Month: March 2023

3.30.23

Don’t forget…..

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Don’t forget to share what’s going right a few times as often as you can. When they opt in on a suggestion or are active for a little longer than you anticipated. Maybe even eat a food that isn’t on their top 10 list of what they generally eat or whatever. Bring a smile to their face and share freely. There’s no better prescription for having a good day than bringing a bit of light back their way. We had such an experience yesterday. There was pure joy in his face and he really seemed to enjoy an activity we hadn’t done for a couple of months and was a little disappointed when it ended. We’ll be repeating the activity again soon.

memories

Create some fabulous memories today. 

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Make time to listen to the memories. Dementia and Alzheimer’s rob the memories and today may be the last time you hear the story. Drag out the photo albums or memory books. Take time to identify people in the photos. Record stories – record them singing or just talking. There will come a day when you’ll want to hear their voice again….

R. A. K.

Make it a RAK (Random Act of Kindness) sort of day — 

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Remember all of this is “new” to both of you. You’re headed into new territory and while some of the experiences you’ve had as a caregiver may be familiar, they aren’t to the person you’re providing care for and the path you’re taking now will not be exactly the same as the path you took previously. Be kind and patient with yourself and repeat the process as often as needed – especially with your elder at this time.