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Understanding Repeated Stories in Dementia Care
If a person with dementia keeps repeating the same story, it may signify unresolved issues, unfinished business or an unfulfilled need.
Oran Aviv
Feb 18, 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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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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Empathy For Dementia
It is through the power of using empathy for dementia that we can forge deeper connections with those who are experiencing distress.
Oran Aviv
Jul 3, 20237 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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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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The Person Comes First – Part 1
A summary of the Validation World Congress with Naomi Feil, Myra Garcia & Vicki de Klerk on the subject "The Person Comes First."
Oran Aviv
Feb 26, 20238 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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Emotional Baggage and Cognitive Decline
To prevent dementia, we must learn how to release our pent up emotions.
emotional baggage may contribute to cognitive decline.
Oran Aviv
Jan 1, 20238 min read
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You Can Make a Difference
We all can easily help people with dementia stay independent and live fulfilling lives.
Oran Aviv
Dec 18, 20226 min read
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Holidays with Dementia
It is possible to make holiday gatherings enjoyable and comfortable for everyone with careful planning and consideration.
Oran Aviv
Dec 11, 20227 min read
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The Importance of Coping
We must develop coping mechanisms earlier in life so we can deal with loss and changes later in life. In this way we may prevent dementia.
Oran Aviv
Aug 21, 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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Does Everyone with Dementia Withdraw?
What if we can prevent someone living with dementia from regressing? Naomi Feil, the founder of Validation, believes we can.
Oran Aviv
Jul 24, 20228 min read
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Celebrating 50 Weekly Blogs
By Oran Aviv It’s hard for me to believe, but I have now been blogging for a full year. Except during my 2-week trip in Italy, I have...
Oran Aviv
Jul 17, 20223 min read
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