I'm Still Here! Come Find Me.

In this episode of Life Happens Kim will speak with Diana Waugh, a memory care consultant, about problems that caregivers often face when someone has dementia.

Title: I’m Still Here, Come Find Me!

1. What does "Live in their reality” mean?

2. Why can't someone remember what I just told them when they can talk about their kindergarten friend?

3. If you had one overreaching tip, what would it be?

4. Why do people with dementia often get angry?

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Telephone: (419) 351-7654

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: Waugh Consulting, LLC

Bio:

Diana Waugh, BSN, RN, CDP

WAUGH CONSULTING, LLC, Waterville, Ohio

Owner; Memory Care Consultant

-Consulting with family members of individuals with memory loss

-Conducting presentations, locally as well as nationally, on behavior management to family caregivers and professionals

-Implemented a 3-year ODM grant (1/16-6/19) REDUCING THE USE OF ANTIPSYCHOTIC MEDICATIONS IN LONG TERM CARE RESIDENTS IN NORTHWEST OHIO.

Diana Waugh brings both formal education and years of practical nursing experience to her audience. She has served on faculties in all types of nursing programs; managed a regional rehabilitation program; worked as a long-term care consultant for over 21 years; and even learned how to write and produce television commercials. In each endeavor, teamwork has been the key to her success. Her belief in teamwork influences her approach to every topic she addresses.

Books or Other Products that would interest viewers:

Unlocking the Door to Successful Conversations with Loved Ones with Cognitive Loss, 2nd Edition - Published in both English and Spanish.

I'M STILL IN HERE...COME FIND ME is a DVD available in English with Spanish subtitles.

Consulting Service also available.

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