Category: Memory Care

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In this episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ Elizabeth and Charlie talk about the things we should never do or say to someone living with dementia. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) […]

In this episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ special guest MARY STOINSKI is on the podcast to talk about the important role music can play with people who have dementia. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and […]

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss current research updates within the dementia world. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about […]

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss the importance of Intergenerational Connections and the value of it. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat […]

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss what is Frontotemporal Dementia. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, […]