How Dementia Affects Language Skills

Teepa shares how vocabulary, comprehension, and speech are impacted by dementia. © Positive Approach, LLC - to be reused only with permission.
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[@becanonymous9458]

This needs to be shown in every nursing home for awareness

[@bettyburt9460]

I dont know where your from but here in ma you need to do this training I have to do 8 hours of this pending on nursing home they some dont follow up on it but also they need to change it up aell I have watched the same ones over and o er again and were is the learning we can wait watch new updated versions

[@angieepijac1940]

I agree ! Should also be shown on tv so the public will have awareness 👍

[@FreebieLady]

So many things Nursing homes need to watch.

[@jenniferscott3176]

the entire world not just nursing homes can u imagine if we all understood eat she is saying how communication with the world could be understood and unit and help us all take a breath before we get upset

[@okvalleygirl68]

100%! Mandatory before any hiring.

[@jordanghost4559]

I'm a psych student in my senior year and this 30 minute video taught me more about dementia than any book or class I've taken. I really appreciate your humanistic and compassionate approach. Subscribed, Liked, thank you for the knowledge.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Wow @Jordan Ghost, I really appreciate your comment and that you felt it was important enough to subscribe. As a member of Teepa's team, I totally agree with you. We learn more every day working with her. If you'd like to know even more, please check out our website (www.teepasnow.com) and if you'd like to learn skills, consider taking one of our Champion Courses (teepasnow.com/services/one-day-public-skills-champion-course/).

[@thecountscastle4860]

Hi Doug , how are you doing today?

[@RICDirector]

Thank you guys so much. The presenter here is fantastic, and I am so glad I ran across this, and will be sharing.

[@GottaWannaDance]

@@RICDirector The presenter is the one and only Teepa Snow! She. Is. Awesum! Stuff like this I never knew, but stumbled on some of it while taking care of my last live-in.

[@jenniferfuller8929]

I love TS! She has a way of getting her point across like no one else. There is another video that we used at our LTC facility for training. I always commented that the 30 minute video was better than the 4 hours the state required for training.

[@rhythmandblues_alibi]

This woman is an incredible actress. It makes her demonstrations so powerful. This is powerful information for families and carers. Thank you.

[@vikingdemonpr]

Ikr right. It has to be the countless hours studying and spending time with patients.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Wow, thank you

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi @VikingDemonPR, thanks for recognizing that it does take time to learn how to work with those living with dementia to understand how they are communicating with us.

[@wanda9740]

@@teepasnowvideos thank you for this video! Maybe I really am picking up on my clients communication attempts and cues. I surely hope so!

[@KathrynKeats]

I applaud her work as an actor and a communicator. What an artist!! And using her work for the most important human cause.

[@sublimesamoyed]

Retained On The Right: 1) Automatic Chit Chat 2) Forbidden Words (swear words, sex talk, racial slurs, ugly/mean words) 3) Rhythm of Speech (giving & getting) 4) Music, Poetry, Prayer 5) Rhythmic Movement & Dance

[@interestedlen8823]

I wish we'd had Teepa's brilliance to guide us through when my stepfather went through the hell of dementia. One of the toughest things was getting people to stop retraumatizing him in their own frustration. The shouting at him, the child-talking, watching the pain in his eyes as he failed to find the language to respond. I'm sure many of us have been there. Teepa is a true gift to caring.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @interestedlen, I'm sorry that you weren't aware of us when you were dealing with your stepfather, but we are glad that you've found us now. As a member of Teepa's team, I agree that she is a true gift to caring. Please consider sharing our work with others, but having them visit www.teepasnow.com or check out her new non-profit, Snow Approach Foundation (www.snowapproach.org)

[@gailmcmichael9861]

It's the child-like talking that hurts/irritates/frustrates me! I've a brain! And I swing over to the right-brain response!! ×♡ G with MS

[@gailmcmichael9861]

Not all dementia are the same! Y'r poor father! ♡Gail. ❤

[@eleanorcain6511]

I can so relate to what you are saying & more.

[@cheryllavoie3290]

❤❤❤

[@karenshoulders2549]

I’m a speech pathologist, she does a great gob explaining this!

[@LivingLifeWithLisa]

I have Early Onset Dementia and it’s too bad there is very little support out there for us. Just because we are diagnosed, doesn’t mean we all of a sudden can’t find our way out the door.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey Lisa - we absolutely agree. Connect with us over email and let's talk! We're always interested in learning more...

[@LivingLifeWithLisa]

teepasnow Thank you, I will! My channel is about my journey, if that helps you any. It, for now, is from my point of view.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey there - this is Corrie - I emailed you so that we can connect.

[@MzClementine]

LivingLifeWithLisa my heart goes out to you. I have lost 3 woman in my family to this disease. Many blessings to you my dear.

[@rosamarychristiansen5113]

teepasnow I cried while listening to this video. I have trouble getting a point across and keep talking hoping in vain it finally comes clear. Also more and more I 'remember' wrong which makes me so embarrased, I clam up rather than sound stupid. It turns friends off and my husband gets angry at me. I feel like another door of who I was is locked and I can't get it back.

[@heathersumner4497]

Oh my gosh you are so describing my household. There are days when taking care of a person with dementia becomes overwhelming and you feel like it is going to take you under too.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @Heather Sumner, it sounds like life has been handing you quite a lot lately. I hope that things have gotten better since you were last here to watch this video. If you are still dealing with dementia in your household and would like to learn more, please visit www.teepasnow.com or call us at 1-877-877-1671 to discuss options.

[@stlez]

Teepa you're such a gifted teacher! I've understood the science behind dementia but never seen it from the patient's perspective. I really like the point in the end about not isolating our seniors with dementia from the rest of the people because they are not socially appropriate. Dementia and the arts puts a nail on this!

