I am blessed to have the opportunity to practice my PAC skills on a daily basis.
Working with many people who are living with dementia has been such an amazing experience. Any chance I get to use my skills will only benefit me and the people I work with.
What has been happening for you? Are you noticing your skills improving?
Is anyone finding it hard to remember to practice their skills?
Why do you think it is important to keep practicing our PAC skills?
What are some ideas that would help you to remember or set a time to practice?
How will you change and prioritize for 5 mins. in your day?
Here are some ideas to help you remember to practice your skills daily.
1. Set yourself a reminder in your phone for 5mins. before you start work, so that this reminder is one of the last thing you see before you start your work day.
2. Arrive early for work and practice your 5mins. before you start your day.
3. Set a reminder later in the day, as to remind you if you haven't had a chance in your busy schedule to get your 5 mins. in.
4. Take 5 mins. of your lunch break to interact with someone and practice your skills.
5. Make your 5 mins. a routine, so that you do them the same time everyday.
6. Take 5 mins. before you leave work.
How are you practicing your skills daily? (Please share in the comments section)
Don't forget, pets and family count too. They can be great supportive partners to help you on your PAC journey to becoming Dementia Competent.
This is such a great reminder. I have different clients throughout the day and maybe one or two with early dementia. I will try taking 5 mins to practice on family daily as it is so easy to forget these skills when you do need to use them if they are not quite habit yet.
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