends
To the right there is document for Families and Friends of persons living with dementia who are living at home with them - one in English and one in Spanish. Below is a Zoom Meeting with a slideshow sharing tips for how to visit virtually if your Loved One lives in a nursing home or assisted living. The video is 28 min long. Below the video is a tip sheet for visiting virtually in English and Spanish |
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For Care Communities: Nursing Homes and Assisted Living
To the right is a downloadable sheet of Tips for Staff and Team Members in this difficult time. |
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To the left is a video made by the Ontario Retirement Communities Association that I was invited to participate on with three other folks.
It has some Canadian references but some good information. And although my friend Dr. Power refers to me as an engagement specialist, I think I am more of a Dementia Trainer. ; ) |
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An example of how to Go With the Flow
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Here are some helpful responses when your Loved One may be looking for someone who has passed away.
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An example of what may happen when we argue.
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An example of not arguing and going with the flow
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For Persons Living with Dementia
Link below for resources by and for persons living with dementia. Submitted by Kate Swaffer.