[@WindowPains]

She is SO, SO good at explaining in a way that people can not only understand, but also captivating the audiences attention where they ( we) want to listen and pay attention.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi @GhostingFox, thanks SO much for the comment! Teepa and her team really appreciate it and like knowing that we are helping people learn more.

[@margaretadmirand9825]

Amazing teacher, amazing human being. Where can we get a hard copy of this?...or can we. I just started caring for a woman with dementia and you have sooo opened the door for me and her!!! Thank you.

[@lasandrakaldenberg2602]

This absolutely blows my mind!! How grateful am I for this knowledge!!!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey @Lasandra Kaldenberg, so glad that you are grateful for the knowledge! We are happy to provide it to you and others. If you'd like to learn more, consider checking out what Teepa is doing these days on TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?) or maybe you would like to listen to our podcast (teepasnow.com/services/talk-show/)

[@anniemixer3952]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. The training you are giving for free has, is and will be life changing for not only the caretaker but our loved one. You are giving us the tools to not only understand what is going on but the tools to respond in a loving, caring way. May you and your family be richly blessed. You are changing lives everyday!!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi Annie, thank you for reaching out! My name is Dan and I am part of Teepa's team. We are so happy that Teepa's videos have helped you! For more resources and live learning/training opportunities, please check out her website teepasnow.com. Also, if you'd like to see shorter, how-to type videos, check out Teepa's TikTok page, there are a lot of great tips on there!

[@lindaa5393]

My husband was diagnosed with early onset dementia at 56...now he is almost 71 and a full time job for me. A number of years ago he said to me is "how am I supposed to remember what I forgot". It wasn't a question, but a statement. Thank you for these informative videos. I have bookmarked several of them

[@alexisjuillard4816]

Teepa you are a gem of a woman, i wish people in my domain (physics) were more like you. Your passion, your obvious empathy and sympathy for those poor human beings, your pedagogy, the way you act out and go from reasercher to teacher to crazy old lady... All that in service to your most valuable skill, your expertise. You found a way to align your personality perfectly wih your line of work, admirable and impressive. Thank you

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks, @alexis Julliard! I truly appreciate your thoughts. I'm sure that you will be or are that gem for your domain.

[@gailmcmichael9861]

Yes! Teepa u use all y'r skills and. You have a calling! Been diagnosed at 59years old with MS, a bit late, but I'm glad because I tried to appear normal & walk for longer. My husband became angry at my dementia long story ... but I'm tired. I'm live in South Africa. ××× ♡ Gail

[@FatLittleOldLady]

@@gailmcmichael9861

[@amberbirkin6847]

This lady is just brilliant. Thank you for this wonderful explanation

[@teepasnowvideos]

You're very welcome and we're glad the information was helpful! For more information and support, please visit us at: teepasnow.com/about/pac-mission-and-values/

[@marymolloy562]

Sounds like a nutcase!

[@Catmoore60]

My sister and I are caring for my mom with dementia. She was a teacher with a master’s degree, an avid reader, a lifelong bird watcher and gardener. This disease process is so painful for we her caregivers in that she no longer recognizes common birds nor the flowers she has tended for more than 60 years. She is being robbed of her ability to enjoy reading, can’t follow tv shows, and can no longer understand how to do crosswords or jigsaws. However, it seems that from HER perspective, she doesn’t seem to remember that she used to know these things. The trick is to try and divorce our sorrow, anger and frustration from her care. We keep trying to find things she CAN do, like enjoy music, so that she has at least some quality of life.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Catherine, my name is Paula and I work for Teepa, Thank you for reaching out. I am sorry that your mom is going through this , dementia is a terrible thing and can rob people of the things they love, fortunately or unfortunately (for the caregiver) this is a hard thing to watch. The skill here would be not to dwell on what your mom has lost but to help her to find joy in other things. If music is what she loves and makes her happy then that can be a good thing. Find the music that she loves and play it. It can be tough hiding your sorrow at the things she has lost, but if she is not recognizing that she lost them, it will be harder on you and your sister to remind her and that can be painful. Enjoy her and what she loves. Have a great day. please check out our website. teepasnow.com we have a lot of great things that can help in it.

[@theaweavers8576]

My mum loves swanlake ballet music so i put it on and do .'ballet' .we both laugh and enjoy it xxxx

[@Catmoore60]

My mom loves musicals, and though we’re a year deeper into her slide, when I play Julie Andrews in The Sound of Music or Robert Goulet in Camelot, for example, she knows all the words and will sing them with great feeling. I hope you and your mom continue to dance!

[@jcr3500]

I hope for a kind caregiver like this for my loved ones and/ or myself.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @J Cr, we all want kind care partners as well. If you'd like to learn more (or share with others), visit our website, www.teepasnow.com or check out what Teepa's doing on TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?)

[@dassiemymusic3707]

My first ever dementia patient was clingy and tearful when i went off shift and the way you explained it took me back to that time almost 20yrs ago. I'm a caregiver for the elderly and has cared for soooo many dementia sufferers. It heartbreaking to see and experience

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Dassie My Music, thanks for being a care partner! While it can be heartbreaking for many, we hope that by learning more and being to be with the person will make the experience better for all. If you'd like to know more, please visit www.teepasnow.com or give us a call 1-877-877-1671

[@beverlylamon]

I lost my daughter and when I went into work those people who could not do many things came up to me and gave me love and emotional support, each in their own way.

[@c48622]

Sending you a nice super long warm hug 🤗 along with prayers God bless 💙 you sweetie

[@debbiep6474]

Thank you for shedding light on this sad illness.

