Top Five Human needs and emotional indicators of distress:

Written By Judy King

Five Expressions of Emotional Distress:

Angry - Irritated, angry, furious Sad - dissatisfied, sad, hopeless Lonely - soliary, lonely, abandoned, trapped

Scared - anxious,scared,terrified Lacking Purpose - disengaged, bored, useless

Five Human Needs:

Intake - oxygen, hydration, nourishment, medicine

Energy Flow - tired or reved up, directed inward or outward

Output - cargon dioxide, urine, feces, sweat, salilva, tears

Comfort(environment) - friendly, funcional, familiar, forgiving

Pain-Free!!!! - physical, emotional, spiritual

This content is based on the work of Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care® methods and education. https://teepasnow.com/

Judy King

Welcome to Arms of Grace Respite Care, llc. My name is Judy, and I am deeply passionate about supporting care partners who walk the challenging yet rewarding path of caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. With over 16 years as a business owner and a lifetime of varied experiences, I’ve cultivated a heart-centered approach to care that emphasizes compassion, understanding, and empowerment.

My journey has been shaped by firsthand experience with conditions such as Parkinson’s, primary progressive multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, Alzheimer’s, and common geriatric issues.

To better serve care partners, I pursued CNA training and furthered my education through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care, which provides invaluable insights into brain changes in those living with Alzheimer’s. I remain committed to staying informed, reading current research on Alzheimer’s disease weekly, and volunteering at an assisted living community I previously worked at. I provide a Chair exercise program that promotes Neuroplasticity. It is named Ageless Grace(timeless fitness for the body and brain).

Beyond my professional life, I am a wife, mother, grandmother, and someone who finds joy in the outdoors, crafting, and helping others. I am here to guide you with compassion and practical tools to navigate the complexities of caregiving. Together, we can ensure that you and your loved one feel supported every step of the way.

https://livewithdementia.com
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