Category: Memory Care

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.Charlie and Elizabeth have a tough conversation about “Abuse and Neglect” in dementia care. The types of abuse, risk factors, and reported abuse numbers are discussed.Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified […]

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.Elizabeth and Charlie discuss the “Hand Under Hand” method used in dementia care. This approach is small, simple, and incredibly powerful for both caregivers and those they serve.Join Elizabeth […]

Family involvement in Memory Care is incredibly valuable and, at times, understandably complex. As dementia progresses for a loved one, families often face new emotions and uncertainty. They also wonder how to stay connected in meaningful ways. At the same time, Memory Care teams can guide families toward involvement that enhances quality of life for […]

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.Charlie and Elizabeth make “The Importance of Hydration” easy to swallow with excellent information on how hydration affects everything from brain function, mood, mobility, and digestion.Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified […]

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.Elizabeth and Charlie explain “The Art of Redirecting” in dementia care. This technique gently shifts a person’s attention away from something distressing and guides them to something calming.Join Elizabeth […]

Thoughtful Connections is Arrow Senior Living’s Memory Care podcast featuring conversations about dementia care, Alzheimer’s support, and practical guidance for dementia caregivers. Join Elizabeth Thompson, Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional Trainer, Dementia Capable Care Specialist, and Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent Trainer, alongside Charlie […]