Please feel free to look through the album. If you have a picture you would like to share with others, send us an e-mail.
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Inverness, Scotland (Spring 2008) – 14 viewsWith a small group we were able to move our lunch outdoors at Cameron House...and even relax in recliners all day as we discussed the subject of dementia. :)
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Inverness, Scotland (Spring 2008) – 13 viewsAt Cameron House (many thanks to Kath McGough and supporting staff!) we held the most wonderful tea party. An elder passed along a three tiered platter asking while pointing to different options, "Would you like a chocolate thingy, a chocolate thingy or a cake thingy?" Laughs all around!
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Tea Party Exchanges – 13 viewsWithin the full day of training at St. John's we enjoyed a tea party with the residents...and absolutely fantastic conversation!
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St. John's Mercy (St. Louis, MO) – 15 views"A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart, and can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words."
- Anonymous
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St. John's Mercy (St. Louis, MO) – 15 views"The most wasted of all days is one without laughter." ~E.E. Cummings
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Group Poetry (with John Killick) – 13 viewsJohn (a master facilitator) lead us in a group poetry exercise applicable to the care of those with dementia. Tips shared and lessons taught made us feel capable of re-creating this activity.
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Fall 2007 Kansas City Conference – 14 viewsWhen John Killick and Kate Allan agreed to present at our November Educational Conference, we realized there was an opportunity to not only discuss the use of creativity but practice it. Potato prints half way through the day added a splash of color and delight.
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Philadephia, PA (Fall 2007) – 14 viewsWouldn't it be great to say we offered a training on this thing? Instead our presentations at the AFA National Conference took place at the hotel just across the street.
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Great Falls, MT (Alzheimer's Educational Conference) – 17 viewsThe "Numbers Game" kept the audience focused and involved!
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Cartoon CrossTraining – 15 viewsWhile training for Eagle Healthcare, we visited Lewiston, Idaho where Deena Watson (right) is the Administrator of Orchards Rehab. Our workshop challenged participants to think differently...and try new things. An exercise involving the illustration of Mickey Mouse added a lot to the day!
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Balloon Bouquet – 18 viewsAt Pinehurst Park Terrace in Seattle, WA, we used an on-site visit to create what we call "Balloon Bouquets" with the elders and staff. The finished product was quite popular!
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Laughter in Seattle, WA – 13 viewsSometimes it's hard to keep it in the road when something makes you gut laugh. This was just one of those times!
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Teamwork -- Cathlamet, WA – 10 viewsThe staff at Columbia View Care Center in Cathlamet, WA, kept things fun for a full day of training! Duncan Cruickshank (Admin on the right) left people in his dust when it came to the brainstorming exercises.
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Bean Bags - Mid-Toss! – 12 viewsIt's not uncommon to invite participants to truly participate in our programs. Bean bags are an instant hit!
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Bellingham, WA – 19 viewsAfter keynoting the Alzheimer Society conference we participated in a workshop masterfully lead by one of the greatest dementia care specialists, Teepa Snow. Our dear friend, Mary Arthur (Administrator from Sunnyside) shared in the experience.
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Brainstorming at John Knox Village – 12 viewsWe know that in every group there is a ton of experience and knowledge...we simply have to tap into that source for creative problem solving. In Lee's Summit, we were privileged to work with an amazing team of carers.
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Hands On – 11 viewsOur in-service workshops give caregivers the opportunity to exercise their creative minds and show their compassionate hearts. This was a unique activity where we worked with the elders (who have dementia) and C.N.A.'s in tandem.
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Group Rhythms – 13 viewsIn many of our workshops we address the value of drumming and connecting qualities of rhythm. Even the kazoo has a place in the drum circle!
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John Knox Village (2006) – 11 viewsThe two-day workshop we ran on-site at John Knox Village certainly encouraged team building...and lots of laughter.
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Vancouver, British Columbia – 12 viewsIn October 2006 we presented a full day workshop for The Society for the Arts in Dementia Care and other Associate Organizations. Great group of people!
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Fiji - Natabua Old People's Home – 58 viewsJuly 2005- This picture was shot from the amazing garden located along the back edge of the Natabua Old People's Home property. You can see the clothes line and colorful blankets... this adds a sense of normalcy and home!
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Fiji - Natabua Old People's Home – 67 viewsJuly 2005 - Pronounced 'NAH-TAHM-BOO-UH', located in Lautoka, Fiji. 25 Residents reside here, with 14 staff members.
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Fiji - Lautoka – 63 views2005- In Lautoka, Fiji, Edcon held a training seminar from 11:30-2:00p.m. on July 13th. Thirty participants came to learn more about dementia or memory loss.
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Positive Reinforcement – 79 viewsApril 29, 2005- Anchorage, Alaska. In many of our workshops we look at the difference between positive and negative reinforcement. This exercise was even MORE FUN when we were able to go to the rooftop at the Anchorage Pioneers' Home!
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Juneau, Alaska – 69 viewsJune 13, 2005 - A group of fantastic health care professionals and families gathered in Juneau, Alaska for Edcon's Staying In Touch program. One participant, Gail, was so enthused about using puppets to engage residents, that she brought in her Folkmanis collection. We all got in touch with our natural child on this day!
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Sunnyside, Washington – 76 viewsIn January 2005 we had a wonderful time in Sunnyside, Washington, doing training for Hillcrest Manor. Great minds came together in break out groups.
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Columbia, MO April 29, 2005 – 74 viewsThe MLN Program titled Achieving Excellence in Dementia Care drew quite a crowd. Nancy Maddox, the staff coordinator for St. James Veteran's Home, listens intently and takes notes.
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Deposits/Withdrawals – 75 viewsMany people have heard us refer to a concept coined by Dr. Steven Covey, "Emotional Bank Accounts." This pig is a gentle and cute reminder to constantly make deposits.
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