Keyword: caregiver challenges

Virtual Reality Simulation to Increase Caregiver Empathy — Virtual Reality Simulation to Increase Caregiver Empathy
Using virtual reality as a tool for caregivers of people living with dementia.

23 Sep, 2019 tagged SOF v1 / Aging in Place / caregiver challenges / caregivers / dementia / virtual reality / Strategic Opportunity Fund (SOF)

Mindfulness for Caregivers of People with Dementia — Mindfulness for Caregivers of People with Dementia
Can practicing mindfulness help caregivers?

20 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v1 / Cognitive Health / caregiver challenges / caregivers / dementia / mindfulness / peer support / quality of life / Spark

An Evaluation of Two Caregiver Support Group Programs — An Evaluation of Two Caregiver Support Group Programs
Two support groups for spouses provide knowledge and coping skills.

19 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v1 / Cognitive Health / caregiver / caregiver challenges / dementia / seniors’ care / support groups / Spark

The Sleep Kit Helps People with Dementia Get More Sleep — The Sleep Kit Helps People with Dementia Get More Sleep
Is there a drug-free way for people living with dementia to get better sleep?

17 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v2 / Caregiver Support / caregiver challenges / living with dementia / long-term care / relaxation / The Sleep Kit / well-being / Spark

Community Alert System Helps Locate Missing Individuals with Dementia — Community Alert System Helps Locate Missing Individuals with Dementia
How can people in a community help to find a missing senior?

11 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v2 / Caregiver Support / apps / caregiver challenges / Community ASAP / dementia / getting lost / safety / Spark

Virtual Counselling Helps Caregivers of People with Dementia — Virtual Counselling Helps Caregivers of People with Dementia
Can counselling services be delivered through video calling for caregivers and family members?

9 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v2 / Caregiver Support / care pathways / caregiver challenges / caregivers / e-health / healthcare delivery / Ontario Telemedicine Network / Spark

Improving Support Groups for Caregivers of People with Dementia — Improving Support Groups for Caregivers of People with Dementia
Who should be facilitating peer support groups for caregivers?

9 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v2 / Caregiver Support / care pathways / caregiver challenges / caregivers / cognitive impairment / peer support / specialized training / Spark

Rural Support for Care Partners of People with Dementia — Rural Support for Care Partners of People with Dementia
The Alzheimer Society tested a peer support program for caregivers.

3 Sep, 2019 tagged Spark v1 / Caregiver Support / caregiver challenges / dementia / emergency services / peer support / recreation / social activity / well-being / Spark