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Sienna Senior Living — Brain Health & Dementia Webinar Series - Session #2 (February 2022)
26 slides from Sienna Senior Living's conference presentation, Feb 9, 2022
Slide 1: Living with Dementia
Living with Dementia Brain Health & Dementia Webinar Series - Session #2 February 9, 2022 Andrea Ubell MSW RSW Director, Programs & Client Services Luanne Campeau Sienna Senior Living
Slide 2: What is Dementia?
What is Dementia? Dementia is a set of symptoms, which includes loss of memory, understanding, and judgment. Dementia is not a disease, but a set of symptoms, that accompany a disease. Dementia is not a normal part of aging, but risk increases with age.
Slide 3: Think of Dementia as an Umbrella
Think of Dementia as an Umbrella Related Conditions • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI/CTE) • Down Syndrome Alzheimer’s • Mild Cognitive Impairment Disease Rare Dementias Fronto-Temporal • Corticobasal Syndrome Dementias • Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Niemann Pick Disease (type C) • N
Slide 4: Progression of Dementia
Progression of Dementia Middle
Slide 5: Early Stage
Early Stage Forgetfulness, decreased short term memory Difficulty learning new things Needing assistance with IADLs Communication difficulties Withdrawn/apathy Unpredictable behaviour Depressed and anxious
Slide 6: Middle Stage
Middle Stage Continued forgetfulness Loss of personal memory/history Disorientation to time and place Assistance needed in ADL Dependent IADL Pacing or wandering Repetitive Disruptive behaviour, disinhibited behaviour Suspicions, delusions, confusion, anger, sadness
Slide 7: Late Stage
Late Stage Dependent in ADL Total Care Memory difficulties increase Speech problems May be bedridden Trouble eating and swallowing
Slide 8: What Is Happening in the Brain?
What Is Happening in the Brain?
Slide 9: Changes in the Brain
Changes in the Brain Behaviours/symptoms are rooted in changes in brain 9
Slide 10: Dementia is a shift in the way a person experiences the world
Dementia is….. …“a shift in the way a person experiences the world around them.” Dr. Allen Power You cannot expect a person with dementia to change You can influence another person’s behaviour You can control your own behaviour
Slide 11: Living with Dementia is Letting Go
Living with Dementia is….. LETTING GO: HOW IT “used to be”… HOW IT “should be”… HOW YOU “should be”… “Positive Approach” www.TeepaSnow.com
Slide 12: Visiting Tips - The Basics
Visiting Tips - THE BASICS Visits can be challenging Often a struggle to make a connection What works one day may not the next Observe (body language, tone of voice) Listen even if there are no words Flexibility is the key Familiarize yourself with schedule/routine
Slide 13: Saying Hello....entering....
Saying HELLO….entering…. • Introduce yourself • Third person may help • Leave your expectations at the door • Environment (quiet room)
Slide 14: Ideas for Visiting in LTC
Ideas for Visiting in LTC • Personal care – the extras • Look at newspapers/magazines together • Help with phone calls/birthday cards/gifts • Facebook/Video Calls/Emails • Plant an herb garden in window sill pots • Exercise together • Create a sensory box (theme) • Go for a walk or drive • Favourite
Slide 15: Visitor/Guest Book – A Communication Tool
Visitor/Guest Book – A Communication Tool • Date of visit • Visitor’s name • How you spent your time together • When you will come again (try to be as specific as you can) • Check first to see if okay with current protocols 15
Slide 16: Saying Good-bye.....leaving.....
Saying GOOD-BYE…..leaving….. • Don’t say “goodbye”, don’t make a production of your leaving • Give a reason • Plan departure to coincide with an event • Have an exit plan (Resident Family Coordinator/other staff)
Slide 17: Alzheimer Society Canada Resources
Alzheimer Society Canada Resources 17
Slide 18: Alzheimer Society Canada Resources
Alzheimer Society Canada Resources https://alzheimer.ca/en/help-support/i-have-friend-or-family- member-who-lives-dementia/making-meaningful-visits 18
Slide 19: Impact of Dementia Caregiving
Impact of Dementia Caregiving Dementia impacts more than the person diagnosed Constant demands lead to physical/emotional fatigue Normal routines are disrupted Behaviours of persons diagnosed can be frustrating/stressful Number/kind of problems for family caregiver can be overwhelming
Slide 20: Impact of Dementia Caregiving
Impact of Dementia Caregiving Sleep deprivation • Fear Poor eating habits • Depression Failure to exercise • Frustration/despair/helplessness • Isolation/loneliness Failure to stay in bed when ill • Resentment/anger Postpone own medical • Embarrassment appointments • Guilt Increase risk
Slide 21: The Unspoken Partner on the Dementia Journey
The Unspoken Partner on the Dementia Journey • Grief – the unspoken dance partner • Loss is a definite aspect of the dementia journey • Special kind of loss • Loss without closure, loss that is unclear • Loss when the person is physically there but not mentally and emotionally present as they used t
Slide 22: Alzheimer Society Canada Resources
Alzheimer Society Canada Resources Updated 2019, Alzheimer Canada “The word “ambiguous” helped me understand what was going on. I’m still married to my wife, I love her, but I don’t live with her. I’ve always been crazy about her and still am. She’s looked after, but it is a huge loss for me. The am
Slide 23: What Can YOU Do?
What Can YOU Do ? • Learn about the disease • Be realistic about the disease • Can not stop the impact of a progressive illness but you can equip yourself with coping skills • Recognize when you are in trouble • Don’t do this alone reach out and get help (support groups/Resident Family Coordinator/S
Slide 24: GOD,
GOD, GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CANNOT CHANGE, “ THE COURAGE 10 CHANGE THE THINGS T CAN, AND THE WISDOM 0 KNOW THE* _ DIFFERENCE. ~ - — =
Slide 25: Resilience
Resilience • Pacing – dementia care is a marathon not a sprint • Peer Support – support groups, others experiencing what you are experiencing is important • Mindfulness, prayer, a time for quiet • Breathe • Get outside in nature • Activities that replenish you along the journey • Nourishing activiti
Slide 26: Thank You for Your Time
Thank You for Your Time For more information, or if you have questions about Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, please contact us. Andrea Ubell, MSW RSW Director, Programs & Client Services 1-888-414-5550
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