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Susan

Activity Director From Nevada, United States


About Susan: Susan Berg is a freelance writer, retired healthcare professional, retired Activity Director and current writer for several senior care e-magazines with more than 20 years of experience working with Senior Citizens and eight years experience writing for a number of publications. She is the author of a book for those with dementia and their caregivers. Susan has two blogs about activities for seniors and information vital to all wanting to know about dementia. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and North Shore Community College.

Senior Citizens
Susan is an expert on senior citizen issues. She is currently a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA). In this role, she has worked with senior citizens. Susan is an expert on adapting and modifying activities so that seniors can participate in them. She spent twenty years as an Activity Director in nursing homes. She devised, planned, coordinated, and facilitated stimulating activity programming. Also she designed a program for homebound senior citizens. Currently, Susan shares her knowledge about senior activities on one of her blogs.

Dementia

Susan is also an expert on dementia and related issues. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner(CPD). She has participated in numerous workshops, seminars and alike where she has gained much knowledge. Her work as an Activity Director and COTA has given her much knowledge and experience in relating to individuals with dementia. Susan is passionate about sharing her knowledge. She is hopeful that people will do what they can to prevent or at least slow down dementia in themselves or loved ones. Susan has shared many tips on how to prevent dementia or slow it down on her other blog.

Feel free to visit and comment at either of Susan’s blogs at
http://activitiesdirector.blogspot.com
http://dementiaviews.blogspot.com

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Susan 31st Jan 2024 Activity Director

Short Story: The Hauntings of New Orleans

Hi Lee
You are really lucky to have that technology at your fingertips
I am sure you are clients really love all that you do. Thanks for sharing and keep us updated
Susan 31st Jan 2024 Activity Director

How to motivate residents in long term care

Hi again, Evelyn
Respite care one being another option for giving the daughter a break
Susan 31st Jan 2024 Activity Director

How to motivate residents in long term care

Wow, Evelyn
This is a tough one
I am wondering how old the client is
If she is refusing to drink, that can be a problem because dehydration can cause a lot of problems
Here are some suggestions for that
https://www.goldencarers.com/20-creative-ways-to-hydrate-the-elderly-in-senior-care/6501/
As you can see, there are many complications of this
Has the daughter ever thought about adult daycare?
How about getting a caregiver for a few hours to give her a break
Perhaps the client needs more exercise walking is always good
Is there anything that can be adapted that the client used to like to do?
Coloring Can be relaxing even if it's simple
https://www.goldencarers.com/mandala-activities-for-the-elderly/4493/
I will think more about this keep us updated
Susan 28th Jan 2024 Activity Director

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For the those looking for pet therapy care plan These articles may help
https://www.goldencarers.com/pet-therapy-in-nursing-homes/4405/
https://www.goldencarers.com/10-benefits-of-pet-therapy/3846/
There is a pet care plan included with both
Susan 24th Jan 2024 Activity Director

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Susan 24th Jan 2024 Activity Director

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Susan 23rd Jan 2024 Activity Director

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Wow, Amber
You are so lucky to have these volunteers
Here are some ideas from Golden carers
https://www.goldencarers.com/8-tips-for-successful-one-on-one-visits/3843/
Susan 22nd Jan 2024 Activity Director

Fill Your Pot With Gold Game

Hi Mary
Thank you for the information
Susan 22nd Jan 2024 Activity Director

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Hi AFI
Thank you for you for your kind words glad this site is so helpful to you
Yes, we are hoping 2024 will be a great year
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