[@teepasnowvideos]

That’s why we’re Positive Approach! We want folks to live well with dementia and make the most out of every moment. We’re all doing the best we can with what we’ve got.

[@clickthisforawsomnes]

Watching this made me realise how much of this I somehow learnt during my electronic music production grad year. It’s something you wouldn’t assume would go so closely together. I thought it was only really surface level. I did some help with research and music therapy with communication through just hitting on drums in a circle with seniors with a wide range of neuro issues and I’m really glad your telling people how much these people actually still know because while the words may not be there in English. It’s still competely there in music. One of the things that’s a little off topic but was still amazing was a man I sat next to who had Parkinson’s. And the group had gone into a lead song but I watched his hand quite closely. And even though he was playing along with his normal hand, the twitching hand was playing a perfect counter rhythm. Something that’s extremely difficult to do for a normal person (do both at the same time). But he did it automatically. I asked him later if he had any control over his hand during the song and he said he didn’t. I then said what he had been doing and the amount of surprise, confidence and happiness I saw flood into him is a memory I will cherish. I assume he thought he had lost it. But learning he still had his complex skills he spent a lifetime training clearly meant a huge amount to him. After it was my time to leave the project the only thing I made sure to teach the carers was to compliment more. The media and peoples assumption, especially those going into it is they’ll lose everything. But from my studies I helped with that’s not true. And reminding them they still have a lot of abilities left can be life changing mentally. You just have to change the game. If they can only swim. Change it from walking, climbing and swimming to just swimming and then they’re just as good as anyone else.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Wow, @no edge, great story! It's also wonderful to see how you really saw the person instead of just his Parkinsons. Keep up the good work!

[@gailmcmichael9861]

@no edge. Thanx ♡ G in Africa where sitting in a circle with drums happens in kindergarten!

[@marymowery3183]

Rhythm is definitely a primary skill. As an RN I worked 2nd and 3rd at a long term skilled facility. One of my residents lost both his wife and his mind. So sad. But, he could dance. So often we would fox trot down the hallway, making him so happy . His face was glowing even with his vacancies.

[@timmyturner3705]

A

[@jill3686]

That meant so much to him. I'm sure. You're very kind.

[@thedealer799]

My grandma is also losing her mind after losing her husband. It's hard to watch. I take care of her and I won't give up.

[@maureenjerga2696]

My mother passed many years ago, but had Alzheimer’s for years beforehand. She finally stayed in a memory care facility that was really wonderful. They had a beauty shop (room) where a stylist came in once a week. The ladies in chairs and walkers would queue up for this special day and they were SO happy in that queue. They would all talk to each other in exactly the same rhythm as they did when they actually exchanged stories, etc., but it was word salad. Yet it made them so happy and they all nodded and kept talking to each other. I have told so many people about this over the years and now, I understand why. I must have said “Mein Gott” 10-15 times in the last 30 minutes. Thank you. Churches should be having these seminars to get this information out there. Amazing.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Maureen Jerga, thanks for sharing your story. You suggestion that chuches should have seminars is a good one. You might want to see what videos and articles we offer (teepasnow.com/search/?search=spirituality) on our website or encourage folks you know to contact at 1-877-877-1671.

[@jposton5235]

Thank you so much for not only telling but showing with actions as well. I’m an activity aide in the memory care area and this has been SO helpful! I tend to be loud and it took a while to learn to be quiet lol

[@emmet-jamesblondel1708]

This just makes me respect my grandmother more. She was a “proper” lady, until the very end. She had carers of all backgrounds and races, and the worst thing she said amounted to “oh you are wicked” which was said to me when I caught her finger trimming her nails. It must’ve hurt, and I apologised a lot, but she never hit, she never yelled in anger. We were so lucky.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi @Emmet-James Blondel! Thanks for sharing and I'm glad that your grandmother had you!

[@solanjechong2737]

Teepa Snow you're the absolute best. You have the ability to explain this extremely complexed disease so easily. God bless you

[@IDance4joy2]

As a former nurse's aide, and later, group home manager, I attended many in-service training seminars. I wondered if these attendees knew what they signed up for with Teepa's tactile training methods, lol; no doubt, the content of the class will stick!

[@lexistapleton6691]

I’ve worked as a Nurses Aide for many years at Nursing Homes. Then dealt with my Mother and Father with dementia. I thought I knew all about it. I’ve been watching your all of your videos and for the first time, I’m finally starting to understand, I think everyone should watch you. Thank u dear woman for teaching me. You are very funny too. What an eye opener.

[@lorifarion5274]

I think some Teepa Snow videos should be required in orientation for new hires in the capacity of dementia, even for the nurses who say -- I am an RN and.... -- There are many things that RNs do NOT know.

[@maryannnnewcomer721]

I'm

[@Mail4Lisa]

I completely agree!!!!

[@darlenemacewen9896]

You are an amazing woman/teacher, people need to learn more about Dementia and you can explain this in a way that we understand. There should be more people like you around to give us caregivers the confidence and understanding for our love ones. I now feel more at ease with my spouse to interact with him. THANK YOU, you are a blessing. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@catherinebosley7539]

My Husband has Vascular Dementia,no help,but Teepa has taught me so much,thank you

[@teepasnowvideos]

Happy to help

[@blossomxx5]

I take care of my momma with dementia and I have learned so much from this video! Thank you so much!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @blossomxx5! So glad that you learned so much from this video. If you'd like to learn more and maybe connect with others in this care partner journey, please check out this section of our website (teepasnow.com/resources/for-families-and-friends/) or visit our Facebook community (facebook.com/teepasnows.pac)

[@BGreat2]

Wow! This hits home for me. I went deaf 2 years ago and have had a cochlear implant completed 17 months ago. Some of the language stuff is spot on for what my brain is interpreting. I'm 69 years old and share in the primary care of my 92 year old mother. This is spot on. Thank you.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @BGreat2! Thanks for commenting. It sounds like you have been dealing with a lot these past few years and I commend you for helping in the care of your mother. If you ever want to talk with someone, our team offers free 30-minute consults ([e-mail]) or call us at 1-877-877-1671.

