New Issue of Validation Viewpoint with Steve Klotz (click to read full article)

Validation Principle #2: Maloriented and disoriented old people should be accepted as they are; we should not try to change them.

When older adults with dementia are confused, they deserve our respect and acceptance.  Our goal is not to correct them or re-orient them.  Instead, we must (click to read full article)

Should a Caregiver be Truthful or Kind?

Interesting article and question. 

See previous posts on our blog for an effective approach to this scenario using Validation communication method.  See previous video post, "What is Validation?"

Validation Viewpoint with Steve Klotz (New Series!)

Validation Principle #1: All very old people are unique and worthy of esteem.

Every senior, whether livingat home or one of our campuses, deserves to be treated as an individual, to begiven respect, and to be seen as someone...(click to read full article).