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Dying for a Cuppa - The Podcast
Dying for a Cuppa with Teepa Snow
We are back!! Series 3 kicking off with an incredible first guest! This week on Dying for a Cuppa, I’m joined by the truly amazing Teepa Snow — world-renowned dementia care expert and all-round human legend.https://teepasnow.com/Teepa and I first chatted back in 2021, and it is an absolute honour to welcome her back for a cuppa and a deeply meaningful conversation. Together, we talk all things dementia and end-of-life, exploring what really matters when it comes to care, connection, and presence.
2026-01-26
56 min
Living Our Best With Memory Loss
Dementia Care: How to Live Your Best Life with Teepa Snow (Part 2)
How do you find joy and purpose after a diagnosis?In Part 2 of our deep dive with world-renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow, our hosts Bob, Denis, and SuAnne continue their conversation about the realities of living with memory loss. While Part 1 focused on the mechanics of the brain, Part 2 explores the heart: how to navigate relationships, how to advocate for yourself, and how to continue "Living Our Best" despite the challenges of cognitive decline.Teepa Snow joins us to listen, learn, and offer her unique perspective on the "Positive Approach to Care," specifically focusing on the lived experiences of...
2026-01-20
22 min
Living Our Best With Memory Loss
Is it Normal Aging or Dementia? Teepa Snow on Finding Your Cognitive Baseline (Part 1)
Are you worried that your forgetfulness—or a loved one's—might be more than just a "senior moment"? Join us for a powerful conversation with world-renowned Dementia expert Teepa Snow.About This Episode:In Part 1 of this special two-part series, the hosts of Living Our Best with Memory Loss (who are living with their own diagnoses) sit down with Teepa Snow to discuss the shift from fear to empowerment. Teepa explains why we need to treat brain health like any other vital sign and how the "Quarterback" method ensures the person experiencing cogn...
2026-01-13
29 min
The Whole Care Network
Know Your Person, Know Yourself: Better Dementia Care with Teepa Snow
My guest today is world-renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow, occupational therapist and founder of the Positive Approach to Care, which offers training, services, and resources to families and professionals worldwide. Teepa has spent decades helping people understand the brain changes behind dementia and, just as importantly, how to support both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. In our conversation, we discuss strategies for interacting with your care partner from mild cognitive impairment on, what changes and what stays the same, accepting help from others, why knowing your person and k...
2025-12-23
53 min
Daughterhood The Podcast: For Caregivers
Know Your Person, Know Yourself: Better Dementia Care with Teepa Snow
My guest today is world-renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow, occupational therapist and founder of the Positive Approach to Care, which offers training, services, and resources to families and professionals worldwide. Teepa has spent decades helping people understand the brain changes behind dementia and, just as importantly, how to support both the person living with dementia and the caregiver. In our conversation, we discuss strategies for interacting with your care partner from mild cognitive impairment on, what changes and what stays the same, accepting help from others, why knowing your person and k...
2025-11-13
53 min
Dementia Matters
Taking a Positive Approach to Dementia Care with Strategies from Teepa Snow
Caring for someone living with dementia can be both deeply meaningful and incredibly challenging. Finding effective ways to connect, communicate and provide support often requires shifting how we see and respond to changes in the brain. In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, renowned dementia care specialist Teepa Snow joins the podcast to share her insights on improving life with dementia through empathy and understanding. As the founder of Positive Approach to Care (PAC), Teepa has developed the Snow Approach, a set of practical and compassionate techniques designed to empower care partners. She discusses the philosophy behind her methods...
2025-11-05
51 min
Brain Talk | Being Patient for Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers
Ask Teepa Anything: An Expert on Dementia Caregiving
In our latest “Ask Teepa Anything” Live Talk, dementia care expert Teepa Snow answers caregivers’ real-world questions — from safe ways to help a person up after a fall to medication trade-offs, late-stage planning, and day-to-day communication.Snow is an occupational therapist with more than 40 years of clinical and academic experience. She developed the GEMS States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach training strategies, founded Positive Approach to Care, and co-founded the Snow Approach Foundation in Hillsborough, North Carolina. —-If you loved listening to this Live Talk, visit our website to find more of our...
2025-10-28
41 min
Spotlight on Care: Alzheimer's Caregiving
Coping with Challenging Situations in Dementia Care with Teepa Snow
Join Steve and Virginia for an enlightening conversation with renowned dementia care educator Teepa Snow as we explore how to cope with challenging situations when supporting people living with dementia. Teepa shares her compassionate, person-centered approach to understanding the why behind these challenges, and offers practical techniques for de-escalating tense situations, identifying common triggers, and maintaining dignity and connection. Whether you’re a family care partner or professional care provider, Teepa’s decades of expertise will transform the way you respond to challenging situations and provide actionable strategies that make a real difference in daily care. Teepa's Websi...
2025-10-14
31 min
ThinkWell AgeWell Podcast
Teepa Snow’s Practical Strategies to Support Loved Ones with Dementia
Teepa Snow shares practical tools and compassionate strategies to support dementia care through empathy, curiosity, and her Positive Approach to Care.----In this episode, I sit down with Teepa Snow, one of the world’s leading educators on dementia and brain change. We explore her Positive Approach to Care, why language like “brain change” matters, and practical tools that reduce distress and increase dignity for people living with dementia. Teepa’s wisdom, humor, and compassion shine through as she reminds us that caregivers can profoundly influence quality of life.----Teepa Sn...
2025-09-30
1h 13
Manchester Living Podcast
Episode 57: The Top Drawer In The Kitchen with Teepa Snow
World-renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow returns to The Manchester Living Podcast with fresh insights into dementia care. In this episode, she offers practical advice for families and caregivers navigating the challenges of cognitive change. Drawing from more than four decades of experience, Teepa shares her expertise and her signature positive approach to care — emphasizing effective strategies, compassionate communication, and the importance of person-centered support.
