The Fish Approach Academy
VirtualIntroducing the FISH Approach "People with dementia are like fish in the water. Those of us with healthy brains, we are up here on land. To truly connect, we need […]
Introducing the FISH Approach "People with dementia are like fish in the water. Those of us with healthy brains, we are up here on land. To truly connect, we need […]
The Champion Courses are designed to guide care partners in developing an awareness about how brain changes impact people's everyday experiences and how our approach impacts this experience. In this […]
Balancing Risk & Independence in Dementia Care When should they stop driving? How do I keep them from leaving home unexpectedly? When do I need to look for a facility? […]
Our Aging and Changing Brains: What is Typical? When to be Concerned? What is normal and when should we be concerned? If thinking and memory problems arise, can it be […]
Our Aging and Changing Brains: What is Typical? When to be Concerned? What is normal and when should we be concerned? If thinking and memory problems arise, can it be […]
What are people with dementia experiencing through their senses, and how can that understanding change the way we approach care? Learn practical tools and techniques designed to improve communication and […]
Transitioning Your Loved One to a Community You’ve worked hard to care for your loved one for so long. You’ve made the tough decision to move them to a facility. […]
Oh the guilt! It can feel impossible to give yourself permission to do something enjoyable while a loved one is experiencing the brain changes related to dementia. How we care […]
A-B-C- "All Behavior is Communication" We all express our needs through words or actions. When dementia is in the picture, it can be harder to find the right, or any, […]
The holidays bring joy and stress. People living with dementia experience the season quite differently. Learn how simple adjustments can result in a merrier experience for all. ----- Free […]
As caregivers, we often have snags in our conversations with loved ones living with brain changes. Let’s come together to unravel these tricky situations and discover effective tools that will […]
What are people with dementia experiencing through their senses, and how can that understanding change the way we approach care? Learn practical tools and techniques designed to improve communication and […]
If you are interested in setting a program like this up for your family, friends, community members, or employees, contact me to learn more.