When your loved one resists care, they may not understand what you are asking, may feel rushed or frightened, or may no longer be able to follow the steps involved.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior #CompassionateCare
September 29, 2026 at 6:48 PM
When your loved one resists care, they may not understand what you are asking, may feel rushed or frightened, or may no longer be able to follow the steps involved.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior #CompassionateCare
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As dementia progresses, memories may start to feel fragmented or incomplete.
This happens because the brain is being damaged in the areas responsible for storing and retrieving information.
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This happens because the brain is being damaged in the areas responsible for storing and retrieving information.
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June 16, 2026 at 4:48 PM
As dementia progresses, memories may start to feel fragmented or incomplete.
This happens because the brain is being damaged in the areas responsible for storing and retrieving information.
#DementiaCaregiving #DementiaEducation #CaregiverSupport #AlzheimersCare #DementiaSupport
This happens because the brain is being damaged in the areas responsible for storing and retrieving information.
#DementiaCaregiving #DementiaEducation #CaregiverSupport #AlzheimersCare #DementiaSupport
Patty Brennan shares a moment from caring for her mother with dementia when food began staying in her mouth, something many families later learn is called pocketing.
Full episode out Thursday. https://www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia or on your favorite podcast platform. #DementiaCaregiving
Full episode out Thursday. https://www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia or on your favorite podcast platform. #DementiaCaregiving
April 6, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Patty Brennan shares a moment from caring for her mother with dementia when food began staying in her mouth, something many families later learn is called pocketing.
Full episode out Thursday. https://www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia or on your favorite podcast platform. #DementiaCaregiving
Full episode out Thursday. https://www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia or on your favorite podcast platform. #DementiaCaregiving
Your loved one does not have to play Scrabble, dominoes, cards, or another familiar game as well as they once did for it to remain meaningful. As long as they are enjoying themselves and are not becoming frustrated or embarrassed, keep playing.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport
July 31, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Your loved one does not have to play Scrabble, dominoes, cards, or another familiar game as well as they once did for it to remain meaningful. As long as they are enjoying themselves and are not becoming frustrated or embarrassed, keep playing.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport
Free webinar “You’re Not Doing it Wrong: A Dementia Caregiver’s Emotional Survival Guide,” on 2/3 at 3:00 p.m. PST. Explore the complexity of caregiving, normalize hard feelings, and get tools to regulate, reflect, and connect with yourself. Register here: https://bit.ly/3Y8VVg #DementiaCaregiving
December 7, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Free webinar “You’re Not Doing it Wrong: A Dementia Caregiver’s Emotional Survival Guide,” on 2/3 at 3:00 p.m. PST. Explore the complexity of caregiving, normalize hard feelings, and get tools to regulate, reflect, and connect with yourself. Register here: https://bit.ly/3Y8VVg #DementiaCaregiving
When the mind is overstimulated, the environment must become the medicine. We swapped out bright lights for soft amber glows and busy patterns for solid, calming tones.
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#EnvironmentalDesign #DementiaCaregiving #SensoryFriendly #NeuroAesthetics #CaregiverTips
June 1, 2026 at 7:01 PM
When the mind is overstimulated, the environment must become the medicine. We swapped out bright lights for soft amber glows and busy patterns for solid, calming tones.
#EnvironmentalDesign #DementiaCaregiving #SensoryFriendly #NeuroAesthetics #CaregiverTips
#EnvironmentalDesign #DementiaCaregiving #SensoryFriendly #NeuroAesthetics #CaregiverTips
In dementia care, when something isn’t going well, the natural impulse is often to try harder.
Less is usually better. Slow down, use fewer words, simplify the task, or step away and try again later.
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Less is usually better. Slow down, use fewer words, simplify the task, or step away and try again later.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #Alzheimers
May 5, 2026 at 4:36 PM
In dementia care, when something isn’t going well, the natural impulse is often to try harder.
Less is usually better. Slow down, use fewer words, simplify the task, or step away and try again later.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #Alzheimers
Less is usually better. Slow down, use fewer words, simplify the task, or step away and try again later.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #Alzheimers
When you feel like you’re getting dementia care wrong, pause.
You are caring with love. You are doing the best you can. You are learning as you go. And your decisions are made with good intentions.
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You are caring with love. You are doing the best you can. You are learning as you go. And your decisions are made with good intentions.
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March 7, 2026 at 3:50 PM
When you feel like you’re getting dementia care wrong, pause.
You are caring with love. You are doing the best you can. You are learning as you go. And your decisions are made with good intentions.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #CaregiverGuilt #AlzheimersCare #FamilyCaregivers
You are caring with love. You are doing the best you can. You are learning as you go. And your decisions are made with good intentions.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #CaregiverGuilt #AlzheimersCare #FamilyCaregivers
Free webinar “You’re Not Doing it Wrong: A Dementia Caregiver’s Emotional Survival Guide,” on 2/3 at 3:00 p.m. PST. Explore the complexity of caregiving, normalize hard feelings, and get tools to regulate, reflect, and connect with yourself. Register here: https://bit.ly/3Y8VVg #DementiaCaregiving
January 7, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Free webinar “You’re Not Doing it Wrong: A Dementia Caregiver’s Emotional Survival Guide,” on 2/3 at 3:00 p.m. PST. Explore the complexity of caregiving, normalize hard feelings, and get tools to regulate, reflect, and connect with yourself. Register here: https://bit.ly/3Y8VVg #DementiaCaregiving
When your loved one accuses you of stealing something, acknowledge how upsetting it is to lose something important, help them look for it, and learn the places where missing items often turn up.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior #DementiaCommunication
September 22, 2026 at 12:41 PM
When your loved one accuses you of stealing something, acknowledge how upsetting it is to lose something important, help them look for it, and learn the places where missing items often turn up.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior #DementiaCommunication
You can love someone living with dementia and still feel angry about what caregiving asks of you. Making room for the full range of your emotions can help you care for your loved one while also caring for yourself. Read more: https://bit.ly/4xWvTgL #DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverAnger
September 15, 2026 at 4:54 PM
You can love someone living with dementia and still feel angry about what caregiving asks of you. Making room for the full range of your emotions can help you care for your loved one while also caring for yourself. Read more: https://bit.ly/4xWvTgL #DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverAnger
If an activity has become harder for your loved one, they may not need to give it up completely. Try shortening it, simplifying the steps, doing it alongside them, and letting go of whether it is done “right.”