[@angelawilloughby6680]

13:20 my heart nearly broke. It really hit me how debilitating this disease is.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Angela Willoughby! Yes it can be a debilitating disease, but if we are care partners are willing to be there and encourage the person to do what they still can, we believe that it won't be quite so hard. If you'd like to see some folks living well with dementia, check out our core team (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/pac-core-team/). Or to learn more visit www.teepasnow.com

[@Jack-zd5qc]

I have an elderly relative that has the beginning stages of dementia… This lady is teaching me so much about understanding a loved one.

[@deboraha.edwards1407]

That tells me a lot about you. She will bring Mountains of gratitude to your life. Blessed be and keep on keeping on!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Jack! So glad that you are learning so much from Teepa and these videos. We also have other resources at www.teepasnow.com or if you'd like to talk to one of our team, email [e-mail] to set up a free 30-minute conversation.

[@maryblanscet3867]

My daughter just turned 40. This was a lecture about her ,,, all of her life. I usually (now) let her expound at length until a recognizable nugget is found then I acknowledge her nugget and let her know how wonderful her point is. I am very sad for her most days. She has been through the gamut of testing and diagnosis. I am crying now.

[@sallyanngrant1179]

I’m glad you are here.

[@ali_rabbits]

Hi Mary. You are not alone. Sending love and strength to you.

[@liftpanic]

This video absolutely blows my mind. I cared for my mom at the end, and though she didn't have dementia in the diagnosable sense, I recognize SO much about our interactions, and wish I had done better.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @liftpanic. So wow, this blew your mind. We didn't intend that to happen, but we are happy that you were able to make some connections. You did the best that you could with what you knew. I also know that you will do better the next time you encounter someone with brain changes since you are member of our KZbin channel (continuing to learn). You might also want to check out our website: www.teepasnow.com

[@maryraad14]

You did the best you could with the knowledge you had. You lovingly cared for your mom.

[@martivanravenswaay-waddell6810]

ME, TOO! I wish I'd known all this before I cared for my husband while he was dying and then 5 years later, my mom. I just had my husband of 10 yrs. listen to this presentation, as he cared for his mom, too. We will make sure we leave our likes/hates with our last wills and testimonies.

[@echase416]

The acting skills are phenomenal. :) Such excellent illustrations.

[@carenallen5841]

I can not express how greafull I am for finding your video’s....I am over the top..with amazement how you articulate with your body language.. your skits you show us exactly what’s going on in a dementia mind.....I see and hear your training...and understanding more and more each time I visually watch you ..I would love to have your insight and intelligence to work with my patients ..I’m a CNA and it breaks my heart to see people deteriorate day in and day out.. you are a blessing thank you so much

[@pattywood586]

You are a blessing as well for having this intention towards your patients. As someone with a mother with dementia- thank you!

[@thervviking6995]

Great teacher. Well presented.

[@TattedIrishxxx]

I hear you! I just love her, I’m a Hospice aid and I now know how to look at my patients differently and can care for them better.

[@dashlyric2306]

Instablaster...

[@reggiedunbardunbar6409]

@@pattywood586 ???

[@joynkindness]

Thanks for teaching what I was taught by a geriatric doctor years ago. My great grandma had small strokes every day the last years of her life. She would repeat herself when the small strokes occurred and didn't realize it; sometimes. Prayers and Blessings. MM arr

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks for sharing!

[@TheJeanette53]

I wish I had known this when I had my parents. I had no idea. I have so many regrets. God bless you. Keep up the good work..I love the way you teach.

[@maryellenbrown4187]

I am so grateful to Teepa and all the PAC team. I found her just as my husband was diagnosed with dementia. A gift from God to help us navigate Rapid Progressive dementia. Don’t know what I would have done without this knowledge .

[@teepasnowvideos]

@MaryEllen we are grateful for, and so glad we could help!

[@shitmagnet5136]

She's the best, and natural educator.

[@inaminute2312]

Ahh, this was excellent!! In 2015 my then 83 year old mother had an MI. The drs were all focused on it and brushed aside the fact that she couldnt remember her birthday, address (she had lived with me for 4 years after losing her house in tornado with herself being trapped in it in 2011), that her granddaughter worked in that hospital and had for few years. After a day and half, it got better and memories came back but she lost short term memory. Fast forward to 2019, she cant hear very well,doesnt like hearing aids, has glaucoma, just had XEN implants in both eyes but still problems seeing, had TAVR in 2018, takes tramadol 4 times day for spinal stenosis/lep pain, toe problems making hard to walk, wears compression stockings for lymph edema. She still takes care of herself, does laundry, fixes food as long as it's easy stuff and plays piano. She was self taught and played in church from time young until MI. She will randomly misplace dishes because forgets where go, mixes up stories telling creating new ones that she thinks is true and will argue with adult grandson over a memory until I give her cues for the correct one. I noticed the loss of long term memory few weeks ago and as much as it was heart breaking to see my mother go from a strong independent woman to what she is now to then be robbed of these long term memories is sad. Sometimes I get frustrated, not so much at her but at the fact that this person isn't my mom. Sometimes she's a manipulator, a liar, a sneaker, just someone I take care of, take to dr appts trying to keep healthy, who no longer can have a deep conversation. Even talking about past memories, long term memories, cant get too involved. Shes 88, but still can play any hymnal you ask her to by memory, as cant see the music sheets anymore, and can change the chords to whatever you need. This is pretty much all we have left of who she is. I miss the other pieces of her too.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Wow, @Weebleswooble, it sounds like you've been dealing with a lot these past few years. We hope that things have gotten better. If you ever want to talk with someone about things, please reach out to [e-mail] or call us 1-877-877-1671.

