Connection, Communication and Memories: CircleIt Explained

Connection and Memories: CircleIt Explained. In dementia caregiving, communication transcends words; it becomes a vital emotional lifeline. Meaningful interactions and shared memories serve as powerful tools to connect with individuals facing cognitive challenges. The ability to reminisce fosters a sense of identity and belonging, providing comfort and reducing feelings of isolation. Effective communication techniques, such as patience and non-verbal cues, not only enhance the caregiver-patient relationship but also contribute significantly to the overall well-being and quality of life for those navigating the complexities of dementia. Another story about a caregiver who creates something based on their experiences. His father’s actions inspired founder Art Shaikh before his passing, which moved him to develop new technology. Art’s father had given him this box filled with family movies, hand-written cards, and old photographs, and he asked Art to deliver these to family members on his behalf once he was no longer alive. At the time, his father was healthy. He was just preparing for the future, but Art’s father unexpectedly passed away a year later. In this episode, I talk to Lisa Roti about CircleIt and how caregivers can use it for more than was originally dreamed of by its founder. You can find the app here https://circleit.com ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: Can Technology & Innovation Change Aging at Home? Home Technology: Well Aging for Seniors ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please Support Our Sponsors So We Can Continue To Bring The Show to You For Free ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. Stop 100% of Unwanted Calls with imp. Did you know people with Alzheimer's can receive nearly 200 spam calls a week? You can put a stop to those now. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Contact Jen at [email protected] or Visit us at www.FadingMemoriesPodcast.com