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Best tips on caring for a loved one suffering from dementia |
Article Submitted by: JackWalters Walters
Monday, 01 February 2010
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It can be very difficult when an elderly relative requires nursing care, especially if you are dealing with dementia. When visiting your elderly relatives in care homes, you should be prepared for moments when they may not recognise you, or believe that you are someone else - possibly another relative from their past. It's common for people in receipt of dementia care to believe that they are much younger, and that older, grown up children are still young. This can be difficult to witness, but it is a part of dealing with dementia. One tip for dealing with the elderly in dementia care is to give them as many photographs as possible. They should have photos on the wall in their room, photo albums and constant reminders of their family and the lives they have led. This will help them remember important faces and hold on to cherished memories. It's also important that someone visits them regularly so that they have contact with the outside world. This doesn't have to be the same person every time; the responsibility should be shared. It is better if more people visit as then the relative will stand a better chance of recognising faces and remembering names. Finally, you need to show patience. It's not use getting upset or frustrated if you are not recognised immediately. If you keep talking to your elderly relative, mentioning things that they should know, you will improve their chances of recognising you. Article Source: http://www.ArticleBlast.com |
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Written on Behalf of Barchester Healthcare
Written on Behalf of Barchester Healthcare
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