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Listen "Better Communication In Caregiving w/ Speech Language Pathologist Adria Thompson (Be Light Care)"
Episode Synopsis
Tune in weekly to deep-dive into the ways money affects caregiving, life, and relationships with renowned special guests in the caregiving space. This week, we talk to Speech Language Pathologist Adria Thompson of Be Light Care Consulting about communication challenges for individuals with dementia, practical strategies caregivers can use to communicate effectively with their loved one(s) living with dementia, collaborating with your LOs care team, and other speech language services and supports.
In this episode—
Can you tell us about your journey as a speech language pathologist and how you developed a specialization in dementia care?
What are some of the misconceptions/myths surrounding dementia care that you often come across, and how can we debunk them?
In reality, what common communication challenges do individuals with dementia face, and how can speech language pathologists support them in overcoming these challenges?
What practical strategies or techniques can caregivers use to communicate effectively with their loved one(s) living with dementia?
Could you share some insights on the importance of non-verbal communication and its role in enhancing communication with individuals living with dementia?
In your experience, what are some key components of a successful dementia care program, and how can caregivers incorporate these elements into their daily routines?
Speech language pathology services are rumored be costly. Can you recommend any resources or programs to help individuals with limited financial means access speech language pathology services?
Are there any specific tools or resources you recommend to family caregivers seeking to improve their communication skills with their care recipient?
How can caregivers ensure speech-language pathologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for individuals with dementia? Could you share some examples or success stories from your work?
What advice would you give family caregivers feeling overwhelmed or frustrated in their caregiving journey? How can they prioritize their well-being while caring for their loved ones with dementia?
Find Adria online—
Website: https://www.belightcare.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeLightCare/
Youtube: @belightcare
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belightcare/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belightcare
In this episode—
Can you tell us about your journey as a speech language pathologist and how you developed a specialization in dementia care?
What are some of the misconceptions/myths surrounding dementia care that you often come across, and how can we debunk them?
In reality, what common communication challenges do individuals with dementia face, and how can speech language pathologists support them in overcoming these challenges?
What practical strategies or techniques can caregivers use to communicate effectively with their loved one(s) living with dementia?
Could you share some insights on the importance of non-verbal communication and its role in enhancing communication with individuals living with dementia?
In your experience, what are some key components of a successful dementia care program, and how can caregivers incorporate these elements into their daily routines?
Speech language pathology services are rumored be costly. Can you recommend any resources or programs to help individuals with limited financial means access speech language pathology services?
Are there any specific tools or resources you recommend to family caregivers seeking to improve their communication skills with their care recipient?
How can caregivers ensure speech-language pathologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for individuals with dementia? Could you share some examples or success stories from your work?
What advice would you give family caregivers feeling overwhelmed or frustrated in their caregiving journey? How can they prioritize their well-being while caring for their loved ones with dementia?
Find Adria online—
Website: https://www.belightcare.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeLightCare/
Youtube: @belightcare
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belightcare/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@belightcare
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