Finding joy in an Alzheimer's reality | Beth Fauth | TEDxUSU

[@nikki5095]

This talk is ridiculously under appreciated. Everything she said is true and so important for us to understand. I too worked as a server in an assisted living facility, and learned many of these lessons myself. Especially about what she said concerning not telling the woman her husband has been dead for 3 years; that triggers the same grief you would have if you just found out your loved one died. Compassion is the only way to manage these interactions. Beautifully done, and such an important message.

[@womandela7225]

It is more difficult when you live 24/7 with someone with dementia/AD but it's still nice to hear this.

[@isabelmeneses6268]

Dear Beth. I want thank you for telling me, with this talk, that I did the wright things with my beloved mother Lourdes. She died with AD. I could, most of the situations, calm my mother when she was nervous if she felt lost, or if she couldn't find the words she wanted to say. She got very nervous and, in my conscious I could calm her talking slowly in a way she could understand I was with her, feeling with her ... This is something good for myself. This gives me a feeling of comfort and pride in having achieved this ability to calm her down when she became distressed. She had AD for about 15 years. We've been with her at home till she died 10 years ago? I miss her so much! Thank you Beth

[@graceanderson1618]

I'm taking care of my mom and it hit home everything you said it brought a tear to my eye and a smile to my face thank you for making my life a little better with my mom

[@memesto4777]

you should check out memesto:)

[@dannyfortuna3633]

I have been trying to teach my family how to change their terrible way to manage my granfather's alzheimer, and this right here was the BEST explanation I could have ever found, thank you SO much. It was completely helpful, empathic and enjoyable, thank you sooo much

[@catherineschulzke5348]

I definitely have a family member in mind whose moment-to-moment life has great potential for greater joy! I think maybe I’ll pay a visit tomorrow.

[@reminisceadultdayservices1233]

Very good presentation. I liked how managing behaviors was not the focus but rather how to embrace the individual's reality and create joy. When caring for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease it is important to focus on the positive moments not just good days and bad days. All people deserve meaningful interactions and moments of joy in their lives.

[@yankee9955]

I really enjoyed this talk. Great insight communicated effectively. Helped me considerably in the way I deal with my relatives who have dementia.

[@randywu526]

This is a wonderful presentation how to interact and treat people with Alzheimer's disease. I will definitely want to share it with as many people on my website when it is up and running shortly.

[@mariahconklin9345]

I was a care giver at a facility understaffed with horrible miserable management...guess what I did? I reported them. When I did work there I treated all clients with respect and dignity. It is unbelievable how many people do not know how to work with clients who have dementia and alzheimers. I've been jobless for a day now and you know what? It it worth it. I'm glad I quit because all I wanted to do was talk to the clients.

[@krussell4268]

Thank you for reporting them. No one should be mistreated nor neglected. I only hope it was rectified.

[@mtlim9146]

Thanks , you have the heart of an angel ! She will definitely bring comfort and joy to everyone not just the ones with Alzheimer's .Thank YOU .

[@franwilk4072]

Thank you for bringing an honest perspective for those who do not yet understand.

[@tiffanymansfield30]

I really enjoyed this presentation. Humor, honesty, and great tips.

[@judypsa1336]

Beautifully done. Thank you!!

[@vondatabb7093]

Beth, You give such good suggestions and I love your delivery’. Thank you

[@debgirotti9262]

Great job Beth! You're a wonderful presenter!

[@unintentional666]

Let's raise the bar higher, let's help people with whom we are interacting experience joy, humor and human connection.

[@memesto4777]

you should check out memesto:)

[@jsummers1579]

This is a thought-provoking and important video. Thank you

[@christodalno5586]

Thanks so much. This video totally changed my life. ^^

[@daka1116]

Thank You!

[@tees9651]

Thank you Beth. It was very informative.

[@DreamsOfFinland]

THC can stop/end rages in ALZ folks, even a few puffs of cannabis will almost instantly stop angry/fear based episodes - I have experienced this and witnessed this. It also helps me sleep. No negative side effects in years, I can now walk almost miles a day - was not able to walk more than a quarter mile 6 years ago. Other signs/effects are vision loss, tunnel vision, hearing loss, difficulty speaking. Be kind, not being able to recall words is not the same as "forgetting".

[@mh.m4653]

Very nice point 👍😄. Merry Christmas!

[@Dementialand]

👍👍👍👍👍 “In the long run, Suzka just lets her mother “be.” The book is full of insights about dementia without being saccharine or preachy in any way. It guides us on a valuable journey. Not only might this book be read for insight and/or entertainment, it strikes me that it would be a good companion assignment for university courses in gerontology, the life course, and aging.” - Amazon reviewer talks about 'Wonders In Dementialand'

[@ARTUROSIERRALOPEZ]

Not that easy kid

[@patriciavandevelde5469]

I don t want become cripple no way!!!!!! Everybody stealing from you, lonely miserable no way!

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