Peter
22nd May 2013
Certified Alzheimers and Dementia Coach
Hi everyone. What a privilege to be part of this group! No, that isn't a suck up, I've been a RAO at a facility and I know just how difficult that job is. As a Part-timer, unfortunately, when nursing staff were on light-duties, I had no shifts. not sustainable. What to do? contacted Dr Lord at remembering4you.com and trained as an Alzheimers and Dementia Coach. That's who I am and why I am here. I noted that you all are left to our own devices once you are in the job, and that's why I see this forum a HUGE plus. The more ideas that are contributed, the better the job can be done, but, most importantly, the more calm and peace we can bring to those living with Alzheimer's. Keep up your wonderful "Angel" work. I'm sure that those you care for would happily play "thank you angels" by the Real O'sheas to get their message across of how they feel about you in their lives. So apt for what we bring to their lives.
I love this site, there is always an idea, quiz or craft that I can use or modify for my programs. After 35 years as an Activation Coordinator/Senior Facilitator, I am now semi-retired and running programs for individuals and small groups on Zoom (Mind Challenge/Theme Conversations & Your Story).
Love the forum idea and can see it being a real support to each other - wonderful to see the smiling faces, caring and positive attitudes that this field endangers!
Congratulations and thanks to the Golden Carers Team for a professional and well designed website that is internationally useful and user friendly!