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Increasing communication with your residents who have dementia: Part 2 (of 4)

By Amanda Hurlburt Jan 23, 2018 Assisted Living

Part 1 of this series reviewed the first two of eight steps to integrating effective speaking practices with other essential aspects of communication in order to provide quality care to residents with dementia, highlighting the importance of preparation. Part 2 will discuss steps three and four from Serving Residents With Dementia: Transforming Care Strategies for […]

Increasing communication with your residents who have dementia: Part 1 (of 4)

By Amanda Hurlburt Jan 18, 2018 Assisted Living

Listening to another person without a focus on words, as well as how to understand the differences that exist between communicators in processing information is an important aspect to understand when caring for residents with dementia. According to dementia expert Kerry C. Mills, MPA, author of Serving Residents With Dementia: Transforming Care Strategies for Assisted […]