2025-09-26
54 min
The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers
From Caregiver to Care Partner: Rethinking Dementia Support with Teepa Snow
What if supporting someone with dementia wasn’t about fixing, but connecting?Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to mean losing connection or dignity. In this powerful episode, Teepa Snow shares how to shift from “caregiving” to “care partnering” and reveals practical, relationship-based strategies for navigating brain change with empathy and skill.In this episode, you will:Discover the P.I.P.E.S. framework and how it can improve communication and careLearn why shifting your mindset from caregiver to care partner transforms the entire e...
2025-05-26
44 min
Caring for Your Aging Parents
Embracing the GEMS Model: Transformative Strategies for Compassionate Dementia Care with Teepa Snow
Caring for Your Aging ParentsSeason 02 Episode 13Embracing the GEMS Model: Transformative Strategies for Compassionate Dementia Care with Teepa SnowIn this insightful conversation, Teepa offers practical strategies for navigating the complexities of dementia care. She highlights the importance of adapting caregiver expectations, fostering compassionate relationships, and addressing challenging behaviors with empathy and understanding.Teepa has worked with those living with a wide variety of neurodivergent conditions. Her philosophy of care is reflective of her education, work experience, medical research, academic instruction, and first-hand caregiving experiences.
2025-01-07
38 min
HOT FLASHES & COOL TOPICS
Coping with Caregiving: Tips from Dementia Expert Teepa Snow
Research shows that 1 in 4 Americans over the age of 50 are now caregivers. It certainly hits home for this podcast. This week we invited Teepa Snow on the show to talk about caregiving. Teepa is a dementia care expert who founded Positive Approach to Care (PAC). We talk about what dementia is and how to help the dementia patient while still taking care of ourselves. It is a fine line to walk and Teepa offers great advice. Show Notes/Links: www.hotflashescooltopics.com Giveaway: 12/2-12/6: https://www.subscribepage.com/giveaway2024 Tee...
2024-12-04
48 min
Able to Care
Understanding Dementia: Insights from Teepa Snow
Join Andy Baker on the Able to Care Podcast as he sits down with Teepa Snow, one of the world’s foremost dementia care educators, to explore practical techniques for compassionate caregiving. Teepa shares insights from her renowned Positive Approach to Care model, offering strategies that help caregivers connect meaningfully, respond to behavioural challenges, and support individuals with dignity and respect. This episode is packed with actionable advice for caregivers, educators, and healthcare professionals working with those living with dementia. 🎧 Resources Mentioned: Carer’s Card UK (Sponsor): Enjoy exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and tools designe...
2024-11-26
59 min
Brain Talk | Being Patient for Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers
Ask Teepa Anything: Dementia Care Expert Teepa Snow Answers Your Caregiving Questions
Positive Approach to Care founder and dementia care expert Teepa Snow returns to Being Patient Live Talks for “Ask Teepa Anything” to answer Being Patient readers’ questions in real-time. Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her company, Positive Approach to Care® (PAC), provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain change. She also founded the Snow Approach Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Hillsb...
2024-11-22
1h 01
UBCNews - Health
Practical Strategies To Provide Compassionate Care For Seniors With Dementia
Dementia care is shifting, increasingly focusing on empathy and compassion toward loved ones with dementia. Senior Care Authority invites expert dementia care educator Teepa Snow onto their Boomers Today podcast to share her insights on this newer approach. Listen to the full episode at https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/blog/teepa-snow-on-the-past-present-and-future-of-dementia-care/ Senior Care Authority City: PetalumaAddress: 755 Baywood Drive Website: https://www.seniorcareauthority.comEmail: mmarston@seniorcareauthority.com
2024-11-21
03 min
Gather Darlings
National Family Caregivers Month | Honoring Dementia Caregivers
In this episode of "Gather Darlings," host Carrie, known as Dementia Darling, honors National Family Caregivers Month by shining a light on the incredible work of dementia caregivers! Carrie shares a comprehensive list of essential resources for dementia caregivers, including the Alzheimer's Association, Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care, and the Family Caregiver Alliance, among others. These organizations provide vital support, educational programs, and community connections that can make a significant difference in caregivers' lives. The episode also addresses mental health and self-care, encouraging caregivers to join support groups, seek professional help when needed, and practice mindfulness techniques. Carrie...
2024-11-15
21 min
Focused Healthy Family Podcast
#139 Communication with Dementia with Teepa Snow
Talking about dementia in a more natural and compassionate way, as Teepa Snow does, can make a huge difference for both people living with dementia and those who care for them. Teepa's "Positive Approach to Care" is all about meeting people where they are, focusing on what they can do, and building a supportive environment that respects their experience. Her techniques are designed to keep communication as comfortable and genuine as possible, rather than focusing on limitations. Teepa's resources, such as the videos and tools on her website, are also helpful for anyone wanting to u...
2024-10-31
50 min
Aging Angst and Alleluias Podcast
64. The ENCORE Episode with Teepa Snow (Talking Hospice and Dementia)
This ENCORE episode features host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Teepa Snow, discussing honestly about hospice and dementia. Teepa's "The Positive Approach to Care" (PAC) is by far the greatest influence for Mary Anne's vision and work-ethic, otherwise known as "The Veranda Ministries." www.verandaministries.org
2024-10-23
25 min
The Institute for Person-Centered Care Podcast
Mindful Pathways: Enhancing Dementia Care Through Person-Centered Practices
Mindful Pathways: Enhancing Dementia Care Through Person-Centered PracticesJoin us for an insightful discussion with Marion Kyner, MSN, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, CDP, and Joanna Fix, PhD, as they share strategies from expert knowledge and lived experiences for healthcare providers, individuals living with dementia, and the greater community to better navigate the journey of living alongside and caring for those experiencing brain changes. Objectives: Identify strategies and resources to enhance compassionate and effective support for delivering person-centered care for individuals with dementia. Advocate for person-centered care for individuals living with dementia, highlighting its ben...
2024-10-14
59 min
Living With Alzheimer's
Better Dementia Care - Learning Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
In this episode on the Living with Alzheimer's podcast, Christoph interviews Amanda Bulgarelli, Chief Operations Officer and Master Trainer for Positive Approach to Care, an organization focused on creating a more positive dementia care culture.Amanda is the daughter of Teepa Snow, a nationally known dementia care specialist who founded the Positive Approach to Care (PAC) organization to help caregivers be more successful by using Teepa's therapeutic approaches and care techniques.Christoph and Amanda discuss the issues that PAC is focused on solving for families facing dementia and dementia care needs. They talk about some...
