by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
As Alzheimer’s disease and dementia progresses, communication can become impaired, leading to confusion, frustration and stress. Fortunately, there are ways for dementia caregivers to communicate effectively with loved ones impacted by the disease. Communicating...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
Hearing seniors say “I want to go home” over and over again is something Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers often deal with. It’s especially frustrating to hear when they’re already home. “I want to go home.” Nearly every dementia caregiver has heard this...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
Most people with dementia undergo behavioral changes during the course of the disease. They may become anxious or repeat the same question or activity over and over. As the disease progresses, your loved one’s behavior may seem inappropriate, childlike or...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
When a person has dementia, whole experiences are constantly being lost, which makes it difficult for the brain to get its bearings. The unconscious mind fills in the gaps, swapping in an old memory or coming up with a plausible alternative. When a person develops any...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
Our parents always asked that we listen to them, but what happens when they refuse to listen to us? Some adult children are finding that their parents don’t always know best when it comes to their diet, driving, housing, medication and more. Dad or Mom Won’t Take Your...
