A person with Alzheimer’s/Dementia remembers how to pray, how to stand when they hold communion and, even though they can’t always remember the words of the songs, they remember the melodies. Music remains a part of their being and spontaneous music, song and dance provides them with great joy. One of our first residents plays
Making the decision to move a loved one to a frail care facility may be very difficult, but it is not always possible to continue providing the level of care needed at home. The questions below may helpful when determining if a move to a frail care centre is the better option: Is the person
Extract from “My Name is not Dementia” (Research conducted in the UK in 2009) Published by Alzheimer’s Society UK on 15 September 2015 The Centre for Ageing Research and Development in Ireland (CARDI) became the Ageing Research and Development Division within the Institute of Public Health in Ireland (IPH). Persons with Alzheimers/Dementia were interviewed personally,
At Midway Care Centre we consciously aim to assist our residents to experience quality of life. Accordingly, all our staff (even the domestic employees), are trained to observe our residents constantly and meet their specific needs. In our opinion medication does not keep these angels happy, lots of love and attention and a warm and
(Article from: https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/caregiver-health/relationship-changes) As the disease progresses, your relationship with your spouse or partner who has Alzheimer’s will change; however, your connection can still be rich and fulfilling. Spend time together in ways that bring you closer and help you relate. Changing roles You may find yourself taking on a new role in your relationship
(Article from: https://www.alzheimers.net/husbands-role-reverses-while-caring-for-wife-with-alzheimers/) Male Caregivers Take on a Non-Traditional Role A greater number of women (69%) take on a caregiving role for a spouse with Alzheimer’s, but 33% of caregivers providing 21-60 hours of care per week are men, according to a 2017 report from the Alzheimer’s Association. Family members sometimes dismiss a dad or
Realise your challenge: There will be good days and bad days Be Patient: Tolerate compassionately any delays or provocation Offer Reassurance: Listen attentively and show Empathy Minimize Noise: Noise can disturb and confuse Avoid Arguing: Do not contradict Use Non-verbal cues: Gestures, Touch and Facial Expressions Be Precise: Avoid pronouns such as “they, he or
Our residents show immense gratitude to those who assist them to find their room or bed, for instance. It is soulfully rewarding to be able to support those with these types of vulnerabilities in simple ways.
We find that every resident is excited with anticipation when a visitor enters the room. Everyone is eager to be greeted, to receive a handshake and to hear someone say “how are you today”.
We find that our residents are eager to take part in activities that do not cause stress for them. They love flowers, blossoms, bees, bird watching and get very excited about the beauty of nature in general. Despite suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia, we find that our residents are much more perceptive than what one