2024-10-06
56 min
Boomers Today
Teepa Snow on the Past, Present and Future of Dementia Care
Teepa Snow is one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her philosophy is reflective of her education, work experience, medical research, and first-hand caregiving experiences. Her advocacy efforts led her to the development of the GEMS® State Model for understanding the progression of dementia and changes in abilities. She also created the Positive Approach to Care® training strategies, which are effective techniques for anyone seeking to optimize care and support for...
2024-10-04
33 min
LIFE Conversations with Senior Helpers
EP 22: The Future of Dementia Care: Expert Insights from Teepa Snow on Specialized Training and Support, Part 2
In Part 2 of our special series with Teepa Snow, dementia care expert and founder of Positive Approach™ to Care, we explore the future of dementia care on LIFE Conversations with Senior Helpers. Teepa discusses the importance of specialized training, the growing demand for community support, and how caregivers can navigate the challenges of dementia care. Don’t miss this insightful conclusion to our two-part conversation with one of the leading voices in dementia care. Full Episode Info + Transcript: https://www.seniorhelpers.com/resources/podcast/episode-22-the-future-of-dementia-care-expert-insights-from-teepa-snow-on-specialized-training-and-support-part-2/ Meet Our Guest: Teepa Snow...
2024-09-27
23 min
Memory Care with Teresa Youngstrom
Hand Under Hand from Teepa Snow
Hello Care Partners,Today we will look at why some people living with brain failure seem to stop eating or stop using their fork, and resort to using their hands to eat. We will discuss our skill fingers and strength fingers the how we frequently lose skill fingers We want to start feeding them but sometimes there is resistance and we end up chasing them with the spoon or trying to pry their mouths open. YIKES! Teepa Snow, the Founder of Positive Approach to Care, developed a revolutionary technique Hand Under Hand. This will help...
2024-09-23
33 min
LIFE Conversations with Senior Helpers
EP 21: A Journey into Dementia Care: Teepa Snow’s Insights on Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Part 1
Summary: Join Christina Chartrand and David Chandler in a fascinating conversation with Teepa Snow, dementia care expert and founder of Positive Approach to Care. In Part 1 of this special two-part episode, Teepa reflects on her path into dementia care and the experiences that have driven her to become a leader in Alzheimer's and dementia education. Learn how Teepa's early encounters shaped her Positive Approach™ to Care and why understanding brain changes is key to providing the best care. Stay tuned for Part 2! Takeaways: Teepa Snow is a leading figure in dementia care. Her journey be...
2024-09-13
22 min
Aging Today Podcast
Teepa Snow: You've Already Asked Me That!
"You've already asked me that!"Teepa Snow joins us on the Aging Today Podcast for a lively discussion on responding to repetitive questions and challenging behaviors from those living with dementia. Her unique style and positive approach will help you better understand dementia and how it affects your loved ones. Teepa believes that “Rewiring our own perceptions, attitudes, communication strategies, actions, and responses, provides the shift that promotes change for the others around us."Learn more about Teepa Snow and Positive Approach to Care: https://teepasnow.com/This is a special repeat epi...
2024-09-09
1h 20
Living Our Best With Memory Loss
Living Our Best With Memory Loss | Teepa Snow
In Episode 10 of “Living Our Best With Memory Loss,” we are excited to welcome Teepa Snow, a world-renowned dementia care specialist and the founder of the Positive Approach to Care® (PAC). Teepa brings her deep knowledge and innovative methods to the conversation, offering insights that are both practical and transformative for anyone navigating life with dementia. Teepa discusses her PAC approach, emphasizing the importance of focusing on what individuals with dementia can still do rather than what they have lost. She introduces her GEMS® model, which redefines how we think about dementia by describing brain...
2024-08-29
35 min
Still Time for Joy
Dementia Expert Teepa Snow Teaches Effective Skills to Family Caregivers & Professionals Worldwide
World-renowned dementia care specialist, Teepa Snow, provides practical advice and trusted information on all aspects of dementia and caregiving, so family caregivers, caregiving professionals, and the medical community can assist people living with dementia with more respect, greater success, and less frustration.Teepa, who has been an occupational therapist for 45 years, founded Positive Approach to Care, which offers extensive training opportunities, both in-person, and online, to thousands around the world.In this episode, Teepa gives host Sandra Levine—whose mother had Alzheimer’s Disease—pointers on how she might have handled some difficult situations, like the ne...
2024-08-27
28 min
Growing Bolder
Growing Bolder: Dementia Care Expert Teepa Snow; Talk Show Host and Journalist Tamron Hall
What steps can we all take to protect our brain health? Dementia Care Expert Teepa Snow says there are many, including getting a baseline cognitive test.
2024-07-07
51 min
Life Happens
Tackling Dementia Challenges: Teepa Snow's Insights on Managing Personality Changes
Navigating Elderly Care When Mom Doesn’t Want to Go to the Doctor: "And he still needs to see you, so we're gonna have to set up another appointment. I mean, I hate it because he's all over it. Do you wanna.. why don't you go and tell him that you don't wanna see him again?" — Teepa Snow Title: Tackling Dementia Challenges: Teepa Snow's Insights on Managing Personality Changes In this episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood, Kim sits down with Teepa Snow to discuss a topic that affects many families—dementia and personality changes. Teepa dives into the tough...
2024-04-05
26 min
Island Treasures
Island Treasures Mini Podcast: Getting Curious with Teepa Snow
Following the full podcast episode featuring Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, this mini episode captures the content of the GEMS® model which describes the stages of brain change for folks living with dementia.Each stage is represented by a gem to help describe the progression of dementia and how these stages impact the changes in our loved one's abilities.Like with jewels, all we need to do is to provide the setting so that our loved one can shine as they're living with dementia!For more information and resources, be sure to c...
2024-03-08
06 min
Seniority Authority
A Positive Approach to Dementia Care
As the number of individuals grappling with dementia continues to rise globally, understanding and empathizing with their unique challenges has never been more crucial. Join us as we delve deep, exploring strategies, experiences, and the transformative power of genuine connection, and partnering with dementia patients instead of doing things for them.Meet Teepa SnowRenowned as a beacon in the world of dementia care, Teepa Snow stands as the driving force behind "Positive Approach to Care," an organization that's revolutionizing dementia care across over 30 countries. With 40+ years of experience as an occupational therapist, Teepa's passion...
2024-03-07
48 min
The Whole Care Network
Getting Curious with Teepa Snow
Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her company, Positive Approach to Care® (PAC), provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain change. She also founded the Snow Approach Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Teepa presents with extraordinary expertise and humor to audiences throughout the world. After several former podcast guests spo...
2024-03-02
56 min
Island Treasures
Getting Curious with Teepa Snow
Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach® training strategies.Her company, Positive Approach to Care® (PAC), provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain change. She also founded the Snow Approach Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Teepa presents with extraordinary expertise and humor to audiences throughout the world.After several former pod...
2024-03-01
55 min
InspirareCare
Care Providers by Teepa Snow
Teepa Snow, dementia specialist, spoke about care provider’s life in actual job market.
2024-02-27
06 min
Brain Talk | Being Patient for Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers
Ask Teepa Snow Anything: Your Dementia Caregiving Questions Answered
In this live-streamed Q&A with Positive Approach to Care founder and dementia care expert Teepa Snow, she answered Being Patient readers’ questions in real-time. Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her company, Positive Approach to Care® (PAC), provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain change. She also founded the Snow Approach Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Hillsborough, North...
2024-02-27
53 min
Aging Angst and Alleluias Podcast
46. Teepa Snow Knows Dementia and Hospice
Episode 46 from the #agingangstandalleluiaspodcast, featuring host Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly and Teepa Snow, is a candid and vulnerably honest dialogue about hospice and dementia. The hunger for knowledge to help others began with Mary Anne's desire to experience Teepa and The Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Team, bringing it to fruition, for without this team, there would be no Veranda Ministries. www.verandaministries.org
2024-01-24
25 min
Lewy Body Roller Coaster
Teepa Snow Shares Ways We Can Access Her Great Programs- Part 2
Part 2Welcome back to the podcast, Teepa Snow! This time we wanted Teepa to come on and share all she has been up to as well as share all the ways you all can access her information. She discusses her PAC- Positive Approach to Care, her Teepa Talks, YouTube and more. We love partnering with her to bring educational information to you all. Enjoy this two part recording..we were having too much fun talking and sharing that it went longer tan we expected so we had to break into two parts but, and we hope you enjoy...
2024-01-17
34 min
Connect-Empower: Older Adult Care Partner
A Fascinating Conversation with Teepa Snow: Unveiling the Mysteries of Dementia
Teepa Snow joined John and Erin and they have a heartfelt conversation about dementia. We start off feeling a bit nervous, but our guest, Teepa Snow, immediately puts us at ease with her warmth and knowledge. Teepa shares her personal journey and how she became involved in the world of dementia care. We dive into the concept of GEMS, a unique way of understanding the different stages of dementia, and how families can use this system to provide the best support for their loved ones. Teepa also introduces us to the Positive Approach to Care (PAC), a f...
2024-01-16
34 min
Lewy Body Roller Coaster
Teepa Snow Shares Ways We Can Access Her Great Programs- Part 1
Welcome back to the podcast, Teepa Snow! This time we wanted Teepa to come on and share all she has been up to as well as share all the ways you all can access her information. She discusses her PAC- Positive Approach to Care, her Teepa Talks, YouTube and more. We love partnering with her to bring educational information to you all. Enjoy this two part recording..we were having too much fun talking and sharing that it went longer tan we expected so we had to break into two parts but, and we hope you enjoy listening to...
2024-01-10
30 min
Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One
Empathy and Innovation in Dementia Care: Carrie Aalberts Live at Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care Conference
Recording this bonus episode with the amazing Carrie Aalberts (aka the Dementia Darling) was so much fun! We recorded it live from the 2023 Positive Approach to Care conference, which was led by Teepa Snow. Her Positive Approach to Care is tackling dementia collectively. Carrie is not only a dear friend of mine but also a valued colleague. She brings immense help, encouragement, and knowledge to the world of caregiving and senior care. With a decade of experience and a master's in gerontology, she truly is the Dementia Darling. She also serves as a care advisor for Eugeria...
2024-01-08
23 min
The HIP Senior Podcast
Understanding Memory: Strategies, Challenges, and Improvements with Teepa Snow
Understanding Memory: Strategies, Challenges, and Improvements with Teepa SnowIn this enlightening discussion, dementia specialist Teepa Snow shares valuable insights on memory types, memory strategies, and the common challenges people face in retaining information. The talk focuses on the role of divided attention, the importance of memory exercises, and critical aspects to consider when undergoing surgical procedures under anesthesia. Teepa demonstrates how interactive memory games and purposeful mental stimulation aid in maintaining memory functions, while also highlighting the potential risks of letting the brain stagnate. An essential watch for anyone eager to optimize their brain's memory...
2023-12-11
59 min
Your Next Chapter Senior Living
Positive Approach to Care - Person Centered Memory Care
Positive Approach to Care The Heights at Avery Heights was honored to speak with Teepa Snow one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa along with Holly Taylor-Fry, our Memory Care Director gave information on the Positive Approach to Care program – the training available and how it can be applied in the senior living community environment. Also helpful tips for caregivers. Connect with Teepa and Positive Approach to Care: https://teepasnow.comConnect with Holly Taylor-Fry The Hei...
2023-09-08
35 min
Caveman & Counselor
Caring for Parents with Dementia
Join us on a heartfelt journey as we explore the realities of caring for someone with dementia. Guests: Elene Simerlink, former caregiver to 3 elderly parents with dementia. Kae Hammond author of “Pathways: A Guidebook for Dementia & Alzheimer's Family Caregivers”, founder of Dementia Help Center, certified Brain Longevity Therapy Specialist, former caregiver to elderly parents with dementia. Resources: THRIVE, free support group in Coachella Valley, CA, call (760) 636-6355 Alzheimer’s Research & Prevention Foundation Teepa Snow YouTube Channel Nun Study
2023-08-07
1h 07
Cost of Caring
Dementia Education, Policy, and a Positive Approach To Care feat. Teepa Snow
Tune in weekly to deep-dive into the ways money affects caregiving, life, and relationships with renowned special guests in the caregiving space. This week, we talk to Dementia Care Specialist Teepa Snow about how dementia education, policy, and her Positive Approach To Care. In this episode— Can you tell us about your caregiving experience and how you became passionate about dementia care and supporting individuals with neurocognitive degeneration? You've worked in various care settings and conducted research in the field of dementia care. Based on your experience, what are some common misconceptions or myths about dementia? Te...
2023-07-24
49 min
Steadfast Care Planning
Dementia: A Positive Approach to Care with Teepa Snow
Send us a textWhat do you need to know about dementia? Join Kelly and her guest, Teepa Snow, Owner and Founder of Positive Approach, occupational therapist, and dementia specialist. Teepa is a wealth of knowledge and recently she’s been a dementia specialist to Bruce Willis’ family. In this episode: 🔹 What is dementia? 🔹 What parts of the brain are typically impaired with dementia? What do people living with dementia typically lose and keep?🔹 What are the 4 truths of dementia and how long do people typ...
2023-06-20
27 min
So You Work in Aged Care
#42: What I learned from Teepa Snow
Show notes: Episode #42 What I learned From Teepa Snow Earlier in the year I was lucky enough to meet Teepa Snow, one of the leading educators on dementia, and attend her half-day workshop. I came away with many valuable new learnings and insights, so in this episode, I am sharing three key takeaways from the day. Teepa hails from the US, and is an occupational therapist with over 40 years of clinical experience. She has developed a world-renowned approach to support and engage people who are experiencing changes in brain function. Her overall mission...
2023-06-07
21 min
Caregiver SOS On Air
A Positive Approach to Care with Teepa Snow
Teepa Snow, Dementia care specialist, joins hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial to talk about taking a positive approach to care on this edition of Caregiver SOS.
2023-05-22
27 min
Caregiver SOS
A Positive Approach to Care with Teepa Snow
Teepa Snow joins hosts Ron Aaron and Carol Zernial to talk about taking a positive approach to care on this edition of Caregiver SOS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-05-13
26 min
Aging Today Podcast
5/8/23: Teepa Snow with Positive Approach to Care® | Qualities Of Effective Care Partners | Aging Today with Mark Turnbull from ComForCare
Teepa Snow joins Aging Today to discuss the Qualities Of Effective Care Partners. By 2025 there will be 75 million Baby Boomers over the age of 65 here in the US. Who will care for these people? What is a Care Partner? Who should be Care Partners? Is Caregiving for Everyone? What are the Qualities of Effective Care Partners? Tune in to Teepa and Mark as they discuss answers to all these questions and more on the Aging Today Podcast
2023-05-08
1h 11
Brain Talk | Being Patient for Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers
“AMA” With Dementia Care Expert Teepa Snow
Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA is an Occupational Therapist with over 40 years of clinical and academic experience. Her life’s mission is to shed a positive light on dementia, which is why she founded the GEMS State Model for understanding the progression of dementia and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her company, Positive Approach to Care (PAC) provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain change.
2023-03-08
1h 01
The HIP Senior Podcast
Family Relationships, Social Media, and our guest Teepa Snow
10,000 people become seniors daily. Being a senior can be exciting! But it can also be frustrating, both as a senior and as their family members, and caregivers. Every stage in life has a learning curve and even becoming a senior does as well. There is always something new to be learned.Today on our podcast is dementia specialist Teepa Snow, owner and founder of Positive Approach to Care. I heard about Teepa several years ago from my friend Theresa Youngstrom, owner and founder of A Better Approach to Memory Care. She had mentioned that Teepa had...
2022-11-14
44 min
Aging Today Podcast
10/03/22: Teepa Snow with Positive Approach to Care | You've Already Asked Me That! | Aging Today Podcast with Mark Turnbull
Teepa Snow joins us on the Aging Today Podcast for a lively discussion on responding to repetitive questions and challenging behaviors from those living with dementia. Her unique style and positive approach will help you better understand dementia and how it affects your loved ones. Teepa believes that “Rewiring our own perceptions, attitudes, communication strategies, actions, and responses, provides the shift that promotes change for the others around us."
2022-10-03
1h 20
Aging Angst and Alleluias Podcast
Teepa Snow KNOWS Dementia!
This raw and real episode with Teepa Snow and Mary Anne Oglesby-Sutherly, shares bluntly about dementia and the effects. Teepa's life mission is to shed a positive light on dementia with the PAC (Positive Approach to Care) Team so that everyone can understand why and how to support those living with brain change in a more positive and respectful way. Teepa and host, Mary Anne share and believe that "Rewiring our own perceptions, attitudes, communication strategies, actions, and responses, provides the shift that promotes change for the others around us." DO NOT FEAR DEMENTIA. Educate yourself. Fear is our...
2022-08-04
41 min
Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One
Improving the Culture of Dementia Care with Teepa Snow, OTR/L and Founder of Positive Approach to Care
How do we support our loved ones with brain changes in a positive and respectful way? Teepa's mission is "to change the culture of dementia care to be more inclusive, more knowledgeable, and more skillful in order to truly support all brains and people in our community." Teepa and her team are doing just that. Teepa Snow is my guest this week. She is one of the world's leaders in dementia education and advocacy. Teepa founded Positive Approach to Care and its reach includes 30 countries worldwide. Teepa's ability to connect with others, provide practical tools fo...
2022-04-20
53 min
Lisa Alastuey
Dementia - A Positive Approach to Care with Teepa Snow
My guest this week is dementia expert Teepa Snow who is an occupational therapist who specializes in dementia care/education. Teepa is on a mission to help support those living with brain change in a more positive and respectful way. Teepa and her organization "Positive Approach to Care" are amazing resources for understanding the disease process and helping dementia caretakers.
2022-03-30
58 min
Glowing Older
Episode 9:3 Teepa Snow on Her 7 Million TikTok Views
As the founder and CEO of the Positive Approach, LLC, Teepa Snow is committed to educating individuals and communities about best practices in dementia. Her videos, training, coaching, consulting, and creative social media posts help millions impacted by this challenging condition, in more than 30 countries. About Teepa Teepa Snow is one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. An Occupational Therapist with over 40-years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience, her philosophy is reflective of her education, work experience, medical research, an...
2022-03-30
24 min
Aging Today Podcast
3/28/22: Teepa Snow with Positive Approach to Care | You've Already Asked Me That! | Aging Today with Mark Turnbull from ComForCare Portland
This week on the Aging Today Podcast, I interviewed the Occupational Therapist and CEO of Positive Approach to Care, Teepa Snow. She discusses how to respond to repetitive questions and challenging behaviors with those living in Dementia.You will experience from our discussion that her unique style and positive approach will help you better understand those living with dementia. Teepa believes that “Rewiring our perceptions, attitudes, communication strategies, actions, and responses, provides the shift that promotes change for the others around us."
2022-03-28
1h 20
People Worth Caring About
Dementia Talk With a Dementia Guru - Teepa Snow
In the latest episode of LTC Heroes, we catch up with Teepa Snow, Owner and Trainer at Positive Approach, LLC. Teepa is one of the leading educators on dementia and the care that accompanies it in North America. She’s an occupational therapist with 42 years of clinical practice. She’s currently working with a number of national and international projects and organizations. We have spoken to Teepa previously about her experience. In this episode, we discuss more specific topics related to dementia and how to engage people with dementia. The episode begins with Teep...
2022-03-09
38 min
People Worth Caring About
Anecdotes From America’s Dementia Expert with Teepa Snow, Owner & Trainer at Positive Approach to Care
In the latest episode of the LTC Heroes podcast, we chat with Teepa Snow, Owner and Trainer at Positive Approach to Care. Teepa is well-known in the long-term care industry for her experience in dementia and for educating others on the subject. She has many impressive credentials, including a Master of Science. She is a Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist as well as a Fellow of the American Occupational Therapy Association. The episode begins with Teepa diving into her role at Positive Approach to Care and her credentials. Teepa also talks about when...
2022-03-07
21 min
Happy Healthy Caregiver
Teepa Snow - Communicating with Persons with Dementia & Developmental Disabilities - Caregiver Spotlight
I this episode, I am shining the caregiver spotlight on someone in the caregiving space that has my utmost respect - Teepa Snow. She’s an Occupational Therapist with over 40 years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her company, Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) provides online and in-person education and products for anyone impacted by dementia. I can say firsthand that Teepa presents with extraordinary expertise and humor to audiences throughout the world. In today’s show, we learn how Teepa’s experience caring for grandparents shaped her career focus, the language and visual cues to use...
2022-02-23
52 min
Informed Aging
Episode 10: Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 2
Send us a textHow did Teepa go from being good at her job to becoming a worldwide dementia expert?Also, words of wisdom for someone who has just learned that their loved one has dementia and finding support.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
2022-02-15
21 min
Senior Housing Investors
Enhancing Life and Relationships of those Living with Brain Change
Our host, John Gonzales, speaks with Teepa Snow https://www.teepasnow.com. Teepa's life mission is to shed a positive light on dementia. Teepa and the Positive Approach to Care team share about dementia so that everyone (including investors in assisted living) can understand why this is happening and how to support those living with brain change in a more positive and respectful way.
2022-02-05
33 min
Informed Aging
Episode 9: Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 1
Send us a textTeepa Snow is a rock star of the dementia world -- and she's now gone viral on TikTok! Listen in to hear how she became one of the world's leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change.https://www.tiktok.com/@teepasnowhttps://teepasnow.com/understanding-the-changing-brain-book/Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
2022-02-01
17 min
Alzheimer's Speaks
An Enlightening Conversation with Two Leaders in Dementia Care
Today our host Lori La Bey facilitates a conversation with two great leaders in Dementia Care. Michael Ellenbogen is a man living with dementia who is an International Dementia Advocate & Connecter. Teepa Snow is the founder of The Positive Approach to Care and known throughout the world as a woman on a mission to assist all dealing with dementia. Both guests are known for raising awareness, solution makers, and pushing standards forward so people living with dementia and their Care Partners can continue to live with dignity and feel purposeful. Contact Our Guests Teepa Snow Website Micha...
2022-01-18
1h 37
Alzheimer's Speaks
An Enlightening Conversation with Two Leaders in Dementia Care
Today our host Lori La Bey facilitates a conversation with two great leaders in Dementia Care. Michael Ellenbogen is a man living with dementia who is an International Dementia Advocate & Connecter. Teepa Snow is the founder of The Positive Approach to Care and known throughout the world as a woman on a mission to assist all dealing with dementia. Both guests are known for raising awareness, solution makers, and pushing standards forward so people living with dementia and their Care Partners can continue to live with dignity and feel purposeful. Contact Our Guests Teepa Snow Website Micha...
2022-01-18
1h 37
Episodes - Fading Memories Podcast
Focus on Dementia Skills & Abilities for Better Caregiving
Focus on Dementia Skills & Abilities for Better Caregiving. Focusing on the skills and abilities a person with dementia still possesses is paramount for providing holistic and empowering care. By acknowledging their strengths, caregivers can preserve their sense of identity and autonomy, promoting dignity and self-worth. This approach fosters a positive environment that enhances their quality of life and encourages engagement in meaningful activities. Emphasizing abilities over limitations promotes a person-centered approach to care, where individuals with dementia are valued for their unique contributions and capabilities, fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment. About Our Guest: ...
2022-01-04
1h 01
Fading Memories: Alzheimer's/Dementia Support
Teepa Snow & The GEMS Model
Utilizing Teepa Snow's GEMS Model will help you have less frustration in your care responsibilities. I'm excited to have Teepa Snow as my guest for my 200th episode. We discussed her Gems Model for dementia care along with many laughs and a few personal insights. When creating her Gems model, Teepas's goal was to help care partners provide better support for a person with ever-changing conditions. It is a way to help them live fully in the moment. I found a great understanding of how to provide better care when I learned about the Gems m...
2022-01-04
00 min
Aging GreatFULLy with Holley Kelley
Understanding the Changing Brain with Teepa Snow
Have you searched for a word and wondered “Why can’t I remember that?!” You’re not alone!Tune into this Aging GreatFULLy power-hour of enlightYOUment as we welcome one of the world’s leading educators on brain change and advocates for anyone living with dementia, Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, to the show! Teepa is an occupational therapist with more than forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her company, Positive Approach to Care (PAC), was founded in 2007 and is now collaborating to improve dementia care in more than thirty countries worldwide.Author of the new...
2021-10-01
59 min
Life Happens
When Is It Time To Move Someone to Memory Care?
Nationally recognized speaker Teepa Snow will be our guest on the Life Happens Show with Kim Hegwood today. Teepa is an expert in the field of dementia and her Positive Approach to Care has helped thousands of families. Today Kim and Teepa will talk about: How to Know When it’s Time for a Move to Memory Care Kim will ask Teepa: 1. How do you know when it is time to move a loved one into a memory care facility? 2. Is it better to keep your loved one at home or in...
2021-07-22
20 min
Lewy Body Roller Coaster
Teepa Snow Revisited
Since we received so many people commenting on last week's episode with Teepa Snow on denial, we wanted to replay our first talk with her.This week our guest is Teepa Snow. She is a leading educator in the field of dementia education and we are sure all of you have heard of her and even watched her videos. She shares with us responses to questions some of ya'll sent to us to ask her including...how to help your loved one understand he/she has Lewy Body when he/she is in denial, how to respond...
2021-06-03
50 min
Lewy Body Roller Coaster
Teepa Snow discusses denial
Welcome back Teepa Snow. This week is all about denial. We delve into and discuss ways to handle denial from the person diagnosed, a spouses denial, and an adult child’s denial.Teepa shares with us helpful ways to discuss the diagnosis of LBD and ways to help those who may be in denial.Should you wish to bless us with your support you can :Copy and paste link, if neededhttps://patreon.com/lewybodyrollercoasterpodcastthe GoFundMe page athttps://gofund.me/c416ecb6Patron Sho...
2021-05-26
1h 00
Caregiver Wellness Podcast For Alzheimer's And Other Dementias
#18- How to Let Go with Teepa Snow
"Just like gems, each person is precious, valuable, and unique, and given the right setting and care, can shine." - Teepa Snow Topics -What is an Occupational Therapist -5 ways we can really care for ourselves as a caregiver -How is dementia caregiving different than other types of caregiving? -Why should dementia caregivers take time for themselves? -What are some practical ways that dementia caregivers can take care of themselves and let go of the guilt? www.teepasnow.com https://www.facebook.com/teep...
2021-05-12
57 min
The Good Health Cafe
Episode 18: Dementia: Tips for Caregivers
Caring for someone with dementia can be challenging. On today's episode Teepa Snow shares with us some tips for caregivers of people living with dementia. Teepa explains the difference between Alzheimer's and Dementia, gives some tips for negotiating with our loved one and also explains why caregivers need to remember to take care of themselves as well.Teepa Snow is one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa presents with extraordinary expertise and humor to audiences large and small throughout the wo...
2021-04-01
48 min
Caregiver Wellness Podcast For Alzheimer's And Other Dementias
#15- Detective Mindset for Dementia Behavior with Natali Edmonds
Dr. Natali joins us to talk about some of the biggest challenges that caregivers face and simple ways to overcome and persevere. She is a board-certified geropsychologist whose mission is to help family members cope with the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia. She posts weekly videos on her YouTube channel addressing common struggles and questions. The channel has been viewed over 4 million times worldwide. www.careblazers.com www.youtube.com/dementiacareblazers www.instagram.com/dementia_Careblazers Facebook Live recording here. B...
2021-03-18
44 min
What the Health?! with Dr. Greg Eckel
EP 77: WTH ?!? The significant decline in brain health in times of COVID, what can be done?
Join in as Teepa Snow, occupational therapist, shares her observations of supporting families in brain decline. What she has seen over the year of shut downs and ins.We discuss what can be regained? What’s possible? What opportunities can we take to improve the abilities of those who have experienced this decline?WHO:Teepa Snow is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® State Model, for understanding the progression of dementia, and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her comp...
2021-03-17
59 min
Brain Regen Lab Podcast
EP 77: WTH ?!? The significant decline in brain health in times of COVID, what can be done?
Join in as Teepa Snow, occupational therapist, shares her observations of supporting families in brain decline. What she has seen over the year of shut downs and ins. We discuss what can be regained? What's possible? What opportunities can we take to improve the abilities of those who have experienced this decline? WHO: Teepa Snow is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her experiences led her to the development of the GEMS® State Model, for understanding the progression of dementia, and the Positive Approach® training strategies. Her company, Po...
2021-03-17
59 min
Brain Talk | Being Patient for Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers
Brain Talk | Managing Dementia Care In The Time Of COVID-19 with Teepa Snow
Being Patient spoke with dementia caregiving expert Teepa Snow on what steps caregivers should be taking amid COVID-19 concerns. We rely on donations to bring you the latest research on dementia and brain health and to support our amazing team of independent journalists. Please consider donating to support of our mission of giving people impacted by dementia a better resource and connection to experts at the forefront of research. Our audience has grown so rapidly; we have exciting plans for the future to enhance our coverage even further but we need your help. Please...
2021-03-09
34 min
Alzheimer's Speaks
Teepa Snow - Dealing with Anxiety, Depression & Isolation During Covid
Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011. Today our host Lori La Bey and cohost Cate Lau-Booth talk with the renowned Teepa Snow Founder of the Positive Approach to Care, which is internationally embraced by the dementia community. Teepa is an Occupational Therapist and fantastic international trainer, who empowers those living with dementia, their families and professionals who care for them. Teepa uses common sense and implements realistic role play to engage her audien...
