Helpful Resources

Videos

“A Different Visit” 

This is an 8-minute presentation by Dr. Cameron Camp to help families and friends have purposeful and rewarding visits with loved ones who have memory loss. The presentation centers on the use of Montessori-based activities, which are effective in engaging persons with memory loss

"Relate, Motivate, Appreciate" 

This is a link to a video from Alzheimer’s Australia featuring Anne Kelly discussing the Montessori approach to dementia care.

"Giving Choices" 

This brief video presentation by Cameron J. Camp, Ph.D. is about how to reduce stress and give a sense of control to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders by providing choices between two options rather than asking open-ended questions.

"Slowing Down" 

This short presentation by Cameron J. Camp, Ph.D. discusses effective communication with persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders

Other Resources

Relate, Motivate, Appreciate - PDF Download 

This is an excellent resource from our friends at Alzheimer’s Australia. This free publication is full of useful information and activity ideas

Engaging Alzheimer's 

This is a link to Engaging Alzheimer's, a helpful resource for persons with memory impairments and their caregivers. The featured new book by Jennifer Brush and Kerry Mills, I Care, is a recommended resource for care partners.