In this episode of the Able to Care podcast, host Andy Baker speaks with Kate Thubron, a trained occupational therapist and dementia care expert. Kate shares her journey from working in multiple care settings across the UK and abroad, to her passion for improving dementia care through the Montessori approach and cognitive stimulation therapy (CST). Kate discusses her experiences working with Teepa Snow’s Positive Approaches to Care model and how mindfulness and meditation practices enhance her training.
Key Messages:
- Personalised Dementia Care with the Montessori Approach Kate explains how the Montessori approach tailors care to each individual's needs, promoting independence and maintaining cognitive abilities through meaningful activities
- Empowering Independence While Managing Risk Kate emphasises the importance of balancing risk with freedom in dementia care, allowing residents to maintain skills and autonomy while staying safe 3. Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) as an Essential Tool Kate highlights CST’s proven benefits in improving cognitive function for people with dementia, advocating for its wider use to enhance mental stimulation and quality of life.
Key Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Introduction and Sponsorship
00:01:00 - Kate's Career Background
00:06:30 - Working Overseas in Mombasa
00:12:00 - The Montessori Approach to Dementia Care
00:18:30 - Addressing Risk and Maintaining Independence
00:24:00 - Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) Overview 00:30:00 - Family Involvement in Dementia Care 00:35:30 - Training and Support for Care Staff 00:43:00 - Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
00:50:00 - Conclusion and Key Takeaways
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