[@KenGriffiths]

I find myself watching your videos and have no idea why! I don't have dementia (yet) I don't know anyone with dementia (yet) but I get the feeling this stuff is going to come in handy one day.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Knowledge is power and many of our techniques are applicable to people of all ages and not just people living with dementia.

[@mollyanonymous925]

Wow. I wish I had watched this 8 months ago when I started working at a nursing home! This is great knowledge!

[@lorifarion5274]

I think some Teepa Snow videos should be required in orientation for new hires in the capacity of dementia, even for the nurses who say -- I am an RN and.... -- There are many things that RNs do NOT know.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Molly Notell and @Lori Farion! Thanks for the suggestion about training requirements. Please consider sharing information about our education offerings with those you know. Here's a link to our organization page: teepasnow.com/dementia-education-for-organizations-overview/ which explains many of the options available to groups. Or if you just want to learn for yourself, check out this section: teepasnow.com/resources/for-professionals/

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey @Molly Notell, if you are still wanting more videos, consider subscribing to our KZbin Channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) or check out what Teepa's now doing on Tik Tok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?)

[@michaelyates7029]

I never have heard of you and wish I heard you sooner, I work in memory Care and you are a God send, thank you teepa

[@marybevi6196]

These are wonderful---thank you so much!! I had an experience of that connection--when right lights up left--- with my mother the other day. I started praying a familiar prayer with her and she suddenly asked, "where is Tom?" (My late father) And then, "Oh, look, there's Mary!" (to Me). She hadn't remembered me before that and hadn't asked about my father for awhile. It was a blessing--in a way, it was a real miracle. I am looking forward to more of these videos! Thank you so much, Teepa, you are a godsend!!!🙏💝

[@arnettanevelsmaxie6363]

Great video. It helped me to understand my mom who is 88 years old. I have been caring for her for the last three years. I can see how this disease is progressing and I can identify which stage is in. Thanks

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hello @Arenetta, Thank you for sharing your comment with us! We are thankful that you found something helpful. If you are looking for more resources, please visit our consultation support: teepasnow.com/services/consulting/phone-consultations/?swcfpc=1, or our free on-line dementia journal at: teepasnow.com/online-dementia-journal/. Thank you so much!

[@jann9507]

Dear Teepa Thank you for posting this. I’m a state official with Senior care - and this video was very helpful to understand the nuances of dementia. Thank you for what you do. The gesticulations, rhythm and loss of language examples were amazingly helpful.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @jann9507, you are very welcome. So glad to know that this video helped you understand more about dementia. If you would like to learn more from our team, please visit www.teepasnow.com or call us at 1-877-877-1671 to connect.

[@lindadowning7101]

Your the best, I wish I’d seen this many years ago…. I wish they’d teach this at every dementia group caregivers meetings

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Linda Downing! Thanks for commenting. Maybe you would consider telling others about Positive Approach to Care (www.teepansnow.com) and let folks know that we do more than videos, we also offer free 30-minute consults to anyone who wants to talk about a situation or issue they are experiencing. Contact us: [e-mail] or 1-877-877-1671.

[@shaykay3075]

I really like how she shows and explains .

[@vikingdemonpr]

The algorithm got me here and all I have to say is that you are an amazing teacher and we need more people like you in this world. 😃💙

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @VikingDemonPR, I'm glad that the algorithm got you to us as well. If you'd like to see more of what Teepa is doing, consider subscribing to our KZbin Channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) or TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?)

[@Floatingaccidentallike]

I am just binge watching all your videos. You are an amazing and talented speaker. Learning so much.

[@chellegriggs]

OMG, this is amazing...thank you for what you do...and the man in the yellow will be an awesome caregiver, when Teepa was beside him acting out a panic person, he reached up and comforted her..

[@lorifarion5274]

Also interesting is when she said (as the caregiver), "you're not gonna hit me, right?" -- I caught that. During a hospital admission a PT was talking to my mom, who was 90 years old with vascular dementia, and said something like, "I know this is isn't pleasant and you can hit me, scratch me, or do whatever you want..." My mom looked at her and then looked at me, with a furrowed forehead and said, "Now why would I want to do that?"...

[@sandradixon3866]

This is a wonderful presentation. Thank you for being such a great teacher. You described my mom at about 12 and a half minutes in. It’s so bizarre to watch as she’s always been so intrigued by conversation with any and everyone.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks for sharing, @Sandra Dixon! We are glad that you found this video helpful. If you would like to know more, please visit www.teepasnow.com or check out other videos here on our KZbin channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQw)

[@nancismith5231]

I have become the caregiver for my roommate. After COVID & 5 months in rehab he has noticeable memory loss. Having watched this video I hope to be more tolerant of what he is going through. I wish I had seen this during the 8 years I took care of my mother who had dementia. Thank you so much.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Nanci Smith, thanks for taking care of your roommate. I'm hoping that you will be more tolerant too. If you'd like to learn more, please visit www.teepasnow.com or consider subscribing to our KZbin Channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) so that you will be notified of new videos as we post them.

[@robertasmart4396]

I love your work so much. I use music, singing and dancing to bring well-being to my residents, it's my natural gift and brings out theirs too. Thank you Teepa.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Roberta Smart! So glad that you love our work. I love that you are using your natural gift to bring out the gifts of others. Keep up the good work. Thanks also for being part of our KZbin Member Community!

