In this episode on the Living with Alzheimer's podcast, Christoph interviews Nicole Brackett, Director of Care Delivery and Quality for Homewatch CareGivers. They discuss the many services Homewatch CareGivers provides to families, especially those caring for a family member with dementia.
Nicole describes the importance of personalized care plans, as well as the culture-shift her organization is embracing by focusing on the person and not their disability. Nicole and Christoph discuss examples of a person-centered approach to care partnerships.
They go on to discuss how families can distinguish between care that can be provided in the individual’s home, and when a care community may be the better fit. And Nicole outlines the Five Rs of Caregiving (Remain calm, Respond to feelings, Reassure, Remove yourself to gain composure, and Return fully when the person you’re caring for has calmed) to help caregivers sustain quality care without burning out.
The episode wraps up with conversation about a free resource for caregivers, called Pathways To Well-Being With Dementia from Dementia Action Alliance, as well as a caregiver certification program that Homewatch CareGivers is developing with Dr. Al Power.
Releasing the Butterfly - Caring for a spouse with Alzheimer's
Tips and Resources for Gen X Caregiving
CareMobi: An app to improve healthcare outcomes for the elderly
Olera Care - Where families and caregivers can find resources to help them care for the elderly and those living with dementia
Meet the author of The Gap Between: Loving and Supporting Someone with Alzheimer’s
What families can do if they notice signs of dementia during the holidays
The Life Story Project - Helping provide dignified care for people living with dementia
Research and insider tips about self-care to help caregivers be more successful
What the heck is sundowning and how can caregivers help when it occurs?
Volunteering opportunities with Alzheimer's Association & sharing memories of Ginger's volunteering history
Alzheimer's Association Helpline resources and Ginger has a birthday!
Social engagement programs for people with dementia and their care partners
Neuropsychology and diagnosing dementia in your loved one
Alzheimer’s Association mission, research and support services
Recharging with yoga
Holding onto memories
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