On this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we’re joined by Emily Gavin, a dementia care expert, occupational therapist, and caregiver coach to discuss:

• The significance of occupational therapy in dementia care.
• Practical strategies for caregivers to handle common challenges like repetitive questioning and resistance to care.
• Tailored advice for caregivers to manage their stress and self-care.
• Building and utilizing a support network to alleviate caregiver burden.
• Emily’s personal journey and success stories in dementia caregiving.

Emily has dedicated her career to improving dementia care through her practice, program development, and training for dementia professionals. Emily now leads Philly Care Coaching, where she equips family caregivers with the essential knowledge and skills to ease their caregiving journey and enhance relationships with their loved ones.

Resources:

PhillyCare Coaching and Emily Gavin: Website: https://phillycarecoaching.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093197558689

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-s-gavin-ms-otr-l-94966454/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillycarecoaching/

Mentioned by Emily: Teepa Snow: https://www.youtube.com/@teepasnowvideos

Skills2Care®: https://www.dementiacollaborative.com/pages/skills2care-certification

Promoting Participation: Engaging Individuals Living with Dementia in Meaningful Activities: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CY439ZCQ

Friends Life Care:

Website: https://www.friendslifecare.org/

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