Cuesta Emeritus Program InstructorReminiscing and Art Therapy for Seniors with Alzheimers and Dementia

Artist residency through Cuesta College by Industry of the OrdinaryPerformance ART, Video Art, and one on one mentoring culminating in an 11 room installation show.

• Advocate for client or patient to resolve crisis, Alzheimer’s care.• Monitor, evaluate and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan.• Administer bedside personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance.• Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands.• Care for individuals or families during periods of incapacitation, family disruptions, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help adjusting to new lifestyle.• Transport clients to locations outside of home, such as to physician’s offices or on outing using a motor vehicle.• Provide clients with communication assistance, typing their correspondences or obtaining information for them.• Administering medication or planning out weekly pill schedules with physician.

Artist representation, 6 month gallery wall, 1 day a week sales in gallery