The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach As caregivers, we often have snags in our conversations with loved ones living with brain changes. Let’s come together to […]
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 to meet them where they are." 🔹 Understand the skills they still have 🔹 Learn how to communicate with less frustration 🔹 Build a strong […]
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? […]
Progression of Dementia - What Skills Remain Often the progression of dementia is measured in stages that focuses on what skills are lost. This approach does not give us tools […]
The Changing Relationship when Dementia is in the Picture Relationships inevitably change as dementia progresses. This can be devastating and challenging as you roll through the stages of grief. Let’s talk about the changing relationship, what is normal, and what can be better. Free community series sponsored by: Oak Park Place RSVP by 3/26 with […]
Caring Through the Journey - Dementia Training This training is open to anyone that wants to learn more about dementia and/or supporting someone that has dementia personally or professionally. This includes caregivers, friends, neighbors, church and clinic staff. Training Includes: • Communication Snags and Successes • Understanding Unmet Needs • Progression (stages) of Dementia • […]
The Language of Dementia and Finding Success: The Fish Approach 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 help on your caregiving journey. Join us and empower yourself! Free community series sponsored by: […]
Finding Hope and Support in the Dementia Journey: Adoray Hosts Free Caregivers Conference in Menomonie For anyone who has walked the path of caring for a loved one living with dementia, the journey can feel overwhelming, emotional, and at times—lonely. But you are not alone. Adoray Home Health & Hospice invites caregivers, families, and community […]
The FISH Approach to Dementia Care - Communication Strategies with Sheri Fairman Introducing The Fish Approach Model, a fresh perspective on dementia care that prioritizes effective communication. This approach shifts the focus from viewing "behaviors" as challenges to recognizing them as meaningful forms of communication. By understanding how our responses can either create obstacles or […]
Power of Connection: Alzheimer’s Association 40th Annual Wisconsin State Conference Held annually, the Wisconsin State Conference, presented by Senior Helpers, attracts hundreds of professional and family care providers and is one of the largest and most comprehensive statewide conferences dedicated to Alzheimer's and dementia. May 19 - 20, 2026 Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells Sheri Fairman […]
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 something reversible? YES! Join us to find out more about the causes of these symptoms, what you can do to improve them, and how to […]
Progression of Dementia - What Skills Remain Often the progression of dementia is measured in stages that focuses on what skills are lost. This approach does not give us tools to help provide care and support. Instead, we will look at what skills remain and shift our support accordingly by using Teepa Snow's GEMS State […]
If you are interested in setting a program like this up for your family, friends, community members, or employees, contact me to learn more.