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Caregivers for those living with dementia are an especially dedicated group. Particularly if the one for whom they are caring is a relative, such as a spouse. Sometimes, though, that dedication can lead to exhaustion. In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, Miles for Memories founder Sherii Sherban talks about what respite really means – and …
Imagine the scenario: Family and friends gather for traditional holiday celebrations. Except, this year, you join relatives you haven’t seen in months – and a loved one in attendance seems different. Could they be displaying symptoms of dementia? Miles for Memories founder Sherii Sherban comes back to Community Matters, saying such a situation isn’t uncommon. Holiday …
Miles for Memories volunteer Connie Skidmore returns in this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions to offer first-hand advice as folks prepare for holiday gatherings that will include a loved one with dementia. Connie discusses approaches which can help adapt festivities to better suit those with dementia who may be attending. As well, she talks about preparing loved …
Back in episode 13 of Creating Dementia Solutions, Michigan State University researcher Dr. Graham Atkin helped us learn that dementia may not be what might be going on with a loved one. In this episode, Miles for Memories lead volunteer Sherii Sherban elaborates, sharing an easy way to consider other potential ailments or conditions a loved one might be …
Some folks living with dementia experience a reduced effectiveness in their senses, such as vision and hearing loss. Others may even experience a lack of full sensation of touch, as well. In this episode, Karen Courtney discusses a virtual reality experience called Dementia Live, which gives the average person a chance to understand what that …
Miles for Memories volunteer Anne Clark returns to Creating Dementia Solutions to talk about how the MFM motto “movement” is also important for those with Parkinson’s Disease – just as it is for those with dementia. Episode ResourcesRock Steady Boxing Battle CreekWhat is LSVT Big and Loud Therapy? (Courtesy Bronson Hospital)Miles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories events, including Community …
Miles for Memories bracelets, nuggets and watches are tremendous technology designed to “Safe Return” folks with dementia. On this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, we now learn from Miles for Memories volunteer Anne Clark that technology can be helpful to those with Parkinson’s Disease and others, as well. Episode ResourcesMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories events, including …
Michigan State University researcher Dr. Graham Atkin returns to Creating Dementia Solutions – this time to discuss progress being made on drugs meant to treat Alzheimer’s Disease. As we learn in this discussion, research so far has provided some perspective – but more is needed. Episode ResourcesMiles for Memories websiteMiles for Memories events, including Community StrollMiles for Memories technologySherii Sherban …
