Aug. 13th, 2019 at 2pm EST, 1pm CST, 12pm MST, 11am PST, 7pm London time and Aug. 14th at 6am in Australia
Multi-Sensory Environment and Sensory Stimulation
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Lori La
Bey, talks with Ilse Achterberg has been an activity therapist and specialist
in Multi-Sensory Environments known as MSE or Snoezelen for over 25
years. Ilse is the founder of World Wide Snoezelen. Today we will learn
what a Snoezelen room is and how they can help those with dementia, autism,
ADHD and people with learning and/or multiple physical & mental
disabilities.
“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
This show has been postponed due to an emergency. I will let you know when we are able to reschedule. So sorry for the inconvenience.
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Join Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio where true talk radio thrives covering sound information, not sound bites. Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Beth Propp, RN and AGEucate Training Institute Certified Master Trainer. Today we will have a very important conversation about the importance of touch for those living with dementia and those that care for them.
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“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
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Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio take with Dr. Mali Mann who is an adult/child psychiatrist, psychoanalyst and author. She is on the faculty at Stanford School of Medicine, in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science. Her latest book, Whisper, Forget Me Not, is filled with poetry and paintings portraying the experiences she’s had watching her husband struggle with Alzheimer’s. It’s a beautiful story of how tapping into art helped her find balance, process her journey and leaves a legacy of their relationship while helping others going through the same thing.
“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
5Technological Innovations for Those With Dementia
Dementia can be terrifying and devastating to both caregivers as well as the loved ones affected by this disease. People with this disease can now feel some relief due to technological advancement which is meant to improve the quality of their lives. This technology can enhance autonomy as well as independence, manage possible risks in homes and get rid of stress.
In this article, we are going to look at the 5 technological innovations for those with Dementia.
1. Communication Aids
Interacting with others is necessary for the quality of life in memory care. Individuals with dementia can remember how an event has made them feel, even if they are unable to recall the faces and names. Technology has simplified the interaction process with loved ones. Adapted telephones are now programmed with contacts that are frequently dialed and usually have bigger buttons which simplify their usage. It’s now possible to stay connected with loved ones who are distant apart via the video chat services.
“Changes in the brain caused by dementia begin years before diagnosis. And throughout this timeframe, there are no clear signsthat that person has dementia.” comments Jane Byrne, Project Coordinator at FirstCare.
2. Electrical applianceuse monitoring
This innovation is meant for caregivers who do not stay together with their loved ones. It controls the use of electrical apparatuses through plugging into a power strip or wall outlet as it will notify caregivers when their appliances have been switched on or off. These technologies do not makethe diagnosis of dementia easy. This disease is yet overwhelming. The dementiais now more manageable; this is due to the innovation in new technologies.
3. Reminder messages
Reminders play an important role as the caregiver does as they help to keep the loved ones safe and also retain their relationships. The recording of these messages is done on a device in the residential area and then played out loud at the most suitable time. Caregivers can record a message that when played reminds an individual to take medication at the appropriate time. Some gadgets are designed to play messages based on individuals activity. Some devices are meant to remind individuals with dementia to lock the front doorwhen leaving home. There are other reminder messages designed to help people with dementia on when to close the door when to go to bed and provide reassurance at times when the caregiver is not present.
4. Home care robots
Technological advancement has led to the invention of home care robots which will help reduce the caregiver duty. They are not designed to replace human caregivers, but instead, they are meant to do overall housework and remind individuals who are suffering from dementia on when to take medication or notify medical experts when assistance is required. With further inventions, home care robots may replace caregivers and handle their responsibility fully.
5. In-home cameras
In-home cameras are another technological innovation that is meant to enhance the safety of your loved ones from a distance. By either positioning the camera focusing on medication or in the entrance room can increase your confidence as you are sure your loved one is taking the necessary medication and also active. These cameras can monitor movements and also enable one to communicate with his or her loved one. It will also notify you if no movements have been detected for a particular period.
About the Author –
Holly Clark has been working in the care industry for 5+ years as a project coordinator. She regularly blogs about both the personal and practical challenges of caring and is always actively working on producing informative content. Holly is currently writing for Firstcare.
What Questions Do You Have For Those Living With Dementia?
“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
This Episode of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio is Available On & After: Thursday – Aug 1st, 2019 at 2pm EST, 1pm CST, 12pm MST, 11am PST, 7pm London time and Aug 2nd at 6am in Australia
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Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio host Lori La Bey, talks with Pete and Jan Girard who are certified Laughter Yoga leaders. Today we will learn about the power of laughter, how it changes our body chemistry and the positive impact it has on our lives. Pete and Jan will share their personal stories of how they have been touched by dementia and why they were driven to make a difference in the lives of people living and dealing with dementia. They will share examples of laughter yoga with us.
“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
This Episode of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio is Available On & After: Thursday – July 25th, 2019 at 2pm EST, 1pm CST, 12pm MST, 11am PST, 7pm London time and July 26th at 6am in Australia
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Lori La Bey talks with author Wendy Wells-Chanampa about her book The Unseen Gifts of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia; The Greatest of These is Love. Come and join us for an interesting look at how we care and how we can find joy and love in the process. Learn ways to reframe and reduce the stress you carry when caring for a person with a form of dementia.
“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
This Episode of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio is Available On & After: Tuesday – July 23rd, 2019 at 2pm EST, 1pm CST, 12pm MST, 11am PST, 7pm London time and July 24th at 6am in Australia
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Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio talks with author Liz O’Donnell about her new book, “Working Daughter: A Guide to Caring for Your Aging Parents While Earning A Living.” Come and join the conversation as Liz shares some of her own story about caring for both parents while working. We will find out some of the lessons she learned which can help the rest of us avoid the pitfalls that can exhaust us. Liz will also tells us about the positive side of caring for another.
Call into the live show a (323) 870-4602 and ask your questions or make a comment.
“Feedback from the conference planning committee and our leadership team was extremely positive. Many attendees commented that she was one of the best speakers they had heard.”
Pat Sylvia, Director of Education & Member Development LeadingAge WA
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