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: drmichele@homerehabpa.com