Don Wendorf shares singalong themes he has developed during his many years of singing with persons living with dementia.
Singalong Themes
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Singing Along With Persons Living With Dementia
Don Wendorf shares tips from his own experience leading singalongs with persons living with dementia.
Dementia Care Tips: Celebrating Holidays
If you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, your holidays will look different. That’s okay. It’s a new chapter.
Caregiver Story: My Aunt Sue and Uncle Dale
I will always remember how my aunt Sue’s face lit up when she heard the sound of my uncle Dale’s voice.
Why Music Matters
Music connects us with our memories and with each other. It’s an essential part of life, so it’s an essential part of dementia care.
4 Favorite Books for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
These nonfiction books resonate with me personally and are valuable for Alzheimer’s caregivers and anyone interested in dementia care.
Talking With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s
Develop new habits for talking with someone who has Alzheimer’s. Learn to cherish each new conversation.
Learning to Face Alzheimer’s With Joy
As Trish used her teaching skills, she taught us it was okay to look for new ways of doing things.
Facing Alzheimer’s With Songs, Smiles, and Joy
We’re inviting others to get involved with us, encouraging people to care for caregivers. We are thinking bigger, planning to positively impact people across the country and around the world. With your help, we encourage and support families navigating the challenges of caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s. Together, we are facing the disease with songs, smiles, and joy.