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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.
Oran Aviv
Aug 12, 20248 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Jan 7, 20248 min read
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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...
Oran Aviv
Nov 19, 20238 min read
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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
Oran Aviv
Sep 10, 202310 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Aug 20, 20239 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Aug 9, 20235 min read
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The Importance of Eye Contact
Direct Eye Contact stimulates conversation, builds trust & strengthens relationships. One of Naomi Feil’s important Validation techniques.
Oran Aviv
May 21, 20237 min read
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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?
Oran Aviv
May 14, 20237 min read
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The Person Comes First - Part 3
Dr. Al Power has redefined dementia and has challenged traditional perspectives on dementia through his well-being approach
Oran Aviv
Mar 11, 20237 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Mar 5, 20237 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Feb 19, 20236 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Feb 12, 20237 min read
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Listen and Care
We need to relearn how to listen and really care so that we can fully understand and communicate with others.
Oran Aviv
Feb 6, 20237 min read
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Connect Beyond Words
Non-verbal strategies for building deeper connections with older individuals with dementia who have difficulty speaking.
Oran Aviv
Jan 23, 20236 min read
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Beyond Words
Communicating with someone who has dementia and is nonverbal can be challenging, but there are several strategies that can help you connect.
Oran Aviv
Jan 16, 20236 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Aug 28, 20227 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Aug 7, 20228 min read
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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.
Oran Aviv
Jun 6, 20226 min read
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The Importance of Vitamin D
Vitamin D not only protects our bones, but it may also prevent cognitive decline and dementia.
Oran Aviv
May 6, 20225 min read
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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
Oran Aviv
Feb 26, 20225 min read
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