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A caregiver who noticed some early dementia behaviors in her client helps her navigate the stairs in her home.

5 Early Dementia Behaviors That Are Easy to Explain Away

Families are often surprised by how many early dementia behaviors…
A woman pauses to gaze out the window to ease feelings of anger and frustration in dementia care.

Feeling Anger and Frustration in Dementia Care? Try This.

Caring for someone with dementia demands patience, empathy, and…
A woman who is trying to understand the way someone with dementia experiences the world places her hand on her mother’s shoulder.

The Way Someone With Dementia Experiences the World and How You Can Help

The way someone with dementia experiences the world isn’t…
A young woman talks with an older woman who looks confused, as she navigates the emotional challenges of dementia caregiving.

When They Forget Who You Are: The Emotional Challenges of Dementia Caregiving

“Sharon, it’s so great to see you!” What a sweet…
An older man experiencing dementia-related clothing problems chooses a shirt from his closet.

4 Tips for Solving Dementia-Related Clothing Problems

It is an ordinary morning, and you’re helping Dad prepare…
A son laughs with his father as he uses tips to manage repetitive questions in dementia.

How to Respond to Repetitive Questions in Dementia

If you’ve ever played music on vinyl records, you know…
An older woman pushes a grocery cart in the produce section of the store.

How to Manage Challenging Dementia Behaviors in Public

Dementia is unpredictable, to say the least. It can transform…