Misunderstanding Dementia Podcast

Tuesday Dementia Training with Dr. Michele Rigel, PT, DPT, CDP Certified Dementia Practitioner  How are we managing our Dementia patients during this Covid-19 pandemic?  Dr. Rigel talks about managing her facility, the extra precautions that they took in handling their Dementia residents during this pandemic.  In this episode: 00:35 – Introduction of Dr. Michele Rigel 03:00 – How is Dr. Rigel managing her facility with the ongoing Covid-19 crisis? 04:15 – Infection control is the key. 04:45 – What are the necessary procedures or tips carried out with patients/residents during this pandemic? 08:05 – Demonstrate to dementia patients proper handwashing (this is a very good therapeutic activity.) 09:30 – Additional tips from Dr. Rigel with managing Dementia residents during this pandemic. 11:45 – Remember the word FAST. 11:50 – Find friends/group that will push you to your next level. 12:35 – Take Action. 13:10 – Shoot for the moon. 13:55 – Teach it.  Contact Dr. Michele Rigel: drmi