Dementia caregiving

Not for women only
The reality of caring for someone with dementia – stressful but rewarding too

"Of course, no one would deny that dementia care is stressful, but it’s clear that many carers have successfully adapted to their role. They draw on their own individual characteristics and resources within their immediate and wider social environment to build their capacity for resilience ... By promoting resilience and [...]

2022-02-15T15:18:33-06:00July 26th, 2021|Categories: Mindful Presence|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Creating Community
Could Different Cultures Teach Us Something About Dementia?

Picture two different families, each dealing with a diagnosis of dementia in one of its members. In one case, the patient is a retired executive, whose family tries as long as possible to keep the diagnosis secret, relying primarily on professional caregivers and eventually a nursing home. In another case, [...]

2020-06-26T16:25:36-05:00June 26th, 2020|Categories: Creating Community|Tags: , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on Creating Community
Could Different Cultures Teach Us Something About Dementia?

Mindful Presence
Pause Reflect Act

“It may be an important time in human history to voice your truth. A time to dismantle the illusion that only experts get to speak. So do your research, find your voice, and share it without needing anyone to agree with you or even support you. Recognize that it may [...]

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