Dementia Resource Center eNewsletter

Dementia Dimensions

eNewsletter for At Home Caregivers

September is for Self-Care

It is National Self-Care Awareness Month and taking care of you, the caregiver, is one of our top 8 expert strategies for dementia caregiving. Dr. Nelson, one of our experts, eloquently describes the importance of self-care for the dementia caregiver: “The system is only as strong as all of its parts. The person depending on you needs you to be healthy."

Read the 8 Tips

New Book for Your List

On the back cover of The Stranger You Love it reads “it will improve your life as a caregiver and the life of the person in your care.” We agree and encourage dementia caregivers, especially those new to caregiving, to check out our newest book review.

Read the Review

Caregiver Says Self-Care is a Must

A former at-home dementia caregiver shares her perspective on why you must take time for yourself. In this video short, Liz offers practical advice on what to do when you just need a break to refuel. Former St. John's Elder Advocate Chantel Foster commends Sue for her wisdom.

Watch the video

Have a question? Ask Mimi

If you are caring for a person living with dementia at home, Mondays with Mimi is where you can have your questions answered. In her 20 years at St. John’s, Mimi DeVinney (our Dementia/Quality of Life Specialist) has heard dozens of questions about caring for people living with dementia. Go to the Ask Mimi page of St. John’s Online Dementia Resource Center every Monday, to see Mimi’s answers to submitted questions.

Ask a Question

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