Diane Rennie APR

Building success for individuals, businesses and nonprofits through coaching & practical communication strategies. Great fun to help others grow!

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

@CBCTheNational Bravo

[Dementia Network YYC @DementiaCalgary]

Have you had the experience of making decisions for a person with dementia? Participate in this research study and help us understand what supports and tools would be helpful. If you are interested in learning more and want to participate, please email [email protected]

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

Please re-Tweet to raise awareness about the power of #music in the lives of people with #dementia and those who are #caregiving.

#Alzheimers #happiness

[Alzheimer Calgary @alzcalgary]

Recharge sessions are back! Designed with caregivers in mind take some time to relax, enjoy and #recharge.
#yyc #music #caregivers #briankeating

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

@LEAD_Coalition This is a great summary and reminder. I feel there is one addition needed - and it's ok that you won't model it perfectly everyday!

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

Sundowning explained a must read for caregivers #dementia

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

14 Tips to Reduce Sundowning https://t.co/4M4idMgKll

#Alzheimers #dementia

[Dementia Dialogue @dementiadialog]

When a challenge comes their way, John&Cindy McCaffrey seem able to meet it head-on but it has often not been easy. After describing how a diagnosis impacts a young family, John&Cindy share how they had to rethink finances, careers, kids and found new ways to live positively.

[Alzheimer Calgary @alzcalgary]

Being lost is an issue for 60% of people living with dementia at some point during their diagnosis. For resources and to learn about what you can to do to help visit 👉
https://t.co/ExYD9Pntas
#missingseniors

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

In providing support for a person living with #dementia, often resisting the urge to correct is a #kindness.

#Alzheimers #quote

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

Interesting discussion. I would add that Understanding is key to a positive outcome. Seek to truly understand first.

[Alex Lieberman @businessbarista]

Most people HATE disagreements.

They fear confrontation, tension, and hurting others.

But the most successful people I know disagree often & disagree well.

Here's how they do it:

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

A great chance to get some holiday shopping done while supporting Alzheimer Society Calgary.

[Alzheimer Calgary @alzcalgary]

We are so grateful for @CalgaryVillages for donating 15% of all purchases on November 16 to us. Can't make it down on Nov. 16? Use code ASC online starting on November 13th.

Start shopping now! https://t.co/WviMz6AIyw

#shoplocal #support #charity #fundraiser #dementia

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

Thanks Susan - we are very fortunate to have so many amazing women in our world @CKComms @mccaffery_c @mariansart @Dawn_French @brundrit @llpoole @kmaymo1

[Susan Elford @susanelford]

Thanks @lchrelations! Amplifying amazing women! @bridger_on @amphoracomms @MomentumYYC @liztraines @SFranzky @kmblnchtt @DianeRennie2 @LisaFalkowsky @yycronniemac @angpayne

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

Important information so you know what to do if an older adult in your world goes missing.

[Dementia Network YYC @DementiaCalgary]

A vulnerable missing older adult is an emergency, call 911 immediately. For information on preventing & preparing: https://t.co/1XTq4ytC16 developed by the Calgary Missing Older Adult Resource Network. #missing #agefriendlyYYC
@CalgaryPolice, @AHSMedia, @CityofCalgary, @YYCfire

[Diane Rennie APR @RennieCom]

@MgmtScientist I appreciated this thoughtful analysis. There are so many factors to consider and many unknowns, a well done spotlighting of the considerations, thank you for highlighting it.

[Dementia Network YYC @DementiaCalgary]

Canadians want change - I look forward to hearing the plans from all federal parties on their plans to make change happen @CanadaDementia
https://t.co/R4p8OtWQus

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

Please re-Tweet to raise awareness that people living with #Alzheimers disease and other forms of #dementia are braver, stronger and smarter than others can imagine.

[Dementia Network YYC @DementiaCalgary]

Conversation Cafes are a great resource for families impacted by dementia. They bring people together to share experiences and to exchange information.

Learn more here! https://t.co/6st0Vp2j4e

#Dementia #DementiaAwareness #Caregiving #Alzheimer #Calgary #Support

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

Our sadness comes from what people with #Alzheimers or other forms of #dementia no longer can do, while their joy comes from what they still can do. However and whenever we are able, let’s embrace their abilities and their joys.

(image: @sarahwilsonOT) #Happiness #purpose

[Noelannah Neubauer @Noelannah]

STUDY RECRUITMENT – Are you (or do you know of) a person living with dementia who uses technology📱🖥 ? Are you interested in reducing your risk⚠️ of getting lost? Consider participating in our study that is evaluating the interactive Canadian Guideline for Safe Wandering🤗

[Ian Kremer @LEAD_Coalition]

Please re-Tweet to help overcome stigma: This day and every day, remember the beauty in each person living with #Alzheimers disease or another form of #dementia.