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Aug 128 min read

The Importance of Agency

The importance of agency and how we can restore it to help those living with dementia remain independent and in control of their lives.

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Naomi Feil: A Revolutionary in Dementia Care

Oran Aviv

Jan 78 min read

Naomi Feil: A Revolutionary in Dementia Care

Naomi inspired others to see the humanity in every person, regardless of their cognitive abilities & created her Validation method.

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Oran Aviv

Nov 19, 20238 min read

Is it Dementia or Stress?

Blog Post by Oran Aviv If you have been following my blog posts, you know that I have often explained that many behavioral changes in...

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Oran Aviv

Sep 10, 202310 min read

Support for Hearing Loss

Discover how hearing loss affects older adults especially those with dementia, and how to provide vital support to prevent cognitive decline

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Oran Aviv

Aug 20, 20239 min read

The Dementia Village

The Dementia Village - I'm excited to share with you an insider's view of this remarkable community. compares to other care communities.

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Oran Aviv

Aug 9, 20235 min read

Save Your Brain, Go to Sleep

Poor sleep can contribute to an increased risk of Alzheimer's. Read our sleep tips to sleep better and protect your brain and health.

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Oran Aviv

May 21, 20237 min read

The Importance of Eye Contact

Direct Eye Contact stimulates conversation, builds trust & strengthens relationships. One of Naomi Feil’s important Validation techniques.

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Dementia - A Short Guide to Understanding

Oran Aviv

May 14, 20237 min read

Dementia - A Short Guide to Understanding

What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia? What is the difference between normal memory loss and dementia? What happens?

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Oran Aviv

Mar 11, 20237 min read

The Person Comes First - Part 3

Dr. Al Power has redefined dementia and has challenged traditional perspectives on dementia through his well-being approach

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Oran Aviv

Mar 5, 20237 min read

The Person Comes First – Part 2

The Montessori Method improves the lives of people living with dementia. Dr. Cameron Camp shares his work at the Validation World Congress.

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Naomi Feil Founder of the Validation Method

Oran Aviv

Feb 19, 20236 min read

Naomi Feil Founder of the Validation Method

Naomi Feil developed the Validation Method & has devoted her life to helping older people with dementia through empathy. & understanding.

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Oran Aviv

Feb 12, 20237 min read

How to Deal with Aggressive Behavior

One of the biggest challenges faced by both family caregivers and professionals is managing aggressive behavior in people with dementia.

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Oran Aviv

Feb 5, 20237 min read

Listen and Care

We need to relearn how to listen and really care so that we can fully understand and communicate with others.

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Oran Aviv

Jan 22, 20236 min read

Connect Beyond Words

Non-verbal strategies for building deeper connections with older individuals with dementia who have difficulty speaking.

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Oran Aviv

Jan 15, 20236 min read

Beyond Words

Communicating with someone who has dementia and is nonverbal can be challenging, but there are several strategies that can help you connect.

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Oran Aviv

Aug 28, 20227 min read

Be Dementia Friendly

We can change the stigma associated with memory loss and allow more people to live independent lives longer. Take the time to learn how.

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Understand the Reason Behind the Behavior

Oran Aviv

Aug 7, 20228 min read

Understand the Reason Behind the Behavior

Training in Validation may have prevented the death of a 93-year-old resident who police sprayed and tased at his care home.

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Oran Aviv

Jun 5, 20226 min read

Please – Make Mistakes!

To give person-centered care to someone who has dementia, you will most probably make mistakes on your way to finding the best care.

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Oran Aviv

May 6, 20225 min read

The Importance of Vitamin D

Vitamin D not only protects our bones, but it may also prevent cognitive decline and dementia.

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Oran Aviv

Feb 26, 20225 min read

The Fear of a Dementia Diagnosis

The term or label “Alzheimer’s” or “Dementia” frightens us. Once someone is labeled with “dementia” the person themselves and others begin

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