The Angie Graham Podcast
You’re in healthcare - but no one told you it would feel like this.
The award winning Angie Graham Podcast is where real conversations replace red tape. If you're a young professional trying to lead, care, and stay sane in this industry, an established leader looking for something new when all the old tricks are no longer working or just need a place that talks about you because it's about you , you're in the right place.
We talk senior living, healthcare and leadership, and what it really means to care - for others and yourself.
No spin. No scripts...sometimes. Just the truth behind the systems - and how YOU can make them better.
The Angie Graham Podcast
Stop Arguing | How To Help People With Dementia | Learn From Expert Teepa Snow
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In this episode, Angie Graham sits down with Teepa Snow, OT and dementia care leader, to talk about what actually helps people living with dementia. They cover why arguing reality backfires, how to build cooperation in the moment, when psych meds become dangerous, and why "Hand-under-Hand" can change care fast. You will also hear practical strategies for families, staff, and leaders who want safer, kinder dementia support.
•Relationship comes before tasks, especially with dementia.
•Arguing reality rarely helps, it usually escalates stress.
•Many “behaviors” are unmet needs or poor caregiver approach.
•Psych meds can create serious risks, use as last resort.
•Hand-under-Hand reduces threat and increases participation fast.
•Sexual actions may be confusion, not intent, adjust positioning first.
Teepa Snow
Occupational therapist and dementia care specialist with 45 years of experience.
Founder of Positive Approach to Care and the Snow Approach Foundation.
Host: Angie Graham
Healthcare advocate & podcast host focused on nursing leadership, caregiving, and dementia topics.
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