The Pace Paradigm: Tools and Tips for Family Caregivers on Life Happens

The Challenges of Caregiving: "Yeah, there are several challenges. I would say the top three. One is definitely dealing with caregiver guilt. What happens for the family caregiver all of a sudden, all these choices, all these demands, all these responsibilities are on your shoulder."— Tami Anastasia

Welcome back to another episode of "Life Happens with Kim Hegwood." I'm your host, Kim Hegwood, and today we have a very special guest joining us, Tami Anastasia.
Tami is a caregiver expert with extensive experience in supporting families who are caring for loved ones with dementia, particularly Alzheimer's disease.

In this episode, Tami will be sharing invaluable tools and strategies for caregivers, helping them navigate the challenges that arise throughout their caregiving journey. We'll be diving deep into topics such as caregiver guilt, communication techniques, the decision to transition to a care community, and much more. If you're a caregiver or know someone who is, this episode is a must-listen. So, grab a cup
of coffee, settle in, and get ready to gain some valuable insights that will
empower and support you on your caregiving journey. Let's dive into "Tools for Caregivers" with Tami Anastasia.

Title:  The Pace Paradigm: Tools and Tips for Family
Caregivers on Life Happens

Here is what Kim will ask Tami

1. You talk about helping caregivers with the Pace Paradigm.
Can you break down the PACE paradigm that is mentioned in your book?

2. What are some of the biggest challenges
dementia caregiver/care partners struggle with?

3. Address some of the "why's: - why does my loved one
living with dementia ask repetitive questions, blame me for things,
argumentative or combative, refuse my help?

4. When is the right time to move my loved one with dementia
into memory care?

5. What can people expect as dementia progresses?

How to Contact Tami

website: www.tamianastasia.com

email: [email protected]

Phone number: 408 377 - 4716

Social Connections

https://www.facebook.com/TamiAnastasiaDementiaSupport

https://www.tiktok.com/@tamianastasia

https://twitter.com/TamiAnastasia1

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tami-anastasia-b3924337/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/tami-anastasia-dementia-support/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClBgXgXFskoS-X5zcpZdAfA

https://www.instagram.com/tamianastasia1/

Bio:

Tami Anastasia is a dementia consultant, educator and speaker. She is the author of Essential Strategies for the Dementia Caregiver: Learning to PACE Yourself. Tami holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling, a Certificate in Gerontology, and a Certificate in End of Life. She is also a Certified Senior Advisor. For more than 30 years, Tami has provided counseling services, dementia guidance, emotional support, and care strategies to family and professional dementia caregivers. She also provides counseling services and emotional support to people living with dementia.

In addition to her private practice, Tami facilitates several dementia caregiver support groups and has partnered with agencies throughout California to conduct educational workshops, trainings, and
webinars.

Tami has been a guest on local television, radio shows, and podcasts and has published several articles on dementia and health-related topics.

Books or Other Products that would interest
viewers:

Essential Strategies for the Dementia
Caregiver: Learning to PACE Yourself

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