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Online Newsletter November 2008   This Month: Jane's News - Denmark, Bournemouth, UK and much more The Magic of Memory aids - An informative new article to facilitate communication Meet a DCA Team Member - This month meet our General Manager, Jo McDonald The Spark of Life Club Program - A researched and proven activity program Christmas sale - DCA says Merry Christmas with a special sale Welcome back Welcome back to our monthly online Spark of Life newsletter. This month as you will notice our newsletter looks a bit different. We thought that sometimes change is as a good as a holiday and we hope the new look will leave you feeling a bit refreshed ahead of the busy festive season that is just around the corner. This month's newsletter is full of news, articles and some fun and colourful Christmas gift ideas for you all. Remember, we always love to hear from our community so if you have a story, photo, idea or anything you want to share, simply email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it and we will be happy to share it with our readers. Jane's News Jane recently spoke at the 3rd Dementia Congress in the UK before moving onto Denmark to present for the first time about the Spark of Life. Visit our website to read all about Jane's presentations. The Magic of Memory Aids  To
remember someone's name and be able to address a person by their name is vitally important in many cultures. Once you know a person's name, it is easy
for you to go up to that person and spontaneously initiate a conversation. Visit our website and log in with your membership details to discover a simple but highly effective way to enable the person with dementia to interact easier. Meet a DCA Team Member This month we introduce Jo McDonald, DCA's General Manager. Jo co-ordinates the entire  operation and has witnessed first hand how the Spark of Life has blossomed and spread
throughout the world of dementia care over the last few years.Visit our online forums to read all about Jo and meet the entire DCA team. We would love for you to introduce yourself to, so please go in and tell us all about yourself. The Spark of Life Club Program  This festive season, you can transform your facility by reducing difficult behaviour, enhancing staff satisfaction, and creating a thriving culture with the Spark of Life Club Program. Want to know more about this internationally recognised program? Simply visit our website. Christmas is just around the corner...and we have specials especially for you. To celebrate christmas, DCA is offering you special prices on our Christmas products. With savings up to 50% there is sure to be something for everyone.  A special Christmas pack; Just for Her This special pack for the lady with dementia includes a hand-made rainbow coloured Swarovski crystal bead bracelet and a cheeky singing 'Sunshine Sally' that will bring colour and fun to the special woman in your life.  A special Christmas pack, Just for Him This special packfor the man with dementia contains four carefully designed wooden spinning tops that are guaranteed to bring hours of simple spinning fun and 'Sunshine Sally's' chirpy rendition of 'You are my Sunshine' brightens everyone's day. Both his and hers packs come with a gift for you, the carer. The 'Build a Supportive Parnership' CD will transform the way you care.  Jewellery Set Special People with dementia enjoy anything colourful or that sparkles, making this beautiful bracelet and earring set a real hit. Made with rainbow coloured Swarovski crystal beads,they are available in gold or silver fittings. Facility Christmas pack  Make this Christmas a Spark of Life experience for your residents with our special facility pack. Containing:
We always welcome contributions and feedback from our readers. If you have an idea for an article, or would even like to tell your own story, please feel free to contact us via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Until next month, Hellen Fisher and the entire DCA Team. Know someone who might enjoy our newsletter? simply forward this email on and share the Spark of Life.  
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