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137. 5 Easy Strategies To Cope With Challenging Dementia Behaviors
Have you ever wondered how to handle challenging behaviors in your loved one with dementia?
Today’s episode offers practical strategies to help.
The term "challenging behaviors" often refers to normal human behaviors magnified by dementia. Instead of seeing these behaviors as problematic, understand them as expressions of unmet needs or frustrations due to limited communication abilities.
This perspective shift is crucial for compassionate caregiving.
Caregiving is challenging, and you don't have to do it alone.
Joining support groups, like the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook group, can provide community and additional resources.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410
Consider scheduling a free Dementia Flight Audit to receive personalized advice for your caregiving challenges.
By staying calm, redirecting gently, understanding root causes, communicating clearly, and managing your emotions, you can better handle challenging behaviors.
Remember, these strategies are about enhancing the caregiving experience for both you and your loved one.
Your efforts bring moments of joy and create lasting memories, despite the challenges.
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
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Caring for your loved one with dementia doesn't have to be stressful!
Join our next free workshop.
3 Tips How to Avoid Challenging Dementia Behaviors For Christians
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By Lizette Cloete, Christian Dementia Coach
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Have you ever wondered how to handle challenging behaviors in your loved one with dementia?
Today’s episode offers practical strategies to help.
The term "challenging behaviors" often refers to normal human behaviors magnified by dementia. Instead of seeing these behaviors as problematic, understand them as expressions of unmet needs or frustrations due to limited communication abilities.
This perspective shift is crucial for compassionate caregiving.
Caregiving is challenging, and you don't have to do it alone.
Joining support groups, like the Christian Dementia Caregiving Facebook group, can provide community and additional resources.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1301886810018410
Consider scheduling a free Dementia Flight Audit to receive personalized advice for your caregiving challenges.
By staying calm, redirecting gently, understanding root causes, communicating clearly, and managing your emotions, you can better handle challenging behaviors.
Remember, these strategies are about enhancing the caregiving experience for both you and your loved one.
Your efforts bring moments of joy and create lasting memories, despite the challenges.
Enjoy our podcast? Please take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify —it really supports our show!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-caregiving-for-families/id1716187550
Caring for your loved one with dementia doesn't have to be stressful!
Join our next free workshop.
3 Tips How to Avoid Challenging Dementia Behaviors For Christians
https://www.dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/wsl
Become a Founding Member of Our Exclusive Academy!
Only 54 Founding Family Slots Available for Extraordinary Caregivers.
https://www.dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/start
Are You A Christian Dementia Caregiver Struggling To Cope With Caregiving?
Get Free Guidance Now!
Join the Ask the de-MENTOR" Monthly Fellowship Meeting!
https://dementiacaregivingmadeeasy.com/ask
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