Therapeutic Interventions for Dementia Engagement (TIDE)
Caring for persons with dementia has its unique challenges (and benefits) but sometimes therapists are "stuck" with where to begin and how to progress a program. LifeCare hopes to help with that! These are resources to help our therapy team with treatment planning and also to provide resources that can help the families and care partners of our patients. ADL resources also have downloadable links to share with families. Happy Learning!
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When to Refer to OT
Occupational therapy focuses on daily function, safety, roles/routines, environmental supports, and caregiver training — all essential as dementia progresses.
Treatment
Introduction
A quick overview of the guiding program principles.
Evaluation
Global Deterioration Scale
Understanding functional abilities and communication skills based on GDS
Treatment
Case Study Using DICE Approach
A case study on how OT helped a patient with dementia and her daughter address ADL and behavior challenges
Evaluation
When to Refer to PT
PT Referral Indicators (for patient and caregiver)
Evaluation
When to Refer to ST
Referral indicators for ST
Treatment
Caregiver Training Code
Caregiver Training without the patient present (Billable Service)
Treatment
Tips for Your Therapy Session
Always remember and don't every forget....
Communication
Communication
Strategies and tips to lower frustration and improve communication
Treatment
Managing Behavioral Issues
Tips for managing behavioral issues in therapy and also for care partners
Evaluation
Early Stage Dementia
Overview, goals and treatment ideas for MCI / Early Stage Dementia
Evaluation
Middle Stage Dementia
Treatment goals and activity ideas for middle stage dementia
Treatment
Cognitive/Expressive Activities
Treatment ideas to promote cognition and self expression
Treatment
Functional Mobility Treatment Ideas
Activities to improve balance and mobility
ADLs
Eating and Drinking
Tips to promote proper nutrition and hydration (without stress)
Treatment
Toileting
Strategies to improve toileting and reduce accidents
ADLs
Dressing & Grooming
Tips for dressing and grooming
ADLs
Bathing
People with dementia are often resistant to bathing. These strategies are for therapists and caregivers.
ADLs
Transfers
Learning how to move and transfer someone with mobility problems
Treatment
Sundowning
Strategies to manage sundowning and agitation at night