Presentation slide titled "Dealing with Dementia: Ten Communication Strategies" with logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Portrait photo of a woman with brown hair and glasses, smiling. Text on the image lists her credentials: Dr. Katie Wadland, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, with certifications in various therapeutic and mental health disciplin
Framed portrait drawing of a man with text about dementia awareness topics, including understanding dementia, early signs and symptoms, communication strategies, and Q&A. Logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware are shown.
Illustration with a tree shaped like a human head losing leaves signifying memory loss, with the text 'Understanding Dementia' and logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Slide about dementia describing it as an umbrella term, indicating it involves a severe decline in cognitive function affecting daily life, that it's a progressive neurodegenerative condition, and characterized by memory loss and impaired judgment. I
Infographic titled 'Types of Dementia' showing statistics for different types such as Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Lewy body Dementia, and Frontotemporal Dementia. Includes a comparison diagram of a normal brain and an Alzheimer brain with
Slide about Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) detailing differences from dementia, its non-progressive nature, prevalence statistics, and logos for "Healthy Aging Physical Therapy" and "MIIA Well Aware."
Diagram of a brain with labels for amygdala, fornix, cingulate gyrus, hippocampus, and thalamus, illustrating memory and skill loss in dementia. The list includes short term memory, language and communication, visio-spatial memory, long-term memory,
Two framed expressionist portraits from 1996, featuring abstract human figures with bold colors and intense expressions.
A grayscale image of a tree losing its leaves with the text "Early Signs + Symptoms of Dementia" overlaid. Logos for "Healthy Aging Physical Therapy" and "MIIA Well Aware" are shown at the bottom corners.
Person circling a date on a calendar with text about memory loss impacting daily life, mentioning difficulty recalling events and asking repeated questions. Logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Image showing text "2) Challenges with Planning or Problem Solving" with examples such as difficulty in completing chores, shopping, and tasks. Includes a stack of envelopes marked "Past Due," logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aw
Map with a route marked, titled "3) Difficulty with Familiar Tasks," and text explaining challenges like driving familiar routes or managing tasks. Includes logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Image shows a signpost with arrows labeled "Lost," "Disoriented," "Perplexed," and "Confused." The heading reads "4) Confusion with Time or Place." Additional text says "ie. losing track of seasons, passage of time, forgetting where they are or how t
Living room setting with gray sofa, striped rug, coffee table with apples and flowers, and white furniture; text about trouble with visio-spatial relationships.
Two framed portraits, dated 1997 and 1998, depicting abstract male faces.
Conceptual illustration depicting difficulty with speaking or writing, featuring a man speaking with jumbled letters coming out of his mouth, symbolizing communication challenges. Text above reads: '6) Difficulty with Speaking or Writing' highlightin
Keys on grass, text reading "7) Misplacing Items, i.e. putting items in unusual places, difficulty retracing steps." Logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Roulette wheel, impaired judgment concept, list includes inappropriate clothing choices, unsafe behaviors, poor money management, Healthy Aging Physical Therapy logo."
Text and image slide on social withdrawal featuring an elderly woman looking out a window. Text describes social withdrawal as a reduction in participation in social activities due to fear, embarrassment, or stress. Includes logos for "Healthy Aging
Slide discussing changes in mood and personality, listing confusion, agitation, depression, paranoia, and anxiety. Includes an image of a person holding their head surrounded by question marks. Logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well A
Screenshot of a YouTube video titled "Dementia Friends: Five Key Messages" showing a woman with a patterned outfit, smiling, and a play button overlay. "In their words:" is written above the video. Logos for "HEALTHY AGING Physical Therapy" and "MIIA
Black-and-white image of a tree with half its leaves blowing away, overlaid with text "Ten Communication Strategies" and logos for Healthy Aging and MIIA Well Aware.
Two framed abstract paintings, dated 1999 and 2000, depicting indistinct human faces in a sketchy style. The 1999 piece features dark, muted colors with thick brushstrokes, while the 2000 piece uses lighter tones and finer lines.
Text image with tips for communication emphasizing empathy and respect. Brand logos included: Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Vintage computer next to text "Be Patient and Calm" with advice on waiting, mentioning a 20-second rule. Logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
Text slide with communication tips emphasizing simplicity and consistency. Includes logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware.
A presentation slide titled "Limit Distractions" with a list: "Turn off the TV or music," "Sit somewhere away from other people," and "Address physiologic needs first (hunger, toileting etc) to reduce internal distractions." On the right, there's an
A person in denim overalls and an orange shirt smiling with raised palms. Text above reads "Use helpful Body Language" with tips about eye contact and gestures. Logos of Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware are present.
Flyer with text suggesting avoiding 'quizzing' and using suggestions instead, paired with an image of running shoes, promoting healthy aging and physical therapy from MIIA Well Aware.
Digital clock showing "Thursday Morning 10:27 AM 17 September 2019" next to text "Avoid Criticizing and Correcting." Tips include providing orientation clues, accepting false memories, using "tell me about it" phrasing, and "go with it." Lower left f
Elderly couple dancing in a living room with text promoting non-verbal activities such as looking at photo albums, listening to music, walking, dancing, and watching movies. Includes logos for Healthy Aging and MIIA Well Aware.
Two colored toothbrushes, one pink and one blue, with text above: "Label Items and Provide Demonstration. Apraxia is common; try to demo proper use of household or self-care objects and identify them verbally." Bottom logos: Healthy Aging Physical Th
An elderly woman and a younger woman sharing a comforting moment, smiling with their foreheads touching, conveying support. Text above reads: 'Offer Comfort and Reassurance - Memory loss is STRESSFUL - Anxiety and pressure will make it worse - Offer
Black and white image of a tree losing leaves, with "Questions + Answers" text overlay. Logos for Healthy Aging Physical Therapy and MIIA Well Aware at bottom corners.