[@SirSoup44]

I'm a nursing student and I work in aged care. My wing is mainly late stage dementia and these videos are really helping me to build relationships with residents. I've definitely had many of these situations happen but the residents make my day. I love being brought into whatever is happening in their world

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @Zack Innes, we're so happy to hear that you love your work! We need people like you to continue to care for those living with dementia. Since it sounds like you are dealing with late stage care, you may be interested in some additional videos on that topic in particular (shop.teepasnow.com/jsf/woocommerce-archive/tax/product_tag:315/) or these specific titles on our KZbin Channel (kzbin.infosearch?query=late%20stage)

[@missdemeanor3494]

I watch Teepa all the time I’ve learned so much!!! But this video …. Oh my god. I cried and cried. My poor husband that I love so much. I’m so glad I heard this. But I’m hurting so much for him. Oh my god.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @Miss Demeanor, I'm glad that you are watching our videos and I'm sorry that you are hurting for your husband. Please reach out to us to talk with someone about it at [e-mail] or 1-877-877-1671. As you know, this journey can be difficult for all involved.

[@Sandisue]

I soooo wish I’d had this type of knowledge and education when my beautiful Momma was diagnosed.

[@kendrabrauer3023]

Me too...now I understand

[@cathynuytten798]

Me too. Both my mom an dad had dementia. I did however see a couple of things that I did with my dad just out of instinct and she validated my decisions. Great lesson!

[@dfknoxcross]

Thank you so much for your videos. I worked in a memory care unit for years when I was in my late teens - early 20s but now as I get older I fear dementia affecting my parents. These videos have helped me gain a personal understanding of what I might expect.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @D. Knoxcross! Wow, so glad to hear that have gained a personal understanding. If are still wanting to learn more, please check out the friends and family page (teepasnow.com/resources/for-families-and-friends/) or contact us to talk ([e-mail]

[@jenniferscott3176]

This women is brilliant 👏 everyone needs to listen to her just to help each other understand each other

[@frankciborski835]

Thank you for educating and doing so with a sense of humor and compassion.

[@fletchqc9900]

No one in my family has dementia but I've been interested in dementia for a while, and this lady is incredibly entertaining! Definitely a great way of teaching.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey, @FletchQC, thanks for watching and wanting to learn more! Besides KZbin, we have a website (www.teepasnow.com) full of more information or you may also want to check out what Teepa's doing these days on TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?)

[@shulamiteKINGSbride]

My dad had dementia. He spoke like he always did. He slept a lot. Other areas suffered like remembering driving skills and walking was shakey. Thank for this.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Shulamite, thanks for sharing your experience with you dad. We really appreciate it.

[@BasaPete]

This video is very helpful, thank you. Both my mom (86) and dad (89) have dementia. Mom has lost her memory and her ability to carry on a conversation. She has lost her desire for her favourite activities and spends her time just sitting. She is angry and resentful toward us caregivers. Dad is delusional, sees things that aren't there and believes he is living in his earlier life. He also has bouts of anger. Doctors are medicating him, which seems to help. However, he sleeps a lot. We wanted them both to stay at home, but now that's impossible. They're both scheduled to enter a long term care nursing home, a sad ending for the greatest mom and dad in the world.

[@lindanoakes9170]

Well at least they have given you good memories that you are using to remember earlier times.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi @Basa Pete, I know that much time has passed since you wrote this comment, but if you are needing to speak with someone about things, please reach out to one of Teepa's team. We are available via phone [phone] or email [e-mail]

[@a.evelyn5498]

How amazing that she offered her team’s help… how beautiful. Aren’t residency homes scary though? I never want to go to one. I’m in my 20s & I’d rather die young than be in a home because I think I have an irrational fear of elder abuse. I’m not judging whatsoever for your choice to put them in a home. I’m just scared of everything. Is it reasonable at all? Are old folks homes ever ok?

[@BasaPete]

@@a.evelyn5498 We all say we will never live in an old folk's home. My mom and dad said that. However, when the time comes, when we can no longer take care of ourselves, what choice do we have? The best way to fight dementia is to stay active and healthy.

[@janedee3606]

I wish I would have seen this 7 years ago. My Mom had dementia and this would have made both our lives so much easier. Amazing video

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Jane Dee, I'm sorry that you didn't find us sooner, but I'm sure that you did the best that you could for your mom and we are glad that you found us now.

[@elainelyles2102]

I stumbled on this video and I'm pretty glad I did. Dementia runs in my family, and I have been worried about my future and the possibility of developing it ever since I've seen members of my family go through and I've also been worried about seeing my mother or father developing it as they get older. This really helped me understand it better, especially things I never knew about it before. Thank you for being so informative and in putting it in simple ways that can be understood for those outside of the medical field.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Elaine Lyles, thanks for sharing your concerns! We're glad you stumbled on this video too. Please know that you can reach out to us anytime if you have concerns. Check out our website (www.teepasnow.com) or call us 1-877-877-1671.

[@susanaholton5295]

She is an amazing teacher. Her videos should be used in Faculty Development programs to help every teacher/professor become more effective. Thank you. I know that I will be listening to and sharing her work with others.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Susan A Holton! Thanks for the suggestion. Feel free to share your idea with others as our team would be happy to help other become more effective communicators. Contact us at [e-mail] or call 1-877-877-1671 for more information.

[@aliciaeverson4763]

Agreed...mandatory viewing by all caregivers! She is one incredible teacher! Yhsnk you for posting.

