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"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better".
~ Maya Angelou
Insight Dementia Solutions (IDS): The Journey So Far
I have worked with dementia and general aging issues personally and professionally for over 10 years. My Granny is my inspiration for IDS. When I became a caregiver to her I knew nothing about dementia and had to learn to navigate these challenges largely on my own, I had to learn much of what you are learning. These experiences set me on the path to earn my Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of Denver, to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and to start IDS. I seek to share what I learned on my journey to help you on yours.
IDS Philosophy
Rooted in social work values and ethics honoring self-determination, dignity and worth of person, and the importance of human relationships. From our challenges and obstacles come opportunities to grow and hope; social work is a "profession of hope". Each person has strengths and abilities that IDS strives to foster through a collaborative approach. I honor and promote service and respect with integrity.
~ YOU are the expert about your situation ~ I have the experience & training ~ WE partner to find solutions
(This is the emotion behind the IDS logo: 3 pieces of a heart ... You ~ Me ~ We)
IDS is Uniquely Qualified to Partner with You
~ IDS is a small client-focused business that can get more in-depth and gain a greater understanding of your situation through holistic assessments, purposeful planning, and service recommendations
~ IDS can endorse trusted services and providers
~ I have extensive experience in areas such as Adult Protective Services, long-term care, home health, support and psycho-educational groups, individual/family/group therapy, elder/estate-planning law, inpatient geriatric psychiatric hospital care, a Certificate in Dementia Care from the Alzheimer's
Association in 2008
~ I currently meet with clients to provide psychotherapy and cognitive stimulation exercises
~ Spiritual and emotional support with death and dying issues and transitions, loss, change, aging issues
~ IDS presented a seminar on Dementia Awareness & Basics at Springbrooke Retirement Community on
September 20, 2017
~ IDS joined the Johnson Adult Day Program caregiver support group September 2017 to chat about
dementia, caregiving & resources
~ IDS was interviewed by Military Network Radio November 2016 (please see top right of HOME page for full
recording)
~ IDS attends various community events
IDS is a mobile service that currently accepts private pay, Medicare, Tricare, Cigna, Mutual of Omaha, and numerous other secondary insurances (unable to accept Medicare Advantage Plans). I also have office space at VAST Wellness Center, 2323 South Troy Street, Suite 3-107, Aurora, Colo, 80014. Please see the map below!
I have worked with dementia and general aging issues personally and professionally for over 10 years. My Granny is my inspiration for IDS. When I became a caregiver to her I knew nothing about dementia and had to learn to navigate these challenges largely on my own, I had to learn much of what you are learning. These experiences set me on the path to earn my Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of Denver, to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and to start IDS. I seek to share what I learned on my journey to help you on yours.
IDS Philosophy
Rooted in social work values and ethics honoring self-determination, dignity and worth of person, and the importance of human relationships. From our challenges and obstacles come opportunities to grow and hope; social work is a "profession of hope". Each person has strengths and abilities that IDS strives to foster through a collaborative approach. I honor and promote service and respect with integrity.
~ YOU are the expert about your situation ~ I have the experience & training ~ WE partner to find solutions
(This is the emotion behind the IDS logo: 3 pieces of a heart ... You ~ Me ~ We)
IDS is Uniquely Qualified to Partner with You
~ IDS is a small client-focused business that can get more in-depth and gain a greater understanding of your situation through holistic assessments, purposeful planning, and service recommendations
~ IDS can endorse trusted services and providers
~ I have extensive experience in areas such as Adult Protective Services, long-term care, home health, support and psycho-educational groups, individual/family/group therapy, elder/estate-planning law, inpatient geriatric psychiatric hospital care, a Certificate in Dementia Care from the Alzheimer's
Association in 2008
~ I currently meet with clients to provide psychotherapy and cognitive stimulation exercises
~ Spiritual and emotional support with death and dying issues and transitions, loss, change, aging issues
~ IDS presented a seminar on Dementia Awareness & Basics at Springbrooke Retirement Community on
September 20, 2017
~ IDS joined the Johnson Adult Day Program caregiver support group September 2017 to chat about
dementia, caregiving & resources
~ IDS was interviewed by Military Network Radio November 2016 (please see top right of HOME page for full
recording)
~ IDS attends various community events
IDS is a mobile service that currently accepts private pay, Medicare, Tricare, Cigna, Mutual of Omaha, and numerous other secondary insurances (unable to accept Medicare Advantage Plans). I also have office space at VAST Wellness Center, 2323 South Troy Street, Suite 3-107, Aurora, Colo, 80014. Please see the map below!
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Granny and Grandpa (Opie)
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Office location in Aurora: 2323 S. Troy Street, #3-107, Aurora 80014
