So why does the team at Positive Approach use the term "care partner" instead of "caregiver"? Join us this week to hear Teepa explain the difference. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com . For more info on the services we offer, check out this page: Services
Oct 02, 2020•10 min•Season 7Ep. 70
Have you ever wondered what challenges walkers and wheelchairs (sometimes called ambulation aides) cause with someone living with dementia? Join us in this episode as Teepa & company discuss this interesting topic. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Sep 18, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 69
PAC's 2nd annual conference goes online! Join us in this episode to learn what you can expect from this year's conference. Click Here to register today. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Sep 11, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 68
In this week's episode, Teepa distills over 40 years of dementia care experience down to her top 5 tips. Join us to find out what they are! Check out our YouTube Channel: Positive Approach to Care Ask Teepa Anything! Live on YouTube - September Session To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com . Contact us via email at info@teepasnow.com or by phone at (877)877-1671....
Aug 29, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 67
So you think a loved one may be developing some early signs of dementia, but you don't quite know how to approach the topic of taking a cognitive ability test? Join us for this week's episode as the team discusses possible ways to accomplish this tricky task. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Aug 07, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Join the team this week as they tackle questions such as: Is there really a cure for dementia? Are there any medications that help? Can we at least slow it down? Are there things we can do to help prevent dementia? To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jul 31, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 65
The topic for this week is how varied scenarios can be for care partners on the dementia journey with a loved one. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com . View available recorded webinars here: Recorded Webinars To book a free 30-minute consult with a PAC Certified Consultant: Click Here...
Jul 25, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 64
How do you take something so physically involved, such as dementia care training, and adapt it to fit a new, virtual norm? Join us for this week's episode to learn how PAC was able to transition in-person training into a virtual learning experience that continues to benefit everyone involved. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jul 17, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 63
"You stole my purse!" Have you ever been faced with a situation where someone living with dementia is accusing you, or a care partner, with theft? In this week's episode, we join the gang as they tackle these tricky situations and learn how getting curious is a skill we should cultivate. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jul 10, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Greetings! In this week's episode, Teepa and the gang tackle an interesting topic: how can you differentiate between someone actually being in distress, versus just looking for attention? To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jun 26, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Much like when someone is sick with a cold, when a person is living with dementia, we desperately wish we could fix it with a pill. In this week's episode, Teepa and the team discuss why that isn't possible. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jun 20, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Why are we suddenly hearing more about Lewy Body Dementia? It is a type of dementia, but not always. Join us for this week's episode as Teepa and the team discuss the details related to Lewy Body. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jun 12, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Facilities where large groups of people are gathered together, all receiving some form of assistance. During a time where COVID-19 still has no quick solution, are they still a good idea? Join us on another episode as the team discusses this timely subject. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jun 05, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 56
In this episode, Teepa and the team discuss the effects that loneliness has on people living with dementia, and emerging evidence that it may even speed up the progression of dementia. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
Jun 02, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Although not an easy topic to talk about, in this week's episode we learn Teepa's insights and thoughts on how the COVID pandemic affects the 6 pieces of the puzzle in dementia care and how elder abuse is on the rise. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
May 15, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 56
In this episode, we spotlight the brave people who are doing the best they can with what they're told: NO visitors NO volunteer help NO engaging NO one leaves their room AND do it with equipment that we haven't given you. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
May 08, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 55
In a post-social isolation world, how can we prepare ourselves to reconnect with our loved ones that are living with dementia? Join us in this episode as Teepa shares her thoughts and insights on this important topic. To learn more about Positive Approach to Care, please visit us at www.teepasnow.com .
May 01, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 54
With the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, this week's episode touches on what supports are available to you and your person living with dementia, among other things to consider. To contact us, please call us at 877-877-1671 or email us at info@teepasnow.com. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
Apr 24, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 53
With high incident rates of death in care homes, this question has become all too important for families of people living with dementia. Join us in this episode to learn Teepa's thoughts and insights on the matter. If you would like a more precise, tailored answer to your question, please fill our contact form for the Consultant branch here: Consulting Services You can also reach us at info@teepasnow.com if you have general questions about our products and services....
Apr 17, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Caring for someone living with dementia is challenging enough on its own. Join us on another episode and see why COVID-19 makes caring that much more challenging. Visit us on YouTube here: Positive Approach to Care
Apr 10, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 51
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Mar 17, 2020•2 min
So how do you divert your loved one's attention to something else when they don't give you any space? Join us in this episode to learn a few helpful hints. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
Mar 04, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In this episode, Teepa and the team go over some strategies on how to help someone transition from one location to a different one. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
Feb 27, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this episode, Teepa gives her insights and tips for the unique challenges that care partners of someone living with vascular dementia typically encounter. Learn more Vascular Dementia at www.teepasnow.com .
Feb 19, 2020•19 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Join us on another episode and learn five great positive action starters to help get people up and engaged. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
Feb 12, 2020•17 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Learn Teepa's insights on how to respond when someone asks for a decease parent or spouse. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
Feb 04, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Get Teepa Snow's tips on how to best introduce care aides into your home when your person living with dementia resists. Learn more about Positive Approach to Care at www.teepasnow.com .
Jan 27, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Listen to dementia care expert Teepa Snow talk about the benefits of dementia care facilities, and when it might be the right time to move your loved one. Are you caring for a loved one with dementia? Get the support you need and join PAC's Online Support Group, the "Care Partner Support Series." Click here to learn more. Interested in speaking to one of our Positive Approach to Care Certified Consultants directly? Click here to schedule your free 30-minute consultation . Learn more about Teepa ...
Dec 09, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In this episode, guest and PAC Presenter Becky Watson talks about creating rhythm-based programs and music wellness experiences to enhance the mind, body, and spirit. Join us at the first-ever Positive Approach to Care Conference with Teepa Snow and numerous PAC Presenters! Click here to learn more .
Oct 29, 2019•17 min
When someone doesn’t notice the needs of their body for nourishment, hydration, sleep, cleaning, grooming, or fresh clothing, it can be a challenge to get agreement to participate in the process of meeting those needs. In this episode, Teepa Snow talks about providing choices that help the person move forward into the task rather than resist the activity. Join us for the LIVE webinar with Teepa on October 10, 2019. Click here to register today! Join Teepa Snow and the PAC Team for the first-ever...
Oct 09, 2019•12 min•Season 1Ep. 42