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Why do people living with memory loss repeat things?
Oftentimes, people living with memory loss repeat things like questions or stories over and over. Learn why this happens and what you can do about it.
How to Practice Using Communication Strategies
In the final part of our communication series, we'll look at how to implement and practice using the communication strategies discussed up to this point: intention, awareness, verbal communication, nonverbal communication, and active listening.
Planning Meaningful Activities for People Living with Memory Loss
One of the most challenging aspects of caregiving is to develop daily routines and activities that are interesting, meaningful, achievable, and valued by the person. Read how to go about planning varied activities for people living with memory loss.
Using Active Listening to Improve Communication Skills
In part three our communication series, Ellen discusses the valuable tool that is participating in a conversation using the skills of active listening.
Hablando con niños sobre la demencia
Explicaremos cómo hablando con niños sobre la demencia los ayuda a comprender mejor y sobrellevar lo que está sucediendo.
Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication
In part two of our communication series, Ellen discusses how to prepare for conversations and the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication.