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    79. How to Use Art in Aging and Dementia Caregiving With Mary Beth Flynn

    79. How to Use Art in Aging and Dementia Caregiving With Mary Beth Flynn

    FromDementia Caregiving for Families: Tips for Christian Caregivers, Alzheimer’s Caregiving, Challenging Dementia Behaviors and Caregiver Stress Management

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    79. How to Use Art in Aging and Dementia Caregiving With Mary Beth Flynn

    FromDementia Caregiving for Families: Tips for Christian Caregivers, Alzheimer’s Caregiving, Challenging Dementia Behaviors and Caregiver Stress Management

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    Length:
    33 minutes
    Released:
    Feb 1, 2024
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Description

    Caregiving in dementia is often discussed in terms of challenges and solutions. But have you considered the role of art in this journey? 
    This episode brings a fresh perspective on using art to deepen connections with those living with dementia.
    Artfully Aging is a watercolor art program designed for seniors of all skill and care levels.  Locally, in St. Louis, Artfully Aging offers live in person watercolor sessions in senior living communities as well as a variety of community settings.  
    In addition to the live art sessions they offer seniors and senior organizations across the US the ability to order from a menu of projects on their website.  This second option includes prepared ready to paint watercolor projects with access to accompanying "How To" videos shipped to seniors and/or their caregivers or activity staff.  The holistic approach makes each art session meaningful and therapeutic.
    Give Away: 
    Artfully Aging will give away (4) separate packets of (5) ready to paint watercolor projects (of their choosing) to the first four individuals who email in their request to support@artfullyaging.com
    0:02:53 Introducing Artfully Aging and Creativity in Aging
    0:05:14 Transitioning from Design to Stay-at-Home Motherhood
    0:06:20 Struggling to reinvent myself during the recession
    0:07:46 Discovering passion for serving seniors through art
    0:08:55 From DIY to a New Business Model
    0:10:23 Creativity and Aging: Benefits of Engagement
    0:12:07 The Therapeutic Power of Art
    0:14:52 Creating Connections and Sharing Stories through Art
    0:18:15 Embracing Imperfection and Overcoming Intimidation in Art
    0:22:57 Art as a Therapeutic Experience
    0:28:22 Connecting Through Art: How to Get Started
     
    You can find Artfully Aging on:
    artfullyaging.com
    contact@artfullyaging.com
    Blog: https://www.thinkdifferentdementia.com/art-in-aging-and-dementia-caregiving/
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    Released:
    Feb 1, 2024
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    Titles in the series (66)

    Are you a family caregiver who is dealing with Alzheimer’s or dementia in your life and you feel overwhelmed with the never-ending challenges you face, and don’t know where to turn for help? Are you searching for answers to your questions about dementia, joining countless Facebook groups but find them toxic and a waste of your precious time? Do you want to face your dementia caregiving journey in a proactive way, but feel confused about where to even start? Are you juggling your marriage, your kids, your work, your faith and your loved one’s life and still feel like you are letting everyone down? Learning the skills you need to simplify your dementia caregiving may seem hard. But not learning the skills you need to simplify your dementia caregiving journey will be even harder. It is time to choose your “hard”. The choice is 100% yours. I know what I chose: I chose to increase my ease in my dementia caregiving journey. Hey, Dementia Success Seeker! I’m Lizette Cloete. 30 + year veteran occupational therapist turned into a dementia educator, coach and consultant and I am a daughter of dementia. In this podcast you will learn the truth that the only way to increase the ease of your dementia caregiving journey rests squarely in YOUR hands. The way you actively prepare and what you believe about dementia caregiving makes all the difference. ＞＞＞You will gain the practical skills you need to simplify caregiving. ＞＞＞You will be challenged by what it means to be a successful caregiver, teaching you to harness the power of the most powerful caregiving tool that you have: your mindset. ＞＞＞And you will learn exactly what Alzheimer’s and dementia is (and is not), how this changes the brain and what you can expect next in your dementia caregiving journey. You will find a community of like minded family caregivers, helping someone with dementia and you will not be alone anymore. My mission is to help the unsung heroes who are in the midst of dementia caregiving, with the skills to simplify your dementia care journey so that you don’t feel overwhelmed and burn out. I help you find clarity and certainty using the latest evidence based research, so you have perseverance for this marathon. I approach dementia caregiving using faith informed principles that allow you to navigate this journey with peace of mind. So, buckle up your coffee, grab a notebook and pen and be ready to be a Courageous Caregiver. It’s time to choose your easy.