The Dementia Well FNQ
A series of information on dementia, for those who think someone they know has it and for those caring for someone living with dementia to better understand what is happening and how to work in a better way with the person living with dementia to enable a better relationship and better outcomes for all.
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Episodes
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Sunday Jun 25, 2023
Nela talks about strategies to reduce anxiety, agitation and overwhelm and how a strong routine can help and what you can do to set this up. Nela talks about meditation and gives examples of her favorite meditations that are free to access and good to build into a daily routine. and finally Nela talks through a fantastic breathing technique that makes her feel fantastic.
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Nela discusses why those living with dementia will sometimes stop doing activities that they always loved and how to adapt them so they can continue. Nela suggests other activities that can be done before explaining that she is taking a month off to finish writing a series of 3 childrens books, the first one titled "Harry's Grandma has dementia" a book explaining what is happening and what to do.