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Associated Press
2 hours ago
- Health
- Associated Press
New Book Empowers Dementia Care Partners to Navigate Challenges with Confidence and Calm
NH, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 / / -- Ann Olson, OTR/L, a seasoned occupational therapist with over 25 years of experience, announces the release of her insightful new book, 'Making Peace with Dementia: An Occupational Therapist's Formula for Optimizing Care and Restoring Calm.' This 164-page guide offers families and care partners practical, empathetic tools to better support loved ones living with dementia. Grounded in Olson's extensive expertise and compassionate approach, 'Making Peace with Dementia' redefines how care partners approach their roles. The book highlights a pivotal yet surprising truth: mastering dementia care depends less on changing the individual with dementia and more on equipping care partners with practical strategies to manage and reduce stress. The guide is divided into three core sections designed to empower care partners by exploring techniques for creating calm in their loved ones, cultivating a supportive environment, and finding personal clarity and balance. Olson's conversational and relatable style makes complex concepts accessible, helping readers sustain their energy, improve communication, and prepare for the future with pragmatic expectations. 'Families caring for loved ones with dementia often feel overwhelmed and lost,' says Olson. 'This book is my way of helping them discover that by learning practical strategies and rethinking their approach, they can create a more meaningful and peaceful experience for everyone involved.' Ann Olson's professional background in treating neurological conditions, combined with her work as a dementia educator, coach, and senior living consultant, makes her uniquely positioned to offer this much-needed resource. Additionally, in 2022, Olson founded Sweet Basil Senior Care, an organization dedicated to supporting families navigating life with dementia. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to enhance their caregiving skills, reduce tension, and rediscover joy in their relationships with those impacted by dementia. 'Making Peace with Dementia' (ISBN: 9781966074953 / 9781966074946) can be purchased through retailers worldwide, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The hardcover retails for $29.99, the paperback retails for $19.99, and the ebook retails for $2.99. Review copies and interviews with the author are available upon request. For more information or to purchase the book, visit Amazon. From the Back Cover: Making Peace with Dementia was written for the dementia care partner who often is thrust into a difficult situation and struggles to provide care at the cost of their own health and happiness. Author Ann Olson, an expert with decades of experience in dementia care, provides you with practical, easy-to-read guidance. Her book offers insight into the changes associated with dementia and equips you with strategies to side-step conflict, communicate effectively, and enhance safety and engagement. Through real-life examples, Olson illustrates realistic and successful approaches for managing a variety of challenging situations. Numerous techniques are shared to help you prioritize your well-being and navigate dementia with greater calm, confidence and peace of mind. About the Author Ann Olson, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist specializing in neurological conditions, including dementia. Over her 25-year career, she has worked as a senior living consultant, educator, and dementia caregiver coach. Olson is also the founder of Sweet Basil Senior Care. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her husband and dog, Violet. About MindStir Media: MindStir Media LLC is an award-winning book publisher. To learn more about publishing a book with MindStir Media, visit or call 800-767-0531. Michelle VanSledright MindStir Media LLC +1 800-767-0531 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Time of India
a day ago
- General
- Time of India
Over 50K fill OTR for asst teacher recruitment
Prayagraj: Within just six days of announcement of 7,466 LT Grade (assistant teacher) vacancies in govt secondary schools in Uttar Pradesh, over 50,000 new candidates have filled the One-Time Registration (OTR) on the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) website. The OTR system, implemented by UPPSC in Jan 2023, streamlines the application process. Candidates are no longer required to repeatedly enter personal information or upload documents like photos and signatures for every recruitment. This has simplified and expedited the application process for various examinations conducted by the commission. As of July 14, the total number of candidates who completed OTR stood at 21.70 lakh. This figure has now surged to 22,26,555, out of which 22,25,909 candidates have completed verification, and 22,25,305 were allotted OTR numbers. Excitement among aspirants is evident as online applications for the LT Grade recruitment are set to begin on July 28, marking the first such largescale recruitment since 2018. After a long wait of seven years, many candidates see this as a crucial opportunity to secure a teaching position in govt schools. tnn
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
RO/ARO 2025: From AI to social media monitoring, UP govt's strict security for exam
The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented a comprehensive strategy involving advanced technology, strict confidentiality protocols, and robust administrative oversight to ensure fair and transparent conduct of the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer (RO/ARO) exam on July 27. The examination will be conducted in a single shift from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm across all 75 districts of the state. The government has roped in the state public service commission to implement the strategy. According to a statement, exam monitoring will be carried out through a combination of artificial intelligence, CCTV surveillance, and social media tracking to eliminate the risk of malpractice, paper leaks, or any form of misconduct. While candidate identification and centre allocation have been fully digitised to ensure transparency and eliminate potential bias, each district magistrate will serve as the nodal officer, empowered to oversee the entire examination process and take immediate action when necessary. A total of 2,382 exam centres have been established to accommodate over 10.76 lakh candidates. The exam centres have been assigned through a computer-generated randomisation process, and e-admit cards are linked to an eight-step verification system under the One Time Registration (OTR) process. To maintain strict confidentiality, question papers have been prepared in two separate sets by different printers. Just 45 minutes before the exam, a computer-based randomisation process will determine which set is used. Each question paper will be available in eight jumbled series, each marked with a unique and variable barcode. These papers will be securely stored in confidential trunk boxes with triple-locking mechanisms and five-layer tamper-proof packaging. This entire process will be monitored through live CCTV streaming at the centre, district, and commission levels, the statement said. Entry into exam centres will require biometric authentication and facial recognition. Dual-layer frisking will be conducted jointly by the police and the implementing agency. To ensure rigorous supervision at each exam centre, a team consisting of a sector magistrate, a static magistrate, a centre administrator, two deputy centre administrators, and trained invigilators will be deployed. The centre administrator will appoint half of the invigilators, while the district magistrate or district school inspector will assign the other half. Invigilator duties will also be determined through computer randomisation to ensure impartiality. A dedicated social media monitoring cell has been established to track and respond swiftly to any rumours, leaks, or suspicious online activity.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