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #MeaningfulActivities #DementiaSupport
September 15, 2026 at 11:18 AM
If an activity has become harder for your loved one, they may not need to give it up completely. Try shortening it, simplifying the steps, doing it alongside them, and letting go of whether it is done “right.”
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #MeaningfulActivities #DementiaSupport
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #MeaningfulActivities #DementiaSupport
When your loved one tells a story you know is not true, remember that they may genuinely believe it. Arguing will not change their belief and may only create more tension.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication #CompassionateCare
September 12, 2026 at 7:01 AM
When your loved one tells a story you know is not true, remember that they may genuinely believe it. Arguing will not change their belief and may only create more tension.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication #CompassionateCare
When you are caring for someone living with dementia, remember CARE: try not to Criticize, Argue, Reason, or over-Explain. These habits are hard to let go of because they are natural ways we communicate with other adults.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication
September 8, 2026 at 7:07 AM
When you are caring for someone living with dementia, remember CARE: try not to Criticize, Argue, Reason, or over-Explain. These habits are hard to let go of because they are natural ways we communicate with other adults.
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication
August 29, 2026 at 9:00 PM
If your loved one’s behavior changes suddenly, look for what may be driving it. Pain, constipation or dehydration, medication changes or side effects, an overwhelming environment, and infection or illness can all contribute.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior #DementiaHealth
August 25, 2026 at 3:47 PM
If your loved one’s behavior changes suddenly, look for what may be driving it. Pain, constipation or dehydration, medication changes or side effects, an overwhelming environment, and infection or illness can all contribute.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior #DementiaHealth
When your loved one asks, “Do I know that person?” let their emotional response guide your answer. If the truth causes embarrassment or distress, offer reassurance instead: “That’s someone who cares about you.”
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication
August 15, 2026 at 11:39 AM
When your loved one asks, “Do I know that person?” let their emotional response guide your answer. If the truth causes embarrassment or distress, offer reassurance instead: “That’s someone who cares about you.”
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication
#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaCommunication
When your loved one’s mood changes without warning, it can feel personal. But dementia can make it harder to process information, manage stress, and regulate emotions, especially when they are tired, confused, or overstimulated.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior
August 11, 2026 at 11:48 AM
When your loved one’s mood changes without warning, it can feel personal. But dementia can make it harder to process information, manage stress, and regulate emotions, especially when they are tired, confused, or overstimulated.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #DementiaBehavior
When your loved one struggles to plan, keep appointments, solve problems, or make decisions, it may look like disorganization or resistance. But these abilities depend on executive functioning, which dementia can damage.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #ExecutiveFunction #DementiaSupport
August 8, 2026 at 12:24 PM
When your loved one struggles to plan, keep appointments, solve problems, or make decisions, it may look like disorganization or resistance. But these abilities depend on executive functioning, which dementia can damage.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #ExecutiveFunction #DementiaSupport
People living with dementia may be more vulnerable to infection, but they may not recognize or communicate that something feels wrong. Changes in hygiene, swallowing, mobility, medications, and exposure to hospitals or care settings can also increase the risk.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport
August 4, 2026 at 11:49 AM
People living with dementia may be more vulnerable to infection, but they may not recognize or communicate that something feels wrong. Changes in hygiene, swallowing, mobility, medications, and exposure to hospitals or care settings can also increase the risk.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport
We've added a new course to our catalogue! Check out our new Dementia: Behavior as Communication course, licensed for ARF and RCFE facilities and accepted by the Board of Registered Nurses.
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April 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We've added a new course to our catalogue! Check out our new Dementia: Behavior as Communication course, licensed for ARF and RCFE facilities and accepted by the Board of Registered Nurses.
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Compassion fatigue can happen when stress becomes chronic and there hasn’t been enough rest, support, or recovery. Recognizing it is not failure — it’s the first step toward getting help and healing.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #CompassionFatigue #CaregiverBurnout #AlzheimersCare
June 6, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Compassion fatigue can happen when stress becomes chronic and there hasn’t been enough rest, support, or recovery. Recognizing it is not failure — it’s the first step toward getting help and healing.
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#DementiaCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #CompassionFatigue #CaregiverBurnout #AlzheimersCare
The NYT reports (https://bit.ly/3PURwx6 ) on a difficult question many families never expect to face: what happens when a person with advanced dementia can no longer clearly express whether they want to eat or drink? #DementiaCaregiving https://tamianastasia.com
June 4, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The NYT reports (https://bit.ly/3PURwx6 ) on a difficult question many families never expect to face: what happens when a person with advanced dementia can no longer clearly express whether they want to eat or drink? #DementiaCaregiving https://tamianastasia.com