How to Create a Dementia-Friendly Environment That Calms and Comforts
For someone living with dementia, the smallest change can feel like a major disruption. While many people may not even notice a piece of furniture
For someone living with dementia, the smallest change can feel like a major disruption. While many people may not even notice a piece of furniture
It’s evening. The day’s to-do list is done. You’ve cooked, cleaned, maybe even managed a few quiet minutes—then suddenly, everything changes. Your loved one with
Dementia doesn’t just affect memory—it transforms how people interact with the world around them, including those they love. If conversations with your loved one have
In our role of caring for people with dementia, we’re familiar with behaviors that you may find perplexing, such as attempts to eat non-food items
Supporting a loved one with dementia comes with moments of confusion and distress, especially when they become fixated on a particular thought or worry. Logical reasoning
When a family member starts showing signs of dementia, children may become curious and even worried. They might ask, “Why does Grandma forget what she
You ask a simple question: “What would you like for lunch today?” But instead of a response, you’re met with hesitation, bewilderment, and an extended
The manner by which an individual with dementia experiences the world is not always based in our current reality. Probably one of the most distressful
“Debbie, it is so good to see you!” What a sweet greeting this would be…if you were Debbie. More and more, Mom is confusing you
It’s an ordinary morning, and you’re helping Dad prepare for the day. You’ve selected several outfit options for him to choose from, but he balks