Dementia caregiving doesn’t come with perfect answers. You will say or do the wrong thing sometimes—and that’s expected. When self-doubt creeps in, remind yourself: I’m doing the best I can under the circumstances.
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Three phrases can escalate someone with dementia when they’re upset: “Calm down,” “That’s not true,” and “We already did that.”
Dementia, Caregiving and Personal History by Tami Anastasia. www.amazon.com/dp/B0FTTMCHHD
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Dementia often demands more care than one person can provide. Asking for help is love, wisdom, and strength. When you reach out for support, you’re caring for both yourself and your loved one.
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The people who care about you want to give support just as you give it to them. Let them in. You deserve compassion too.
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Caregivers often feel guilty for not visiting more often. But love isn’t measured by constant physical presence. Love is expressed through care, oversight, and compassion, whether you are in the room or not. Your loved one still feels it.
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