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Kathryn Kilpatrick M.A. CCC/SLP Author Geriatric Communication Consultant Motivational Speaker
Communication Connection
An information center for health care professionals, older adults
and their families and caregivers, as well as volunteers and faith communities.
Memory Fitness Matters A resource that focuses on successful aging and lifelong learning.
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Start 2013 with a Lifestyle Update for Memory Fitness Create a 7 Day Memory Fitness Plan AGING PARENTS: QUALITY OF LIFE MATTERS One of the most meaningful aspects of my career in recent years has been providing families and caregivers with suggestions for ways to keep a loved one safe and engaged in meaningful activities as they walk the journey, often with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Every day brings a unique and interesting opportunity. These families learn from my experiences and they teach me even more so that I can share those ideas with others. Learning their story, meeting them where they are and providing activity ideas and communication strategies can often shift the day to day experience of all involved. For more information, take advantage of the resources created on this website to help increase your awareness: Articles and blogs - programs - products - webinars and interviews. Contact Kathryn to learn more if you would like some assistance in walking the journey with a loved one.
MEMORY CHANGES BEYOND NORMAL AGING: STAYING ENGAGED As a speech-language pathologist I have the opportunity to see many adults, some in the prime of their life, who are experiencing Mild Cognitive Impairment or more significant problems. Because I am involved in home health care, I enter their daily routine and can readily learn what they do to keep mentally active. Frequently those adults who used to have hobbies, belonged to organizations, liked to read or do puzzles and word games, just to name a few, have become increasingly inactive. Often they are unable to do what they used to do and so they do less and less. Many times I have seen a patient with mild to moderate dementia who can become engaged in some of those activities. Continue reading and visit upcoming events for related programs and webinars
NEWEST PRODUCTS AND GIFTS THAT KEEP GIVING Helpful products created for those looking for ways to enhance the time spent with an older adult. There are also activities they might enjoy doing on their own or with the assistance of another person. Communication Connection Resource Kit - Details and sample pages Reminiscence Puzzles - Details and sample pages
Coming January - Daily Reminiscence Calendar and 20th Century in Review
“In helping others, we shall help Flora Edwards
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