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‘Tis the Season for Family Gatherings

At a recent Dementia Together “SPECAL®” (pronounced “speckle”) workshop, we discussed how loved ones with dementia sometimes withdraw or become agitated during family gatherings. The assumption is often made, “it’s just part of the disease.” At Dementia Together, we agree: Withdrawal or expressions of agitation are part of disease. The dis-ease of trying to navigate …

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Remembering Christmas

My guess is many of us have memories of past Christmas and holiday times. Where we spent those days, family members or friends who were involved, or unusual situations which arose may all factor into those memories. Living in the Front Range area, we know wind, among other weather conditions, can wreak havoc. On occasion, …

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