[@teepasnowvideos]

You are so right, @Alicia Everson! As a member of Teepa's team, we are working to get her videos as mandatory viewing for all care partners. If you have any ideas on how to make that happen, please reach out to us at [e-mail] or 1-877-877-1671

[@treeflesh1661]

This is really saddening to me and also really helpful. I've watched a few of your videos and my grandmother recently moved in with us, she cries a lot and goes mute after she says stuff that confuses the rest of my family. I'm happy to learn more about this. She hasn't been diagnosed per se, but my dad is a nurse and he says she has dementia, so I'm just going with what he says. So much of this resonates with my grandmother's situation. It's disheartening to realize, sometimes she gets mean but she's still my grandma. I love her and I'd like to learn much more.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @treeflesh! It sounds like you are a little sad about the situation, but being willing to learn more and to continue to help her is wonderful. So you'd like to learn more? We would be happy to help. Please visit the friends and family page of our website (teepasnow.com/resources/for-families-and-friends/) or consider subscribing to our KZbin channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) fo that you can be notified when we post new videos.

[@FlowersfromNan]

God give you patience and all you need to assist your grandmother in her declining years. God bless you and her.

[@Carol-ng3qi]

I have witnessed these behaviors and the languages and now I have a greater understanding because of your video. Thank you!

[@pfridell8424]

So that's where all those words went! And yet as a cashier, I can talk to customers all day long. Easy peazy. Thanks for the insight!

[@kevinreichenbach5326]

I wish I knew this when I was working as a paramedic. I was brought to tears knowing how much I didn't know. Thanks

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Kevin Reichenbach, I'm sorry you didn't have this information sooner, but thanks for watching and learning now.

[@sandrariley7468]

Very helpful in dealing with a patient who has dementia. Thank you.❤

[@judithharper6731]

Wow! So very informative and helpful. I see all of this and will be a much better caregiver as the result of this half hour session. Thank you.

[@melmac15]

This lady is an incredible teacher!

[@richt6353]

She is an excellent teacher!

[@lauralijames6316]

God Blessings, You are a miracle worker, a beautiful and sweet angel sharing your great gift, providing enlightenment to all care givers with this amazing knowledge, to benefit our loved ones lives. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@Wombat1420]

Teepa, you are a true treasure! Thank you so much for these wonderful videos!

[@castleofcostamesa8291]

Teepa you are a blessing! Thank you so much for your presentation!

[@brendanblakely5118]

This channel has great info I was just diagnosed with early onset dementia a couple months ago I'm 25 about to be 26

[@unvenus]

Welcome, Brendan. Might you be interested in joining us for some future webinars? If so, please connect with us over email so that we can get you some info.

[@robinsk5644]

It was heartbreaking for me to read where you were diagnosed with dementia at such an early age Brendan. I am so sorry. My dad had dementia in his early eighties but has now gone home to be with the Lord. May God be with you and show you His kindness and grace. May the love of His Son Jesus surround you and embrace you warmly. Please take care.

[@igginsstephan7708]

I never heard of someone being that young. God bless you.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hello, @Brendan Blakely, We are so glad that you found us (even if it's been 3 years since you first wrote this message) - sorry it's taken us so long to respond. As a member of Teepa's team, I'm wondering if you might be interested in connecting with us for support. Teepa holds regular meetings once a month with people living with Dementia called Let's Talk or you might to explore this section of our website for people living with dementia (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/). You can always reach out to us 1-877-877-1671 or [e-mail]

[@kimhorton7404]

I just discovered you Teepa and Wow, this teaching has helped me immensely understand what is happening to both my elderly parents. They are in assisted living now, thank goodness, but I am involved on a weekly basis. They both manifest this disease differently and this has helped me understand why some days they seem “normal” and other days it’s like, “What??” They are functional, atleast Mom is, but Dad has become the quiet one and highly dependent upon Mom to interpret daily life. They are borderline memory care. Thank you for putting this content out for family members like me to better understand and relate to them in their final years! Instead of the frustration I have felt I now have empathy and understanding and can hopefully communicate better with both.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Kim Horton, you are very welcome. We're glad to hear that you have found a better understanding of what's happening with your parents. If you'd like to learn more, please check out our other videos here on KZbin (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) or visit www.teepasnow.com

[@jfro3685]

I wish I found your channel about 4 years ago. The frustration this would’ve resolved is ten fold. However finding this content now will help greatly. Thank you 🙏

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey J Fro, thanks for reaching out. This is Dan from Teepa's team. "I wish I would have known" is the comment we get a lot. Teepa's messages and skills are so helpful and important, yet so few know about it. We are so glad you have found Teepa now! If you'd like to learn more, we'd love it if you subscribed to the channel so you can be notified when new videos come out. You can also check out Teepa's website, teepasnow.com to see other resources, products, and training opportunities available. If you'd like to see some short, skill-building videos, she has recently joined TikTok as well. Because so many people are in the same boat as you, it can be really helpful if you'd share out this video and any others you like to friends and family :) Thanks!

[@1god4life11]

Wow thank you so much for this educational and informative video , our mother and father had dementia and I am 58 I have two older sisters and I’ve been so so afraid to get the same illness as our parents had! You educated me so much and I 🙏🏻 thank you . .im going to share this video to my two oldest sisters

[@rosemarykirby7489]

So good! My daughter has Down Syndrome and she swears like a trooper sometimes. And she spits when she’s really mad. And she doesn’t have good vision in her periphery. And her language lags. Much in common! I did grieve for what she lost but once I accepted it, I realize how much she has remaining. We love each other so much and have fun whenever we can! Alzheimer’s disease can be enjoyable too!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Rosemary Kirby! So glad that you are having fun whenever you can with your daughter! That's a great way to approach dementia and life as a whole, yes?

