Tips for People With Dementia
People with dementia experience changes in thinking, remembering, reasoning & behavior. Living with dementia presents unique challenges, but there are steps you can take to help now and in the future.
People with dementia experience changes in thinking, remembering, reasoning & behavior. Living with dementia presents unique challenges, but there are steps you can take to help now and in the future.
The federal government offers reliable resources on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and can connect you to important information about care and support.
For those caring for a parent with dementia or Alzheimer’s, the challenges are great. The key is to care for yourself, and focus on the joyful moments.
With some careful, determined planning, and a few modifications, in most cases, holiday gatherings can be manageable and even memorable for caregivers and patients alike.
If your loved one resides in a memory care community in Allentown and the Lehigh Valley, holidays are the perfect opportunity to bring in rich colors and natural texture. Displaying poinsettias is a top seasonal favorite in floral decor.
Spending holidays with loved ones with dementia will not be “like it used to be,” but it doesn’t have to be stressful. Remember, it’s not about the time but about the time together!