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What to Know About Recent Government Policies to Support People with Dementia and their Caregivers
The Untied States government has always been a key player in the fight against dementia, but recently it has made an even greater national commitment to address this serious threat to national health. We outline just three recent dementia-related public policies that older adults with dementia and their caregivers should know.
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Managing a Loved One with Dementia’s Sensory Challenges
Dementia can change a loved one’s ability to experience these five senses, and that can have a huge impact on how they view the world. Their favorite food might not taste the same way. They may be startled by the sound of laughter they used to love. They may draw away from a once familiar touch. As a caregiver, it’s important to recognize these changes, and to help make your loved one’s world a more comfortable, less overwhelming place to be for each of their five senses.Â
Read MoreCordell, A. (2022, March 14). Mealtime Changes That Can Benefit a Loved One with Dementia. Guideposts. https://www.guideposts.org/caregiving/family-caregiving/aging-parents/mealtime-changes-that-can-benefit-a-loved-one-with-dementia
Franz, C. (2021, October 15). Tips to Ease Communication with Someone Who Has Dementia Guideposts. https://www.guideposts.org/caregiving/family-caregiving/advice-for-caregivers/tips-to-ease-communication-with-someone-who-has-dementia
Behavioral Interventions: When Caring for Someone with Dementia
Behavioral Interventions: When Caring for Someone with Dementia incorporates the most current research about dementia care, effective practical strategies, and useful resources in identifying causes of common behavioral symptoms and effective interventions.
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