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Supporting a loved one with dementia presents unique challenges, particularly when they become fixated on a troubling thought or insist on doing something unsafe. In these situations, reasoning with them often proves ineffective, sometimes even escalating their distress. But there is an approach that can help diffuse tension and restore
The way that a person with dementia experiences the world is not always based in our current reality. Probably one of the most heart-wrenching yet profound experiences you may encounter is a phenomenon called time-shifting. It isn’t just not remembering what day it is; it is a total immersion in
“Laura, it’s so good to see you!” What a sweet greeting this might be…if only you were Laura. Increasingly, Mom is calling you by her sister’s name, forgetting that you’re her daughter. When dementia begins to steal memories and someone you love no longer recognizes your face, it is often
It’s a normal morning, and you are helping Dad get ready for the day. You have picked out several outfit options for him to select from, but he balks and refuses to put on any of them. In fact, he has been wearing the same outfit for a few days
