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Just a big yes to this! Small scale providers are changing the way care is delivered in Australia. It is such a viable option moving forward. Anyone in RACF should consider adding this to their services as people with dementia should not be locked away and excluded from society. When will we see that 🤔 We are proud of the work Group Homes Australia are doing to change the status quo. Keep it up 🙌🏼 #culturetransformation #dementiacare

ARTICLE: Troubleshooting Dementia Care Situations https://lnkd.in/eTKWckwh #PositiveApproachToCare #PAC #HandUnderHand #HUH #TeepaSnow #PersonCentredCare #Dementia #DementiaCare #CarePartner

New Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines are here!! Very exciting! But where do you start? What do you focus on to get the biggest ROI and outcomes for your residents and staff? Join OT and dementia specialist Kate Lamont (Mangion) on 31 July for our webinar on Enabling Environments - Kate provides you with practical and low cost options, focussing on aged care design areas that will have the biggest impact for your clients and teams. Details of the webinar and to register are in the comments below. Book before 30 June and use our EOFY promo code EOFYENVIRO to save $50 per registration! Webinar cost $165 (excl GST). #agedcaredesign #dementiadesign #occupationaltherapy #dementia #dementiacare #agedcare #agedcareaustralia #enablingenvironments #healthcaredesign

ARTICLE: 6 Things Savvy Dementia Caregivers Do Differently to Encourage Mobility https://lnkd.in/er3nNa9s #PositiveApproachToCare #PAC #HandUnderHand #HUH #TeepaSnow #PersonCentredCare #Dementia #DementiaCare #CarePartner

WHEN SHOULD YOU CONSIDER MOVING AN AFFECTED SENIOR INTO A MEMORY CARE HOME? Watching the cognitive decline of a loved senior can be stressful and demanding in terms of time and attention. Additionally, most people are neither experienced not equipped to deal with a family member affected by dementia. While this post highlights differences once can expect between homecare and a memory care home, the following addresses key indicators to make a choice - 💡 Concerns over safety > If your senior loved one is frequently wandering, getting lost, or putting themselves in dangerous situations (e.g., leaving the stove on, forgetting to lock doors), a memory care home can provide a secure environment designed to prevent such incidents. 💡 Decline in physical health > Memory impairments can lead to neglecting personal hygiene, nutrition, and medication schedules. In such cases, professional and round-the-clock care can ensure their physical health needs are met. 💡 Increased need for care > As dementia progresses, the level of care required often exceeds what family members can provide. Assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating goes up. A memory care home has trained staff to help with these tasks. 💡 Burnout of caregivers > Caring for someone with dementia can be physically and emotionally exhausting. If you or other caregivers are experiencing burnout, stress, or health issues due to caregiving responsibilities, it might be time to seek professional help to ensure both your well-being and that of your loved one. 💡 Shift in behaviours > Severe changes in behaviours such as aggression, agitation, or paranoia can be difficult to manage at home. Memory care homes have staff trained in handling these behaviours and can provide a more stable and therapeutic environment for your senior. 💡 Isolating socially > Seniors with dementia may become gradually withdraw socially due to their condition. Memory care homes offer structured routines for social interaction that can improve their quality of life and mental well-being. 💡 Lack of proper supervision > If your loved one requires constant supervision that you cannot provide due to work or other commitments, a memory care home can ensure they receive the attention and care they need around the clock. 💡 Recommendation from healthcare professional > Consulting with your doctor and discussing options with family members can help make this transition smoother and ensure the best possible care for your loved one. The decision to choose moving into a memory care home is a challenging and deeply personal one. However, if made in appropriately it can potentially enhance the quality of life for seniors with dementia and give their families peace of mind. Share this to help build more awareness around memory care homes 🙏 #ExpertSeniorCareApnoJaisi from Antara Senior Care #AntaraMemoryCareHomes

Five signs of a great care home for dementia 🏘️ Everyone wants to stay at home for as long as possible, but here are five signs of a great care home, just in case. 1️⃣ A great care home has dementia educated and qualified care workers and nurses (also great cooks and managers) 2️⃣ A great care home is designed for maximum light and has a great outdoor space or garden. (Including some chickens or maybe a dog) 3️⃣ A great care home is near where people live, with transport links, so visitors find it easy to call in for tea. (And lots of cake) 4️⃣ A great care home makes it easy for you to have a private quiet space or a busy social space when YOU choose. 5️⃣ A great care home has things that you like to do, if you want, and lets you choose when you want. Find out more about the #dementiatrust and the work we do at 👇 https://dementiatrust.org #dementia #dementiaawareness #care #carehomes #carehomesuk #dementiacare #dementiasupport #toptips #dementiadesign #design

📑 NEW | ANNUAL REPORT: Last year marked a turning point in our mission to improve the care of older adults. With the help of our grantees and partners, we expanded the number of care settings using the 4Ms Framework to more than 3,800, influenced policymakers to introduce the GUIDE Model for dementia care, and supported disseminating tools to discuss palliative care. We're paving the way for inclusive, evidence-based care. Let's keep pushing boundaries for the well-being of older adults everywhere. Explore it here: bit.ly/JAHF_AR2023 #AgeFriendly #PivotalMoments #OlderAdults #HealthyAging #aging #PalliativeCare #dementia #AgeFriendlyHealthSystems

5 Things To Consider When Looking For Dementia Care Communities: https://lttr.ai/AD91V #DementiaCare #AssistedLivingCommunities #SeniorLivingCommunities #DementiaCareIllinois #MemoryCare #DementiaCareCommunity #Dementia

Better People Care is a collective of Dawn Dementia Care Specialists striving to get dementia care right. Not only is our team trained on dementia-friendly strategies using The DAWN Method, but each member was specifically chosen for their unique skills, personalities, and characteristics. #betterpeoplecare #thedawnmethod #dementiacare #dementia #caregiversupport #DignifiedAging #respect #qualityoflife

For individuals living with dementia, safety hazards seem to be everywhere. From a stove burner left turned on to a curled-up edge of a carpet, there is plenty for family caregivers to be concerned about. What can be done to safeguard their environment? Some tips: https://lnkd.in/gAA8PSsM #safety #alzheimers #dementia #familycaregivers