Person-Centered Strategies
I think compensation tools need to be extremely person-centered.
Tag Archives: dementia
SUFFERING and Pre-View of Book “Dancing With Elephants”
Have read early pre-view for first 3 chapters of Jarem’s thought-ful book “Dancing with Elephants: Mindfulness Training For Those Living With Dementia, Chronic Illness or an Aging Brain”. Tru here. I just pre-ordered book thru Amazon because Jarem has offered FANTASTIC bargain; “Great Mindfulness Package to anyone who buys the book and emails him (great.mindfulness.dancing@gmail.com) a […]
Why DAA Dementia Action Alliance as priority?
Many dementia-oriented organizations have admirable goals and values, but for me there are three things that stand out about DAA, differentiating them from other good dementia organizations, which also have good goals:
Denial and One Sided Truth
I think it often does the cause of advocacy a dis-service to promote only one side of the full picture.
Film Review for “Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts”
I appreciate the efforts to highlight need of funding BUT they need to compensate now by providing equally impressive film on possibilities for quality of life after diagnosis.
Favorite Films and WHY
Document your favorite movies and shows, but I think it VERY important to include why they are your favorites; what significance does this film have with your history and person ?
Living in the Moment during 2017
Kate Swaffer comment got me thinking about quotes to live by, which motivated these thoughts about living in the moment.
Learned During 2016, for dealing with my own dementia symptoms
These are things that were applicable for ME this year, so it is possible they might be helpful for someone else.)
This Holiday Season Context of History and Symptoms
This year’s changes in Holiday celebration.
A Minute at a Time
“Okay Tru, accept what is … (for these next few minutes) then focus on what IS possible, get out of the pity-party ditch and get started doing it !!”
