challenging dementia behaviors

sundowning symptoms

Alzheimer's & Dementia

7 Ways to Reduce Dementia Sundowning Symptoms

Sundowning symptoms are challenging to manage Many people with Alzheimer’s or dementia get increasingly confused, anxious, and agitated later in...

products for people with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Products & Services

10 Affordable Products for People with Dementia That Increase Comfort and Calm

Improve life for seniors with dementia with simple products Seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia may often get anxious, agitated, or...

5 techniques that help reduce the fear that causes shadowing in Alzheimer’s or dementia and help you cope with the behavior

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Alzheimer’s and Fear of Being Alone: 5 Ways for Caregivers to Cope

Alzheimer’s and fear of being alone Many caregivers find it challenging to cope when their older adult has Alzheimer’s and...

dementia delusions

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Responding to 4 Top Dementia Delusions: Abuse, You’re a Stranger, Someone’s After Me, Bugs Everywhere

False accusations can be tough to handle People with Alzheimer’s or dementia might accuse those closest to them of terrible...

how do you calm down someone with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

How Do You Calm Down Someone with Dementia? 4 Expert Tips

Use special techniques to calm difficult situations When someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is distressed or upset, the first thing...

Use these 7 tips to encourage someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia to shower or bathe

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Practical Tips

7 Tips to Get Someone with Dementia to Shower

Avoid battles over bathtime Bathing is a constant struggle for many caregivers of seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other cognitive...

alzheimer's keep hands busy

Activities for Older Adults / Alzheimer's & Dementia

6 Calming Ways to Help Seniors with Alzheimer’s Keep Hands Busy

Alzheimer’s can cause busy hands Seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia may show anxiety or agitation through fidgety hands. Signs include pulling...

Use these tips to convince someone with dementia to change clothes

Alzheimer's & Dementia

4 Ways to Get Someone with Dementia to Change Clothes

Many seniors with dementia refuse to change clothes A common challenge for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers is figuring out how...

How we approach someone with dementia sets the tone for the interaction

Alzheimer's & Dementia

6 Positive Ways to Approach Someone with Dementia

A positive approach sets you up for dementia care success Something as simple as how you approach (walk up to...

Seeing reflections in mirrors can be disturbing for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Mirrors Can Cause Challenging Dementia Behavior: 10 Solutions

Mirrors and reflections can terrify seniors with dementia Did you know that mirrors can be very disturbing for someone with...

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