What should you not say to a dementia patient?

I’m going to discuss five of the most basic ones here: 1) Don’t tell them they are wrong about something, 2) Don’t argue with them, 3) Don’t ask if they remember something, 4) Don’t remind them that their spouse, parent or other loved one is dead, and 5) Don’t bring up topics that may upset them.

In what stage of dementia is wandering most likely to occur?

During the middle stages, people may experience depression, anxiety, irritability and repetitive behaviors. As the disease progresses, other changes may occur, including sleep changes, physical and verbal outbursts, and wandering.

Can Moving make dementia worse?

To answer your question directly, yes, moving someone at this stage of the game can most definitely cause another decline. But, on the other hand, leaving someone who has already declined to the point they are no longer safe or comfortable in their environment can also cause an equally swift decline.

How does moving affect a dementia patient?

“Transfer trauma” is a common term used to describe the cascade of consequences unleashed when a dementia patient is moved during the early stages of dementia. The complications include loneliness, depression (which requires drugs or therapy to combat), anxiety, guilt due to moving, and agitation.

What to do when a loved one with dementia wants to move?

Try not to argue with the person about why he or she needs to move. Your attitude can help the person with dementia feel safe and secure in the new environment. If the person is moving into a care facility, once the person is settled trust the staff to help with the next big step — your departure.

What does it mean when someone with dementia asks to go home?

For a person with dementia, the term ‘home’ may describe something more than the place they currently live. Often when a person with dementia asks to go home it refers to the sense of home rather than home itself. ‘Home’ may represent memories of a time or place that was comfortable and secure and where they felt relaxed and happier.

How do you talk to a dementia patient about death?

Tell a white lie. While a lie in any form isn’t ideal in your communications with a dementia patient, it may be the least upsetting option when difficult topics arise. For example, if the senior asks about a loved one that’s passed away, you may say that the person is happy, safe, or doing well.

What do you do when a loved one moves house?

If the person is living in your home, tell him or her that you’re glad about the move because it means spending more time together. If the person is living in a care facility, visit often and encourage friends and family to do the same. Extra care and attention can help make the new place a home. Residential care.