RO/ARO exam: UPPSC rolls out robust strategy
Lucknow: Ahead of the review officer/assistant review officer (RO/ARO) examination 2023 on July 27, the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has taken a slew of measures to ensure a fair, transparent and disruption-free exam that will see over 10.76 lakh candidates. To eliminate the risk of malpractice, paper leaks or any form of misconduct, a comprehensive strategy was framed involving advanced technology, strict confidentiality protocols, robust administrative oversight and stringent security arrangements. Monitoring will be carried out through a combination of artificial intelligence, CCTV surveillance and social media tracking. The examination will be conducted in a single shift at 2,382 centres across all 75 districts of the state, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. In each district, the district magistrate will serve as the nodal officer for supervision. To maintain strict confidentiality, question papers were prepared in two separate sets. A computer-based randomisation process will determine which set to use, just 45 minutes before the exam begins. Each question paper will be available in eight jumbled series, each marked with a unique and variable barcode. These papers will be securely stored in confidential trunk boxes with triple-locking mechanisms and five-layer tamper-proof packaging. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Global Indices Are on the Move — Time to Trade! IC Markets Learn More Undo This entire process will be monitored via live CCTV streaming at the centre, district, and commission levels. Candidate identification and centre allocation have been digitised to ensure transparency and eliminate potential bias. Examination centres have been assigned through a computer-generated randomisation process. E-admit cards are linked to an eight-step verification system under the One Time Registration (OTR) process, which includes critical personal information such as name, father's name, date of birth, category, high school year and roll number. Entry into exam centres will require biometric authentication and facial recognition. Dual-layer frisking will be conducted jointly by the police and the implementing agency, said a govt spokesperson. To ensure rigorous supervision at each exam centre, a team consisting of a sector magistrate, a static magistrate, a centre administrator, two deputy centre administrators, and trained invigilators will be deployed. The centre administrator will appoint half of the invigilators, while the district magistrate/district inspector of schools will assign the other half. Invigilator duties will also be determined through computer randomisation to ensure impartiality. Additionally, a dedicated social media monitoring cell has been established to track and respond swiftly to any rumours, leaks, or suspicious online activity. The use of electronic devices will be strictly prohibited within examination centres.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
UP govt to use AI, social media monitoring, implement strict security for RO/ARO exam
The Uttar Pradesh government has implemented a comprehensive strategy involving advanced technology, strict confidentiality protocols, and robust administrative oversight to ensure fair and transparent conduct of the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer (RO/ARO) exam on July 27. The examination will be conducted in a single shift from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm across all 75 districts of the state. The government has roped in the state public service commission to implement the strategy. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category Public Policy Artificial Intelligence Digital Marketing Degree Project Management Leadership Product Management Management CXO healthcare Finance Data Analytics MBA Design Thinking others Others Technology MCA Data Science Cybersecurity Healthcare Data Science Operations Management PGDM Skills you'll gain: Duration: 12 Months IIM Calcutta Executive Programme in Public Policy and Management Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Economics for Public Policy Making Quantitative Techniques Public & Project Finance Law, Health & Urban Development Policy Duration: 12 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate Programme in Public Policy Management Starts on Mar 3, 2024 Get Details According to a statement, exam monitoring will be carried out through a combination of artificial intelligence, CCTV surveillance, and social media tracking to eliminate the risk of malpractice, paper leaks, or any form of misconduct. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Knee Pain? Start Eating These Foods, and Feel Your Pain Go Away Undo While candidate identification and centre allocation have been fully digitised to ensure transparency and eliminate potential bias, each district magistrate will serve as the nodal officer, empowered to oversee the entire examination process and take immediate action when necessary. A total of 2,382 exam centres have been established to accommodate over 10.76 lakh candidates. Live Events The exam centres have been assigned through a computer-generated randomisation process, and e-admit cards are linked to an eight-step verification system under the One Time Registration (OTR) process. To maintain strict confidentiality, question papers have been prepared in two separate sets by different printers. Just 45 minutes before the exam, a computer-based randomisation process will determine which set is used. Each question paper will be available in eight jumbled series, each marked with a unique and variable barcode. These papers will be securely stored in confidential trunk boxes with triple-locking mechanisms and five-layer tamper-proof packaging. This entire process will be monitored through live CCTV streaming at the centre, district, and commission levels, the statement said. Entry into exam centres will require biometric authentication and facial recognition. Dual-layer frisking will be conducted jointly by the police and the implementing agency. To ensure rigorous supervision at each exam centre, a team consisting of a sector magistrate, a static magistrate, a centre administrator, two deputy centre administrators, and trained invigilators will be deployed. The centre administrator will appoint half of the invigilators, while the district magistrate or district school inspector will assign the other half. Invigilator duties will also be determined through computer randomisation to ensure impartiality. A dedicated social media monitoring cell has been established to track and respond swiftly to any rumours, leaks, or suspicious online activity.
