Dementia

On-Demand Modules

Let’s Talk About Dementia

1. Normal vs. Not Normal Aging

2. Brain Atrophy

3. Memory Loss

4. Executive Control Center

5. Vision

6. Language

7. Sensory Changes

GEMS - Understanding Dementia Progression Patterns

1. Introduction to A Positive Approach® to Care (4:32)

2. Why Use GEMS? (4:01)

3. Sapphires (2:50)

4. Diamonds (6:59)

5. Emeralds (5:26)

6. Amber (5:13)

7. Ruby (5:12)

8. Pearl (4:51)

Sensory Processing Changes

1. The Five Sensory Input Systems (3:26)

2. Vision Changes (8:34)

3. Language Changes (7:55)

4. Sensory Motor Changes (6:52)

5. Using Visual Cues (4:53)

6. Verbal Cues (4:45)

7. Touch Cues (3:13)

Understanding Challenging Behaviors

1. Challenging Behaviors

2. Six Pieces of the Puzzle

3. Unmet Needs

4. The Primitive Brain

5. Amygdala in Control

6. How to Communicate

7. Stakeholders

8. Taking Care of You

9. Dementia-Friendly Environments

10. Seeing Through Their Eyes

Approach Matters

1. What is Hand Under Hand? (4:10)

2. Connecting (3:27)

3. Three Zones of Human Awareness (4:07)

4. Confrontational Stance (3:16)

5. Positive Personal Connections (4:27)

6. Positive Action Starters (4:23)

7. Steps 1-9 (7:22)

8. Building Skills (3:58)

Activities

1. The Living Gems

2. How Do We Fill Our Day

3. Productive Activities

4. Leisure Activities

5. Self-Care & Wellness Activities

6. Rest & Restorative Activities

7. Waiting

8. Design Each Day

9. Engagement Tips