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In the month of August, we will celebrate all things related to Residents will be encouraged to join in programming centered around

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August 2020

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Television and Movies for People with DementiaBy Brooke DeNisco

People with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia's are often very sensi-tive to emotional and vocal cues. A distressed character in a film or televi-sion show can make someone with dementia feel genuinely upset, even

after the show ends. While it may seem overbearing to “censor” the televi-sion, showing violent programming (including the news) causes unneces-sary anxiety for people with dementia who are contending with so much.

As an activity director, I made unwitting mistakes in my screen selections.For example, I once put on a nature movie that I thought would be very be-

nign for a group of people in a memory care community. One scene featureda blazing forest fire. Shortly after the documentary ended, a community

member began earnestly trying to help everyone out of their rooms to evacu-ate because of “the fire.” High-definition televisions with huge screens can bestartlingly realistic and people may believe that what they see on the screen

is actually in the room, which can be terrifying.

So why not just skip screen time? Because television and movies can bringpeople great joy. Many shows and images are familiar and comforting. Theymay also spark good memories and bring on laughter. When watching with a

group, television can become an easy, low-pressure way to socialize.

Peggy Cahill, program coordinator for the nonprofit Artists for Alzheimer’s(ARTZ), teamed with a movie theater in Massachusetts to produce quarterlymovie events for people with dementia. Her program, featured on the AARP

website, tracks reactions to the film program and collects comment cardsfrom participants’ family members and care staff. She noted, “Many of the

participants came away with more positive moods than usual and a greaterattention span that lasted beyond the theater experience. They were alsomore communicative and engaged with staff and peers and reminisced

about their past.”

It’s impossible to catch every potential trigger in television and movies, but itcan help to have some suggestions to keep near television sets. The Al-zheimer’s Association, A Place for Mom, and AARP have created a list of

shows and movies and can be found on their websites.

Lorra Alcantara Retirement Counselor

Dusty Salazar Clinical Manager

Shanna Jennings Retirement Counselor

Michelle Gailey Executive Director

Ignacio Garcia Director of Plant

Operations

Carlton Senior Living Poet’s Corner Management Team

Jasmine Aliscad Medication Manager

Art Zavala Programming

Manager

Sarah Connor Associate Director

Judith Norwood 8/5

Zeme Christopulos 8/7 Julia Dos Santos 8/8

Sarah Anderson 8/20

STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Christina Verra Christina was born in Sacramento, California and moved to Oakland last year to attend the nursing school at Samuel Merritt University. What she enjoys most about working the front desk is getting to know the residents and various staff members.

RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT

Bahram Daraknshan Bahram Daraknshan was born in Tehran, Iran at a family home. Bahram graduated from UC Davis and has a bachelor ‘s degree in electrical engineering. Bahram built 4 houses from scratch all by himself! He loves Football, Tennis, and also he likes to take long walks.

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LIFE IS NOT ABOUT WAITING FOR THE STORM TO PASS, ITS ABOUT LEARNING

TO DANCE IN

THE RAIN

THINGS YOU CANDO TO SUPPORTYOURSELF

YOU AREESSENTIAL

Carlton’s tips, reminders and resources

Need Help?Call the CDC hotline

at 1-800-985-5990

or you can text

TalkWithUs to 66746

As a Carlton employee, you have access to the free and confidential

Employee Assistance Program which offers you a variety of resources

such as unlimited phone counseling with a licensed counselor.

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Who Me?You are an

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Why? Because of

the vulnerable

people you care for.

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Carlton Heroes!

1. Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news

stories, including social media. Hearing about the

pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.

2. Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch,

or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals,

exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol.

3. Make time to unwind. Try to do activities you enjoy.

4. Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about

your concerns and how you are feeling.

(Information from www.CDC.gov)

Stop the spread of germs that can make you and others sick!

You may be asked to put ona facemask to protect others.

If you don’t have a tissue, cough orsneeze into your upper sleeve orelbow, not your hands.

Wash hands often with soap andwarm water for 20 seconds.If soap and water are notavailable, use an alcohol-basedhand rub.

Cover your mouth and nose with atissue when you cough or sneeze.Put your used tissue in thewaste basket.

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Recognizing and Reducing Fall Risk Factors for Various Stages of Alzheimer’s

By Adrienne Lameray

Customer Success Manager, SafelyYou

People living with Alzheimer’s are four to five times more likely to fall than older adults who do not have cognitive impairment.However, the risk of falling varies depending on the stage of Alzheimer’s. Since June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Iwant to provide a quick overview of the three stages — mild, moderate, and severe — and examine fall risks and preventativemeasures as the symptoms worsen over time.

Mild

In the early stage of Alzheimer’s, a person may function independently. This is not typically a high fall-risk stage unless other healthissues co-exist with cognitive change.

Moderate

During the middle stage of Alzheimer’s, dementia symptoms are more pronounced. The person may confuse words, get frustratedor angry, and act in unexpected ways, such as refusing to bathe. Damage to nerve cells in the brain can also make it difficult for theperson to express thoughts and perform routine tasks without assistance.

� Wandering behaviors can lead to exhaustion and subsequently falls� Losing physical strength and balance� Incontinence can lead to frequent trips to the bathroom — often at night in poor lighting and without mobility aids or

assistance. UTIs can then lead to confusion and discomfort� Experiencing changes in sleep patterns, such as sleeping during the day and becoming restless at night

Severe

In the final stage of the disease, dementia symptoms are severe. Individuals lose the ability to respond to their environment, carryon a conversation, and eventually control movement.

� At this stage, many people living with dementia experience changes in physical abilities, including walking, sitting, and,eventually, swallowing. Some people may not recognize these changes from day to day and attempt certain activities of dailyliving, such as walking, transferring from bed to walker, or changing their clothes without help. These activities can easily lead

to a fall.� Since those living with Alzheimer’s have difficulty communicating, they are often not able to express their needs and desires.

This can unfortunately lead to falls as they attempt to attend to their own unmet needs without assistance.

Reducing the Risk of Falls

To reduce the risk of falls, here are a few key tips to consider:

� Keep frequently used items within reach� Place mobility aid in the best position for self-transfer; remove if unable to self-transfer to avoid cueing� Understand preferences and nighttime routines: lights on/off, TV on/off, toileting, showering, sheets, bed positioning� Take extra care to reduce clutter and ensure clear pathways� Provide comfort; less anxiety and agitation will help calm the person living with Alzheimer’s, so they will, hopefully have fewer

falls

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