Rock Your Retirement Show

Caring for someone (especially our loved one) with Dementia can be challenging. Rick Topete is with us today to give us advice on how to take care of someone with Dementia. Rick's passion with seniors began way back when he was in high school. He studied at St. Bernard High School where they visit local Senior Centers in Los Angeles. During his visit to Senior Centers, they would play cards, listen to old-time music, hear their great stories, put a smile on their face and let them know they mattered. In 2011, he had an opportunity at Silverado Care. Within the first year of taking the job, his Aunt was diagnosed with early onset of Dementia that made it “real” and really centered him on what this disease is. Rick gives us some tips on how to take care of someone with Dementia. * Keep the tone of your voice pleasant and soft. * Sometimes, the noise can have an effect on someone with dementia. * Gentle eye contact * Stay away from negative words * Change topic if needed * Give simple choices *