Links and connections to things we’re learning, providers we’re finding, etc, as my sister & I become our parents’ caregivers. For now, I’m just going to put things up that I have found (or am finding) useful or inspiring (or both!). As the list gets longer, if categorization is possible, I’ll add that, but for now, forgive me if the types of resources seem to bounce around. . .
https://dailycaring.com/12-dementia-care-tips-caregivers-wish-theyd-known-sooner/
https://dailycaring.com/3-ways-to-deal-with-family-in-denial-about-seniors-needing-help/
https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-dementia
https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/care-options/choosing-care-providers
https://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20110415/embarrassed-by-your-singing-its-a-clue-to-brain-health
https://medium.com/s/story/what-you-dont-know-about-sepsis-could-kill-you-896afc3a34c4
An absolutely wonderful program of chair exercises to try with your loved one: https://britishgymnasticsfoundation.org/wp-content/bgfdoc/index.php
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Hi Marcia. This video by Dementia Friends is helpful too.
https://youtu.be/kkvyGrOEIfA
This is brilliant, and beautiful. Thank you Ellen – so much! I’ll add this to my list, and I will likely blog about this concept in a broader post coming up!