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Learn a little bit about person centered language used in senior care and at home to give the person living with dementia dignity and respect.  This episode is also helpful if you are considering memory care.  You will learn the lingo and have a better understanding of memory care marketing talk.   

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

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Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

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The Medicare GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) Model continues to be one of the most unknown free benefits to help families navigate the challenges of caregiving.  Amy is a Care Navigator at Tembo Health and gives an update on how the program is going and the benefit it has had for families, but sprinkles in a lot of education and ways to "think dementia" along the way.

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

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To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

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A listener asks a question by Fan Mail- how do I calm and connect with my loved one living with Lewy Body Dementia who lives in a Memory Care and has paranoia about the staff's treatment of them?  What activities can I do with them when I visit?  Amy discusses Capgras Syndrome, paranoia and delusions and provides ideas on how to validate the person living with dementia as well as some activities to try out.

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast to help friends and families around the world.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

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www.dementiafriendlyairports.com 

www.teepasnow.com 

Think Dementia Episode LBD vs. ALZ https://www.buzzsprout.com/2170330/episodes/13374320 

Activity Ideas www.think-dementia.com/resources 

https://lbda.org/capgras-syndrome-in-lewy-body-dementias-lbd-associated-with-anxiety-and-hallucinations

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A questions comes in about how to work with the Memory Care regarding morning cares when someone living with dementia doesn't want to get up.   Amy dives into sleep, incontinence and pressure (bed) sore concerns and more to help with some ideas.

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

Www.think-dementia.com  

Think Dementia Episode Refusals in Assisted Living https://www.buzzsprout.com/2170330/episodes/16547094

Think Dementia Episode Everything Incontinence https://www.buzzsprout.com/2170330/episodes/16466527 

National Institute of Health: Long Term Use of Diphenhydramine

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4592307/

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In this episode Amy discusses some ideas for safety when out in public with the person living with dementia.  Wandering can happen to some, but just accidentally getting lost can happen to many so here are some ways to be safe when enjoying big busy areas with lots of people. 

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

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www.dementiafriendlyairports.com 

https://www.idea-ma.com/personal-safety/ 

https://projectlifesaver.org/ 

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Someone's husband is eating all the sweets and snacks around the home.  Is it hunger, is it boredom?  Amy provides some ideas on how to help this caregiver and their spouse living with dementia.

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

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What is a DRN/DNI?  Does that mean that the person will not receive medical treatment?  If you have a living will do you need a MOLST/POLST?  Amy explains what these forms are all about and the importance of having them, as well as how effective CPR is and how to talk to someone living with dementia about their wishes.

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

Www.think-dementia.com  

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning/getting-your-affairs-order-checklist-documents-prepare-future 

https://compassionandchoices.org/resource/cpr-what-you-need-to-know/

https://compassionandchoices.org/dementia-values-tool/

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Amy receives a concern from a listener that their mother in law has been showing signs of possible cognitive changes.  There are also concerns that these changes may be related to their alcohol intake.  The family does not see the traditional route of approaching these concerns working out and Amy provides another path, one that everyone should take regardless of the situation to ensure that someone's affairs are in order as they age.

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

Www.think-dementia.com  

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/advance-care-planning/getting-your-affairs-order-checklist-documents-prepare-future 

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Someone has received news from a neurologist that they have white matter disease.  What does this mean and does it mean they will develop dementia?  Amy provides information on this common brain disease. 

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

Www.think-dementia.com  

Think Dementia Episode: What is Vascular Dementia? 

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23018-white-matter-disease 

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12178243/ 

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In this Afterthoughts with Amy episode she receives a questions on at home urinary tract infection kits available at the pharmacy.  Are they accurate in diagnosing someone living with dementia?  Could this be a way to know if those changes that are happening to them are due to an infection?

Amy House, C.D.P. guides care partners in understanding how dementia affects the brain. This podcast has recorded questions from listeners.  Each episode, Amy unpacks their questions and helps you learn to “think dementia.” This leads to better quality of life, improved relationships, and empowered care partners.  Be part of a connected community by learning from each other’s questions.   

 
Please consider supporting the Think Dementia podcast with a one-time or monthly donation at  Buzzsprout Support Link  Buzzsprout is the official podcast platform for Think Dementia and Amy pays to use this platform and distribute the podcast.    

Rate us on Google Businesses: Think Dementia St. Paul MN on Google  

To record a question for the podcast go to www.think-dementia.com/podcast   

Amy House is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Licensed Assisted Living Director and PAC Trainer who is recognized in the Twin Cities as a leader in dementia care and education. Amy's personal support, public speaking, and professional training has touched the lives of thousands of people living with dementia over the past 10 years. Amy is also a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association and a Care Navigator for Tembo Health with the Medicare GUIDE dementia program.  

Www.think-dementia.com  

Think Dementia Episode: Listen Up: Urinary Tract Infections

Think Dementia Episode: Everything Incontinence (Early, Middle, Late Stage Incontinence) 

Think Dementia Episode: Afterthoughts with Amy Incontinence 

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7771809/ 

https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/living-with-dementia/urinary-tract-infections-utis-dementia 

https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/home-test-for-uti 

https://azoproducts.com/products/azo-test-strips#:~:text=Note%3A%20The%20test%20may%20be,AZO%C2%AE%20Urinary%20Pain%20Relief. 

https://healthalert.net.au/blogs/health-hub/are-at-home-uti-tests-accurate-here-s-what-you-need-to-know 

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23018-white-matter-disease 

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12178243/ 

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