Eric Portnoff

[Eric Portnoff @eportnoff]

I just entered to win a #2ndTaxReturn & a #Moto G5 Plus from @republicwirelss! You should too! https://t.co/YVpzQZ0osd

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@SamHarrisOrg @jordanbpeterson Not interested in another talk with that guy. I think you should have moved on, but not talked again.

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@EllenHenry @ITTtracks @ahcancal @SLLawrence107 @SunriseSrLiving Thanks for tuning in, Ellen.

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@SunriseSrLiving Learn to meditate and take just a little time each day to be silent, awake and aware. Relaxation is key. #MemoryChat

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@SunriseSrLiving A13: Have him or her evaluated by their physician or a memory care specialist. #MemoryChat

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@SStrathmeyer @SunriseSrLiving Good point, Sandy!

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@SunriseSrLiving A11: Prepare whatever they have always loved the most. They will really appreciate it!

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@SunriseSrLiving A10: Keeping them involved in normal activities for as long as possible is great. Just know your (and their) limits.

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@SunriseSrLiving A9: Make sure you don't place unfamiliar objects in paths they typically walk.

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@SunriseSrLiving A7: Make sure he has a quite area so as not to be overwhelmed. Use music and touch. Talk to him.

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@AndreBestMN @ahcancal @SunriseSrLiving Welcome, Andre. Great to have you here!

[Eric Portnoff @eportnoff]

@SunriseSrLiving 100% acceptance of them as they are now. 0 pressure to perform, remember or respond in any particular way. A deep breath.

[Eric Portnoff @eportnoff]

#MemoryChat I and the Memory Care team would love to hear any questions you may have! #MemoryChat

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@SunriseSrLiving A4: The New York Times reviews a number of books on Alzheimer's for children: http://t.co/JLRxjFlq71

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@SunriseSrLiving A4: Be honest and explain what is really going on in terms they can understand. Make it not scary.

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@SunriseSrLiving A3: Music is a universal language that survives in the deepest parts of the brain. Music can stimulate very late.

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@SunriseSrLiving A2: Confusion re: time and place, difficulty completing familiar tasks, problems with words are a few.

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@SunriseSrLiving It's all about love. Try to slow down and have a few quiet meaningful moments. Keep it simple. Take a moment from the busy.

[Eric Portnoff @eportnoff]

@SunriseSrLiving Also, I became a Certified Validation Teacher this year.

[Eric Portnoff @eportnoff]

@SunriseSrLiving 20 years in long term care for adults with developmental disabilities followed by 7 years at Sunrise!