An overview of the Medicare GUIDE Model, a nationwide initiative designed to improve dementia care, support caregivers, and enhance quality of life for families navigating cognitive decline.
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Home Care Activities for People with Dementia
It’s not about the end result, it’s about the process! by Brian and Heather Rahrig, Owners of CarePoint Cognitive health… Read more »
Resources for Memory Care Caregivers
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Respite Care Charleston provides essential support through caregiver groups and half-day memory care programs, offering relief to families while ensuring a safe and engaging environment for those with dementia. By providing compassionate care and a community of understanding, these programs help caregivers find the balance they need.
Planning for Caregiver Emergencies
Caregivers often overlook their own emergency planning. Learn how to prepare for unexpected situations to ensure the well-being of both you and your loved one.
Being Dementia Friendly: The Power In the Words We Use
Words matter, especially when supporting individuals with dementia. C. Angela Burrow, Consultant at the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, emphasizes the power of language in fostering inclusive, respectful communities. By avoiding terms like “sufferer” or “victim” and focusing on abilities rather than deficits, we can empower those living with dementia.
Home Care for People with Dementia – It’s Not About What They Can’t Do, But the Process!
By Heather Rahrig, RN, BSN, CMC, Director & Co-Owner Carepoint, Inc. Cognitive health is focused on a person’s ability to… Read more »
I Promised I Would Never Do This
By Chris Cole “I promised I would never do this” is something we hear in our memory care communities time… Read more »
The Gift of Faith in the Face of Memory Loss
By Rev. Joseph Gaston, Chaplain with Donna Williams and Anna Hatcher – The Foothills Retirement Community, Easley, SC “The Lord… Read more »
Being Dementia Friendly: Striving to Live Well with Dementia
By C. Angela Burrow British actors Timothy and Prunella are celebrating 60 years of marriage, including about 20 years, living… Read more »
Being Dementia Friendly: It Takes A Village
Being Dementia Friendly: It Takes A Village Angela Burrow, CDP CADDCT CMDCP Aging in Place is now a mainstream strategy when… Read more »