2021-01-07
1h 06
Alzheimer's Speaks
Teepa Snow - Dealing with Anxiety, Depression & Isolation During Covid
Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011. Today our host Lori La Bey and cohost Cate Lau-Booth talk with the renowned Teepa Snow Founder of the Positive Approach to Care, which is internationally embraced by the dementia community. Teepa is an Occupational Therapist and fantastic international trainer, who empowers those living with dementia, their families and professionals who care for them. Teepa uses common sense and implements realistic role play to engage her audien...
2021-01-07
1h 06
Lewy Body Roller Coaster
Our Talk with Teepa Snow
This week our guest is Teepa Snow. She is a leading educator in the field of dementia education and we are sure all of you have heard of her and even watched her videos. She shares with us responses to questions some of ya'll sent to us to ask her including...how to help your loved one understand he/she has Lewy Body when he/she is in denial, how to respond to a loved one who continually asks to go home when they are home and finally, how do you keep your patience with your loved one as...
2021-01-06
50 min
Daughterhood The Podcast: For Caregivers
Teepa Snow: Caring for the Caregiver
Teepa Snow is an occupational therapist with over 40 years of experience and is regarded as one of the world's leading educators on dementia and the care that accompanies it. Today Teepa shares why it is so important for caregivers to practice self-care and put themselves on their own to-do list while caring for their loved ones. Teepa Snow's Positive Approach To Care Click HERE for Show Notes Daughterhood.org
2020-06-11
55 min
Cannabis Helps Dementia
Primrose, Engaged Living; Leading Edge Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care - Cannabis Helps Dementia Ep. 6
Featuring Primrose, Engaged Living Executive Director, John Wotring and Dan O'Brien, RN Primrose Engaged Living is a beacon of hope for how care could be delivered to those living with dementia. When I first learned about Primrose, and the leading edge work they are doing, I sent a couple emails to the Executive Director, and left a couple voicemails. It did not seem like they were very interested in talking with someone making a documentary, or podcast. Finally, we connected in real life at a Teepa Snow event in Santa Rosa, CA. The epicenter of medical cannabis...
2020-05-22
51 min
Rodger That
A Positive Approach to Care :: Teepa Snow
Today's guest, Teepa Snow, is an occupational therapist with forty years of clinical practice experience and is one of the world’s leading educators on dementia care. Listen as Mike and Bobbie discuss with Teepa her philosophy for living well with dementia by focusing on the interpersonal dynamics of coping with a loved one who has an ever-changing brain. “People are precious and in the right setting can shine,” Snow said. “We’re not losing the person; they’re still there but we need to modify our expectations and setting.” Don't forget to subscribe, down...
2020-05-19
42 min
OT 4 Lyfe
Positive Approach to Dementia Care with Jenna Mele
Sarah and Jenna discuss: Realizing that something needed to be done in dementia careHaving hope with a progressive diagnosis Focusing on one client and one familyOccupational deprivation and lack of balanceTeepa Snow- Positive Approach to CareRelationship is top priority Hand-under-hand treatment techniquePartnering with our clients and their caregiversChecking emotions at the doorThe professional and personal impacts of working in dementia care Importance of social supportsCompassion fatigueSuccess storiesImportance of life history for clients, especially those with dementiaAdvice for practitioners working in dementia careAdvice for care partnersJerry videoDementia ResourcesGem States- Teepa SnowMy Past is Now My Future- Lanny ButlerEnsign Dementia Cour...
2020-05-18
1h 13
Life After 50 Show
Let's Talk Dementia!
The Life After 50 Show brings a dementia expert to talk to you today. Right in the middle of this pandemic families are struggling with caring for someone with dementia. And they are doing it without the outside support they are used to having. We are proud to welcome Teepa Snow. Teepa is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and an expert in dementia. She has wisdom and understanding to help family caregivers who are struggling. Teepa gives practical tips you can use to help yourself and someone you love. Whether you are the day to day...
2020-05-06
30 min
Cannabis Helps Dementia
Teepa Snow - Dementia Care Expert Cannabis Helps Dementia - Ep. 2
Desperate to understand more about my mom’s journey, I found Teepa Snow and her Positive Approach to Care. I devoured Teepa's free videos on YouTube, of course read her GEMS book and was eager for more. I signed up for her two-day, in real life Certified Training course and learned how to connect with my mom in a way I thought was no longer possible. When Teepa came to California, I was thrilled that she was willing to sit down and talk about her vast experience with people living with dementia and what she’s seen with...
2020-04-30
23 min
Mavericks of Senior Living
Teepa Snow Tackles How To Care For Someone With Dementia During Covid-19
“One way to reduce stress as a caregiver for someone with dementia is to stop putting yourself in a position where you’ll get pushback. Instead use Positive Approach Starters. Ask, ‘Would you like coffee or something else?’ Move it out of the realm of ‘who’s in control’ and into a more effective approach for both of you.” Teepa Snow, Occupational Therapist and Founder of Positive Approach Sponsored By Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care is about engaging residents each and everyday. Here at Applewood Our House we want to provide moments and capture memories for all of our residents and their famil...
2020-04-28
32 min
MY OT Journey
Positive Approach to Care: An Interview with Teepa Snow
Teepa’s experience in neurological impairment care spans both her personal and professional worlds. Early in her life, her grandfather moved into her family’s house due to his changing abilities. However, at the time words such as eccentric then senile were used. Later on, she helped provide support for other family members with various forms of brain change. As a teenager, Teepa started by volunteering with a group in order to work with children with various developmental disabilities. This group included her much younger sister, who had developed an inoperable brain tumor by age three, leaving her with last...
2020-04-20
27 min
Life With Dementia
The Human Nature of Care with Teepa Snow
Being a part of someone's life who is living with dementia is hard. It completely changes the relationship on both sides and introduces challenges to the very basics of everyday living. Yet, sometimes we forget that the act of caring is an integral part of who we are as human beings and the person living with dementia also has a part in this. Join this episode with Teepa Snow, one of the world's leading educators on dementia and the care that accompanies it. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered...
2019-11-12
29 min