EP 28 The Art of One Way Conversation
This episode focuses on different ways Alzheimer's can affect our loved ones Communication skills, especially their verbal skills. Over the last 4 years Shanna declined to the point of being non-verbal about 2 years ago. All along I have learned to adapt and miraculously stay connected to her.
Topics covered in this episode :
How Alzheimer's affects verbal communication
How we adjusted over the years
What I have learned in talking with over 50 residents all with varying verbal abilities
How I am able to stay connected to Shanna even though she rarely says a word.