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I would like to welcome my friend and colleague Rev. Katie Norris, a guest blogger for us this month. Rev. Katie and I collaborated on a book called Creative Connections that will be available through Health Professions Press by April 2015. Christmas is just around the corner. Many of us are excited to decorate our…

“The essence of independence is to be able to do something for one’s self.” People with dementia are often confronted with what they are no longer able to do or understand. In turn, the Montessori principles are designed to focus on what they are still capable of doing. This person-centered way to approach dementia focuses…

In a few weeks I’ll be visiting Sydney, Australia to attend and teach at the Montessori Environments for Dementia International Conference. In the time leading up to the conference, I thought I would share with you some information about the Montessori philosophy and why it is successful for people who are living with dementia.    …

            For all of us, not just someone with dementia, the ability to communicate and express our needs is of utmost importance. In order for someone with dementia to have a good relationship with a care partner, healthy and frequent communication is a key ingredient. If your loved one with dementia begins to lose social…

I Care by Brush & Mills Wins Award in 2014 National Mature Media Awards Program   I Care: A handbook for care partners of people with dementia was a gold medal winner in the 23rd annual National Mature Media Awards Program.   The program, presented by the Mature Market Resource Center, a national clearinghouse for…

During difficult times, it can be hard to think about anything other than what’s going on, but try not to become so consumed by stress that you overshadow your needs for well-being. Try modifying schedule to include time to take care of yourself. Beginning today, carve out some free time for just for YOU. Even…

Thank you to Martha Stettinius, author of Inside the Dementia Epidemic: A daughter’s memoir, for her thoughtful review.5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reading — The Best Description Available of Why It’s Important to be a “Care Partner”, July 1, 2014 By  Martha Stettinius This review is from: I Care: A Handbook for Care Partners…

I Care Reviewed By Suzanne Cowles for Readers’ Favorite “I Care: A Handbook for Care Partners of People with Dementia by Jennifer Brush MA and Kerry Mills MPA is an informative medical guide that focuses on the caregiver. The number of people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and the seven associated dementias is rapidly increasing each…