Caregiver Tips: Living with dementia during COVID-19
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Caregiver Tips
Encouraging Communication in a Person with Alzheimer’s
Communication can be hard for people with Alzheimer’s disease because they have trouble remembering things. They may struggle to find words or forget what they want to say. You can help make things easier by staying calm and patient. Steps you can take to encourage communication include: Show a warm, loving, matter-of-fact manner. Hold the person’s hand
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7 Tips to Prevent Wandering in a Person with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Many people with Alzheimer’s disease wander away from home or their caregiver. There are ways you can help prevent wandering and keep the person with Alzheimer’s safe. Check out these 7 tips: Do not leave a person with Alzheimer’s who has a history of wandering unattended. Place STOP, DO NOT ENTER, or CLOSED signs on
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Spotting Elder Abuse When You Live Far Away
If you live far away from your loved one, you may find it hard to evaluate the quality of their care. Here are some ways you can help keep an eye on things no matter where you are: If there is a primary caregiver on the scene or nearby, they can keep tabs on how
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Helping a Parent Who is a Caregiver
A primary caregiver—especially a spouse—may be hesitant to ask for help or a break. Be sure to acknowledge how important the caregiver has been for the care recipient. Also, discuss the physical and emotional effects caregiving can have on people. Although caregiving can be satisfying, it also can be very hard work. Here are some
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Caregivers 101: Things You Should Know
Caregiving can be fulfilling but caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease has its own unique set of challenges. Visit the NIA website to learn about: Changes in behavior and communication Everyday care Relationships and Alzheimer’s Safety and Alzheimer’s Caregiver health Legal and financial issues You can also check out the new article Frequently Asked
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Get Answers to Your Caregiving FAQs!
Are you caring for an older family member or friend? It can be overwhelming to get started. Check out this new article to get answers to common questions including: How do I help organize important paperwork and get affairs in order? How can I help my older parents from afar? How do I choose a
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Preparing Holiday Guests to Visit a Person with Alzheimer’s
Holidays can be meaningful, enriching times for both the person with Alzheimer’s disease and his or her family. Help make holiday visits go more smoothly by preparing guests for what to expect during interactions with the person with Alzheimer’s. Explain to guests that the person with Alzheimer’s disease does not always remember what is expected
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5 Holiday Tips for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Although the holidays can be especially stressful for families living with Alzheimer’s, you might be surprised to learn that maintaining or adapting family rituals and traditions can help all family members feel connected. Follow these tips to help you have an enjoyable holiday season: Celebrate holidays that are important to you. Be sure to find
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5 Holiday Tips for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Although the holidays can be especially stressful for families living with Alzheimer’s, you might be surprised to learn that maintaining or adapting family rituals and traditions can help all family members feel connected. Follow these tips to help you have an enjoyable holiday season: Celebrate holidays that are important to you. Be sure to find
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