364: You Gotta Have a Plan!
About this episode
Teepa and Greg discuss the importance of having a plan in place when caring for someone with dementia, especially in moments of distress.
Reach, throw, go. If you see someone showing signs of distress while in the water, those three options could help potentially save a person's life. The same concept applies in dementia care, as Teepa and Greg discuss in this week's episode. If a person living with dementia is showing you signs of distress through their words or actions, having a plan in place could make a radical difference in how a situation plays out. Want to go deeper? A plan only works if you have the skills to back it up. Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™) offers structured learning experiences that help care partners and professionals build ready-to-use strategies — so when a moment arises, you're not starting from scratch. 🔹 Build your skills: Champion Courses equip you with a practical, step-by-step approach to dementia care — including how to recognize and respond when someone is showing signs of distress. → Link 🔹 Get ongoing support: The Care Partner Support Series gives you a regular space to learn, ask questions, and plan alongside other care partners. → Link 🔹 Bring this training experience to your team: If you're a professional or work within an organization, the Dementia Educator Certification…
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