Today, let’s explore a fascinating new study that promises to enhance our daily lives as we navigate the journey of dementia care. The research titled “A new psychosocial goal-setting and manualised support intervention for independence in dementia (NIDUS-Family)” offers us an approach that could make a difference in achieving personalized goals and promoting independence. The…
As we navigate the complex journey of caring for a loved one with dementia, we often find ourselves longing for understanding, empathy, and resources tailored to our unique needs. Today, let’s delve into some fascinating new research that sheds light on these essential aspects, aiming to empower us as caregivers. Research Summary In a groundbreaking…
As we walk together on this challenging path of caregiving, it’s essential to take a moment to reflect, learn, and grow. Today, let’s explore a recent study that sheds light on the experiences of primary caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, and more importantly, offers insights to help us navigate our daily lives with a…
Continuing my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m highlighting more lesser-known types of dementia that families and caregivers may not be aware of. In Part 1, I talked about Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome. Still, there are even…
Continuing my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m exploring the importance of building caregiver self-efficacy. Being a care partner for someone living with dementia is a complex, emotionally demanding role. While knowledge is important, confidence in one’s ability to manage…
Continuing my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m highlighting lesser-known types of dementia that families and caregivers may not be aware of. While many are familiar with Alzheimer’s disease or Lewy Body dementia, there are other causes of dementia that…
Continuing my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m breaking down the subtle but important differences between the top five forms of dementia. For many care partners, the word “dementia” is used broadly. But understanding the specific diagnosis, whether Alzheimer’s disease,…
This week, in my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m highlighting the importance of obtaining a diagnosis. For families facing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), obtaining a diagnosis can be an emotional and often overwhelming experience. However, research consistently…
This week, in my series on insights from my doctoral research, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m highlighting the transition from loved one to care partner. For many, the role of a care partner begins long before they realize it. It starts subtly, a reminder here, an…
This week, in my series on insights from my doctoral dissertation, which focused on personalizing learning for care partners of people living with dementia, I’m highlighting additional educational resources I discovered on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. During my literature review, I developed a deep appreciation for the work of Ken Hepburn and his colleagues…