This presentation discusses changes in communication that occur in people with dementia and strategies to communicate and support the individual using a person- centered approach.
Swallowing and Communication Changes in Dementia: Is There Anything We Can Do to Preserve our Skills?
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There are normal changes in our ability to communicate and to swallow food or liquids safely that occur with aging. However, when the brain is changing due to a neurodegenerative process such as dementia, the pattern of change may be di...
Our peer-led support groups provide care partners with the opportunity to discuss both practical and emotional needs related to caring for a family member with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementias. These groups are facilitated by volu...