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Montessori Dementia Care: Supporting Dignity, Engagement, and Independence
Dr. Maria Montessori originally developed the Montessori approach in the early 1900s. While initially designed for children, her method emphasized independence, purposeful activity, and a carefully prepared environment that fosters confidence and natural curiosity. Central to this philosophy are hands-on, self-directed activities tailored to an individual’s pace and interests. Over time, these same principles have been thoughtfully adapted for dementia care. Today, Montessori
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Scents That Make Sense
Essential oils have become increasingly popular for supporting mood, relaxation, and overall well-being. Today, you can find them almost everywhere—from grocery stores to online shops to discount retailers like Ross or Dollar Tree. But when it comes to essential oils, price alone shouldn’t guide your choice. So how do you know if an oil is worth buying? Essential Oils and Dementia Care Aromatherapy is sometimes used as a supportive approach in dementia care. The Alzheimer’s A
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Jul 22 min read


Creating Comfort at the Dinner Table
Taste, smell, vision, and coordination all play essential roles in how we experience food. As dementia progresses, changes in these senses can significantly impact appetite, food preferences, and the overall dining experience. Today, we understand more than ever that these changes are not just “picky eating,” but are often neurological and sensory shifts that affect how a person perceives food, hunger, and even the act of eating itself. A person living with dementia may: Expe
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Jun 253 min read


Spotlight: The Power of Objectivity In Dementia Caregiving
By: Jennifer L. FitzPatrick, MSW, LCSW-C, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) is a speaker, consultant, author and founder of Jenerations Health Education, Inc. Recently I caught a replay of the 2015 movie Spotlight. The Academy Award-winning film recounts how in the early 2000’s The Boston Globe exposed the Catholic Church child sexual abuse scandal. Like most people who were raised Catholic, I was shocked and heartbroken. Child sexual abuse was going on long before thi
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Jun 183 min read
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