[@deerangel9852]

I can’t believe I just sat through and watched half an hour of this video. It was so interesting and intriguing that I just had to keep watching!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Wow, thank you @Dear Angel! If you'd like to watch some more, please check out our channel (kzbin.info/door/SXrEX7LkWOmfTaV6u1C7wQ) or visit our store for more videos (shop.teepasnow.com/)

[@carolynhiscock9457]

you make it so real,it explains behaviour.Thank you.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks, @Carolyn Hiscock! I appreciate your comment and really love that you see value in using the Snow Approach with everyone, not just people living with dementia to make a more caring community. If you like this video, you may also want to this quick one on challenging behaviors (kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKG7lpicj5edd68) or check out some of resources at teepasnow.com/store/

[@michelleamaris9591]

As a 53 year old, just diagnosis with early dementia, this made it a little less scary. I can also show this to my kids to help them understand. Thank you so much! I'm definitely subscribing.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Michelle Amaris, I'm glad we made this a little less scary and that you can share it with your kids. I'd also like to offer up some connections for you and them. Please check out this page (teepasnow.com/resources/for-people-living-with-dementia/) for yourself and this one for your kids (teepasnow.com/resources/for-families-and-friends/). We are here for you too!

[@michelleamaris9591]

@Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care Thank you so much for the information and support. It means a lot to me. 💕

[@debbiemorris346]

We lost our father , father in law, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was so intelligent & could cover up so well for a long time , but what is wife didn’t tell us is she was so frightened because he got really angry in private & physically abusive , this wasn’t him , & he was trying to escape the house by using a knife & fork to try to unlock the door ! I completely get it now everything has fallen in to place ! You are absolutely brilliant thank you from the bottom of my heart 💜!

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @Debbie Morris, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing part of your story with us. I'm sure it was very hard for all of you. If you ever need to talk, please reach out for a free 30-minute consult ([e-mail]) or 1-877-877-1671.

[@chrichico]

I really appreciate your approach. My mom was diagnosed and your videos are gold. Thank you for sharing the info.

[@teepasnowvideos]

You are so welcome! Thank you for your appreciation.

[@tandiparent1949]

WoW!! I just found your videos and subscribed. About 5 months ago I moved back to my home state of Oklahoma to be here for my adopted mom who has dementia; I will definitely be watching the rest of your videos!! Blessings to you and thank you very much. 💐

[@andrewvoya5234]

I am my mothers carer. My my…. The lessons learned from this very very experienced and knowledgeable woman who obviously cares and has studied these awful realities with such detail cannot be paid enough for. Thank you Teepa , from both of us. Bless.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hey @andrew voya, you are very welcome! I'm happy to help you and your mother. You might want to listen to our weekly podcast (teepasnow.com/services/talk-show/) or visit our website (www.teepasnow.com) for more.

[@kathleenbrumm3581]

Thank you for teaching the teacher! I need this level of understanding now. Best of all - these suggestions and recommendations help so much.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Glad it was helpful! @Kathleen, we never stop learning! If you would like more information or to get certified to share this information from Teepa, check out these links: teepasnow.com/about-dementia/ teepasnow.com/services/one-day-public-skills-champion-course/ teepasnow.com/resources/for-professionals/ teepasnow.com/

[@Perizaddancer]

Wow. I know nothing about dementia and stumbled onto your channel. Your explanation and instruction is wonderful. Very clear and easy to understand.

[@ColorCarnage]

I saw your videos years ago but I still think about the knowledge you shared in them almost everyday. I've found myself sharing that information to others too! What you're doing is making a world of difference 💚

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks for sharing, @Color Carnage! All of us being willing to learn more and share with others is the only way we will be able to change the culture of care for those living with dementia! Please consider subscribing to our Online Dementia Journal (teepasnow.com/newsletter-subscribe/) or check out what Teepa is doing these days on TikTok (www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow?)

[@janineasquith8217]

Thankyou, you speak my language, I educate carers and families who are caring for someone with dementia. From a community dementia nurse in NSW Australia

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thank you for all that you do to provide support for people living with dementia and their families!

[@micheale-lynnjackson7839]

This is session is beyond exceptional. I am a retired school base SLP. My mom was diagnosed with Dementia’s Alsheimer’s. I wish this class and Teepa Snow would be highly recommended to family at the time of diagnosis. Thank you Teepa Snow.

[@teepasnowvideos]

Hi, @micheale-lynnjackson7839, we have the same wish! We are doing all we can to encourage those who make diagnosis aware of us. We also wish that people would check out us as soon as they have concerns as even the diagnosis journey can be difficult alone. Please share our information with others. Our website is www.teepasnow.com or you can check out our non-profit Snow Approach Foundation (www.snowapproach.org) where we have a traning facility as well as programs for all.

[@janeherman7055]

Thank you so much, I work with dementia every day and even I forget some of this stuff, these are great reminders!

[@cassieh5506]

I have been a caregiver for about 2 years now. About a month ago, I got the honor of getting hired at the same assisted living facility my sweet grandma (on my dad's side) lives at. She has had dementia for a few years now, but just recently she has progressed into the moderate stages, and just recently got transferred to the memory care center. She is still her cheerful self, and likes to visit, but her vocabulary has definitely decreased. The amount of times she has to "find the right word" happens numerous times a day. And my grandma is one of the more capable residents there; we definitely have more severe cases--very nonverbal patients in the memory care unit, who are not only difficult to understand but difficult to communicate with as well. Content like this is so valuable for caregivers like me to better understand the nature of communicating with those afflicted with this illness. Thank you immensely for this, Teepa! ☺🙏

[@teepasnowvideos]

Thanks @Cassie, congrats on the position! I hope you are able to share with others this content as we aim to change the culture of care. If you want more information, check out: teepasnow.com/about-dementia/

[@carolined3058]

She puts it so right !