Archives for May,2015

Friendship vs Kinship – Who Helps the Most?

Author: KristineOn: May 29Categories: In the News 2 Comments

New research indicates that friendships formed with peers actually have more beneficial health effects than the relationships with family.2 At first glance this doesn’t seem to make sense as relationships with family are long-term and peers in a mutual...

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Java Memory Care – Emotional Engagement is Key

Author: KristineOn: May 29Categories: In the News No Comments

Research and experience shows those living with dementia have an increased sensitivity to emotions, and cultivating emotional engagement is what the new Java Memory Care program is all about. “The program is fabulous! I am working with residents with...

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Five Ways to Show Residents They Matter

Author: KristineOn: May 29Categories: For Facilitators No Comments

Dr. David Sheard presented recently at the Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors Conference in Toronto. He has developed a model for dementia care called ‘Feelings Matter Most’, that focuses on nurturing emotions....

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Spirits are Bright at Graceworks

Author: KristineOn: May 29Categories: In the News, Testimonials No Comments

Graceworks Housing Services recently implemented the Java Music Club at Good Shepard Community, in Greenfield, Indiana. “I love the excitement of people coming together and relating together. It was not like this before.” Sharon, Resident....

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