PhillyCare Coaching

01/20/2025

Hey! I did another guest blog post for Friends Life Care!

People who are caregivers for a loved one with dementia are challenged with behaviors but following a RECReate strategy may be a useful tool.

09/26/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/HeBmx6aR9fEd5a4g/

Me and my OT buddy Chris Burba (integrativeaip.com) caught at the Penn Memory Center's fundraiser a few weeks ago. (And the esteemed Dr. Karlowish photobombing!) Great event for a great organization!

09/12/2024

New guest blog post for Friends Life Care!

Caregivers for loved ones with dementia have challenges; dealing with repetitive questioning is one but there are things that can be done.

09/05/2024

Happy First Anniversary to PhillyCare Coaching LLC!!!!

On this day one year ago I saw my first private client. I'm so grateful to ALL my clients. My job is intense, as is being a solo business owner, but I love it every day.

Thank you so much to everyone who has supported me along the way!

5.0 ★ · Occupational therapist

08/04/2024

Another blog post for Friends Life Care! This one is on the value of meaningful engagement for people living with dementia. Enjoy!

Living with dementia brings many challenges to the the individual and their family caregiver but meaningful engagement can help them all.

06/20/2024

Hi, all!

Thanks to Cheryl Proska and Friends Life Care, who interviewed me for their podcast! You can watch the video on YouTube or listen through major podcast services. Enjoy!

Video Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTGGBdL5dRs&list=PLkXUSD3jJC9HBnH4w24_Gr1LQgoNkSUhb&index=1

Audio Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-for-dementia-caregivers-a-holistic-approach/id1670970300?i=1000659518450

‎Show Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, Ep Coaching for Dementia Caregivers: A Holistic Approach - Jun 19, 2024

06/19/2024

I wrote a new blog post for Friends Life Care!

Caregiving for a loved one can bring a lot of stress so it is important to focus on self-care that is personalized to the caregivers needs.

05/02/2024

Why do they do that? How should I respond?

I gave a lecture at Center on the Hill last week on changing your mindset around dementia behaviors. It was a great conversation with the audience! So many thanks to Mariangela Saavedra!

Changing Your Dementia Care MindsetRecorded Thursday, April 18, 2024Repetitive questions. Personal insults and verbal aggression. Making a mess by rummaging ...

03/23/2024

Thanks to Len Lear at the Chestnut Hill Local!

https://www.chestnuthilllocal.com/stories/treating-alzheimers-patients-from-it-to-ot,31560?

You wouldn’t argue against Emily S. Gavin’s commitment to service. She's a dementia care expert.

03/19/2024

I'm grateful to my clients every day for enabling me to do this rich and essential work!

Occupational therapy consulting and coaching for caregivers of people living with dementia. In-home in Philadelphia and online throughout PA. Medicare accepted.

03/17/2024

Hello, friends! Several of my clients have recently provided testimonials about PhillyCare Coaching. I'm proud and grateful. Please share! www.phillycarecoaching.com

Providing occupational therapy coaching and consulting for caregivers of people living with dementia.

01/15/2024

Come on out, Philly friends!