It’s very important to remember that the person who is experiencing dementia may or may not be able … [Read more...] about Being a Dementia Partner
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Supporting a Sense of Self in Dementia
Unless we balance our loved one’s need for autonomy and dignity with their need for safety, we … [Read more...] about Supporting a Sense of Self in Dementia
How Do We Help Someone Feel Secure in Our Care?
How do we help someone with dementia feel secure in our care? Having dementia means experiencing … [Read more...] about How Do We Help Someone Feel Secure in Our Care?
How to Make Dementia Care Less Frustrating
When I tell people that I provide dementia care, the most common response is an exclamation of … [Read more...] about How to Make Dementia Care Less Frustrating
Tips for Preserving Both Selfhood and Safety
Dementia causes memory and rational thought losses. Losing rational thought means losing skills such … [Read more...] about Tips for Preserving Both Selfhood and Safety
How to Enable Choice, Not Restrict it.
People experiencing dementia are losing the ability to use recall, which, when combined with … [Read more...] about How to Enable Choice, Not Restrict it.