Dementia Care Secrets Podcast
Podcast: Diane Carbo explores Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), often confused with other forms of dementia. It's the second most common type after Alzheimer's, as seen in Robin Williams. LBD is marked by Lewy bodies in brain cells, leading to misdiagnosis.
Technology
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Grief Discovery
Embark on a journey of healing in the Grief Recovery Room, a supportive space designed for those coping with loss. Engage in meaningful activities, share memories, and connect with others to honor your loved one. Find comfort, understanding, and a path to healing in a community that cares.
Healthy Aging
Beginner guitar lessons can offer seniors a fun and engaging way to boost cognitive and physical health.
Activities
Creative activities like art lesson plans can help offset the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, a degenerative condition with no known cure. Art can trigger visual awareness, color definition, and hand-eye coordination, and can also provide a social outlet for seniors.
Behavior Modification
Explore proactive approaches and effective techniques for understanding and managing wandering dementia. Discover preventive measures and practical strategies to enhance safety and well-being.
Mental Health
Understanding the seven stages of grief can help you navigate the emotional journey of loss. Learn about shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing, and acceptance, and how each stage plays a role in the healing process. Gain insights to support yourself or others through grief.
Technology
Discover how care robots are transforming elderly care, offering both physical and emotional support in modern facilities. These robots assist with health monitoring, daily activities, and provide companionship, enhancing the quality of life for older adults.
Alternative Approaches to Care
Discover essential strategies for managing chemo-induced hair loss in aging seniors. Learn about gentle hair care, scalp cooling, and coping methods during and after cancer treatment. Gain insights on nurturing hair regrowth post-chemo for a comfortable, dignified journey through cancer recovery.
Faith In Caregiving
Explore God's eternal reign and care in this post. It reflects on God's majesty and power (Psalm 145), His concern for us (1 Peter 5:7), and encourages prayer and faithfulness amidst life's storms, affirming God's unending control."
Healthy Aging
Elderberries, rich in antioxidants and vitamins, are a heart health ally. They help reduce oxidative stress, manage blood pressure, and support cardiovascular function. Embrace elderberries for a healthier heart and overall well-being.
Planning Ahead
Explore the evolving U.S. healthcare landscape, focusing on increased patient cost-sharing and the challenges of a direct care worker shortage. Understand the impact on retirees' financial planning due to rising treatment costs and the demographic shift affecting caregiver availability.