Do People With Alzheimer’s Know They Have It?

Sometimes people with Alzheimer’s don’t know they have it - it’s a condition called anosognosia

Do people with Alzheimer’s Know They Have It? Many family caregivers want to know – “Do people with Alzheimer’s know they have it?”  You might be surprised to learn that some people are not aware that they have Alzheimer’s. People with Alzheimer’s, dementia, brain tumor, stroke, and other types of damage in the brain are cognitively impaired and, because of that, might…

3 Traps to Avoid When Talking to Someone With Dementia

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Someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can’t carry on a conversation the same way they used to because of the changes in their brain. Without realizing, we might put them under pressure if we communicate in ways that don’t work well for them. To avoid causing frustration or anger, Caring.com shares 3 pitfalls to steer clear of when talking to someone with dementia.…

How to Communicate Better With Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s

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Interacting with a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia isn’t always easy. Sometimes, our usual conversational habits can unintentionally cause conflict. To help you have more positive and meaningful interactions, Caring.com shares expert techniques for how to start and continue successful conversations with someone with dementia.   Keep these simple techniques in mind when talking to someone with Alzheimer’s or other forms of…

How to Reduce Resistance to Care in Dementia: An Expert Demonstrates

Tips from Teepa Snow about how to reduce resistance to care.

It’s natural to get frustrated or feel resentful because your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia resists help or doesn’t appreciate your efforts.

12 Important Tips for Dementia Caregivers [Infographic]

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Get 12 practical dementia care tips Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is tough, especially when you’re starting from scratch or if what you’re doing now isn’t working. We found a helpful infographic from Alzheimer’s & Dementia Weekly that covers 12 important tips for caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These recommendations cover all aspects of caregiving, including improved communication,…

5 Tips for Communicating with Someone with Alzheimer’s

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Communicating with someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia isn’t always easy. Sometimes, our attempts may even cause anxiety or anger. When our usual methods don’t work, we need to find new ways to get our message across. In this article, Honor shares 5 top tips for clear Alzheimer’s communication.   When Alzheimer’s hits, clear communication becomes significantly more challenging. With a little understanding,…

How to Help Someone with Alzheimer’s: 5 Essential Tips from Expert Teepa Snow

Teepa Snow offers tips on how to help care for someone with Alzheimer's Disease.

When seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia start needing more help and a higher level of care, it can be a tough transition for caregivers. That’s because they’re likely to resist your well-intentioned attempts to help. Expert dementia educator Teepa Snow explains that caregivers need new skills to make dementia care easier and reduce conflicts. The best part about Teepa’s teaching is that…

The ONE Alzheimer’s Care Tip That Will Change Your Life

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Reminders and reason just won’t work When caring for an older adult with Alzheimer’s or dementia, it’s instinctive to try to bring them back into reality. When they say something that doesn’t make sense, you’ll want to remind them of the facts or ask them to remember previous conversations or events. What most caregivers don’t know is that this approach often makes…

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