Have you searched for a word and wondered “Why can’t I remember that?!” You’re not alone!
Tune into this Aging GreatFULLy power-hour of enlightYOUment as we welcome one of the world’s leading educators on brain change and advocates for anyone living with dementia, Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, to the show! Teepa is an occupational therapist with more than forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her company, Positive Approach to Care (PAC), was founded in 2007 and is now collaborating to improve dementia care in more than thirty countries worldwide.
Author of the new release book, Understanding the Changing Brain: A Positive Approach to Dementia Care, Teepa helps anyone interested in the topic understand what is happening in the brain and how our response to those changes can create distress or even lead to more successful interactions. This book is a wonderful tool for anyone struggling to understand just what exactly is happening to their loved one with dementia.
In this fun and educational episode, we gain insight into the differences between normal memory challenges verses those that may be pre-cursers to a more serious cognitive issue. Teepa discusses the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, including the many different types of dementia and the warning signs. She shares simple tips to better communicate with your loved ones living with dementia, creative ways to keep them engaged and active, including successful communication strategies, do’s and don’ts and so much more! Most of all, you’ll understand how her curious nature makes her a true delight and makes learning more about this topic FUN!
Teepa’s message, platform and work is steeped in positivity, support and inspiration. She is passionate to encourage everyone to better understand the dynamic of what their loved ones are experiencing so they can have patience and understanding towards lovingly and compassionately supporting their needs and be more successful in the support journey.
To learn more about Teepa Snow’s work, connect with her, purchase her book, also available on Amazon or your favorite booksellers, visit her at www.teepasnow.com.
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