Understanding person with dementia

Understanding and respecting the person with dementia It’s very important that people with dementia are treated with respect. If you can understand what the person is going through, it might be easier for you to realise why they behave in certain ways. It is important to remember that a person with dementia is still a unique and valuable human being, despite their illness. Carers' advice sheet Understanding and respecting the person with dementia
Coping with caringIt is easy to ignore your own needs when caring for someone with dementia and to forget that you matter, too. It is important to take steps to safeguard your own health and well-being, so that you can continue to cope and retain your confidence. Read more ...

Residential and nursing careIf you or a relative are finding it difficult to manage at home due to problems caused by dementia, you may want to consider long term residential or nursing care.Read more ...
Maintaining quality of lifeThere are many ways in which you can help to improve the person with dementia’s quality of life. For example, you can help them to cope with their memory problems, to make the best use of their skills and abilities, and to communicate with others in whatever way seems appropriate as their condition changes. Read more ...

Dementia and the lawThe Alzheimer's Society's receives around 1000 enquries calls a year about the law as it relates to dementia which include queries about the Mental Health Act, Guardianship, paying for care ...Read more ...
Everyday careAs dementia progresses, the person may need more assistance with everyday activities such as dressing, washing and bathing.Read more ...

HealthIf you are caring for a person with dementia, you will want to ensure that they remain as fit and healthy as possible. Read more ...

Unusual behaviourSome people with dementia sometimes behave in ways that other people find puzzling or difficult to handle.Read more ...
Eating and nutritionDementia can greatly affect a person's relationship to food and eating. The behavioural, emotional and physical changes that take place as dementia progresses can all have an impact upon a person's eating habits and on their intake of food and drink. Read more ....

RelationshipsIf you are caring for a person with dementia who is close to you, your relationship will change greatly as time passes. Other family members, especially children, may also be affected.Read more ...