In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs?

This episode will cover:

— Special discount on the "Hidden in Plain Sight" resource guide for dementia caregivers.

— Upcoming Toileting and Hygiene Mini Course and how to access it.

— Year-round availability of Bambu Dozens puzzle collection and its unique features.

Resource Guide | https://letsbambu.link/guidespecial (discount code: WTD4)

Treehouse | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/treehouse⁠⁠⁠⁠

Bambu Dozens (puzzles) | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambudozens.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

Newsletter | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

Community | ⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/champions

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

This episode is a feature from our ⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In this episode, we will discuss whether dementia is contagious. The short answer is no, dementia is not contagious. However, we explore why some caregivers may have concerns about this and delve into various factors that can lead to changes in memory and behavior when caring for someone with dementia.

DIRECT VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/9BW8ntKQ6FM This episode will cover: — The misconception of dementia being contagious. — Stress-related symptoms and their impact on caregivers. — The chameleon effect and its influence on speech and behavior. — Environmental exposures and their role in dementia-like symptoms. — Types of dementia with a contagious component. — General advice for individuals experiencing dementia-like symptoms.
CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

This episode is a feature from our ⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠. In this episode, we will discuss the topic of verbal aggression within the context of Behavioral Variant Frontotemporal Dementia (bvFTD). This was a topic inspired by one of our Treehouse members. (https://letsbambu.com/treehouse)

DIRECT VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/K4EKcu_iw4Y This episode will cover: — Insights into Behavioral Variant Frontotemporal Dementia (bvFTD) and its effects on behavior. — The challenges caregivers face while dealing with bvFTD-related behavioral changes. — Understanding the reasons behind the verbal aggression. — The importance of empathetic communication. MENTIONED CONTENT: Podcast: Frontotemporal Dementia | Episode 043 Blog: Top 6 Tips to De-escalate a Person with Dementia's Behavior | https://www.letsbambu.com/post/top-6-tips-to-de-escalate-a-person-with-dementias-behavior REFERENCES: doi: 10.1176/appi.neuropsych.18090202 doi: 10.3389/fneur.2018.00417 doi: 10.3389/fnagi.2014.00262

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com

DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.