Maureen seems rather down at the moment which isn’t at all surprising when you consider what she has to contend with as dementia marches relentlessly on. Therefore, I have introduced some tried and tested natural remedies for improving memory, lifting mood and regaining contact with family:
- I have replaced rosemary sprigs all over the house as they had lost their aroma.
- I have put orange peel in the lounge to add a positive fragrance to the room.
- I have massaged and placed a heated wheat bag on Maureen’s left foot as it is always cold.
- I have booked her a home pedicure and manicure for 2 pm this afternoon.
- I have booked a chauffeur driven day out on Saturday so we can reconnect with Maureen’s family.
Follow the links underlined above for references on the effectiveness of these remedies: only time will tell how well Maureen responds to this combination therapy.
There will be further combination therapy taking place at 11 am this morning when I meet with our Key Worker to review our Care Plans. I’m not convinced that more of the same is required: we need to consider some significant changes to our Care Plans to ensure that they remain person-centred.
Dementia: Sharing The Good Times 
May I come to life at your place? Sounds very much like a spa 😉
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Please get on the next plane Susan but I may not be here. Maureen wants to summon the police as I am keeping her a prisoner so she can’t go home. I’ve tried everything I know and it’s making no difference. It looks like I will have to leave her to rant if this continues for much longer. Never mind a spa this stinks at the moment!!!!
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oh yes, I frequently walked away, and when I came back everything had righted itself. Time out is a great strategy 🙂
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The storm will blow itself out Susan and in the morning all will be forgotten – I hope!
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