Karen Bonser

About Karen

Karen Bonser se convirtió en cuidadora de su esposo Mike cuando le diagnosticaron Alzheimer a los 53 años. Desde entonces, Karen ha estado viviendo su nueva normalidad cuidando de su esposo y su hija. Aunque el camino no siempre es fácil, han logrado concienciar sobre los desafíos de vivir con demencia gracias a su participación en Nuestro Coro de Demencia, junto con Vicky Mclure, lo cual le da mucha alegría a Mike.

Karen comparte en sus videos cómo mantiene una rutina con Mike y cuáles son sus consejos para convertirse en cuidador.

El camino no es fácil, pero mantén a tu ser querido lo más activo posible. Esto te ayudará a que te acompañe más tiempo, a encontrar actividades que puedan hacer juntos y a pedir siempre ayuda.

Karen Bonser

8 Pillars of Wellbeing

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Stay Active

Keeping your body well nurtured plays a key part in maintaining wellbeing. Daily walks and exercise games are great ways to work those muscles, giving them a burst of life!

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Time Together

Everyday is different and you will get frustrated, but it is important to adapt to their needs.

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Celebrate Achievement

Developing daily purpose, no matter how small, builds a sense of value – in life, to others and your environment. Mini-successes, new memories, self-pride and sense of importance all add to your place in the world.

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Stay Independent

Try to keep them independent at home for as long as possible especially if they are diagnosed with early onset dementia. Keep them active for as long as possible it will keep them with you for longer.

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Find Calm

Activities and prescribed medication can really help; the Jigsaws are amazing for this as he can play with those all day.

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Embrace Identity

Everyone has a story to tell about their life and history. It’s what makes us special and unique. Putting focus on yourself as an individual and who you are builds a fulfilling sense of identity.

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Keep Learning

Through discovery and continual learning comes satisfaction, achievement and confidence. Developing your abilities and knowledge, even temporarily, proves there’s much more life to enjoy and give.

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Bring Joy

Music, really helps to bring them joy but any hobby that they enjoy will keep their spirits up.

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