Dementia-centric communication is the ability to interact with people who have dementia in a respectful and meaningful way. I hear, over and over again, “I don’t know what to say to a person with dementia.” “What if I do something wrong?” Fear not, I am here to help by providing some key points to guide you. The over-riding thing to keep in mind is that our communication patterns respect the dignity and personhood of the person with dementia. In other words, let me set you straight:  the person with dementia is forgetful, NOT stupid. As long as you keep that in the forefront of your mind, you should be OK. 

In this podcast, I give dementia caregivers 5 ways to improve their communication and interactions with persons who have dementia. 1. Chill  your vibes; 2.Smile and introduce; 3. Short, sweet concrete; 4. Argument-free zone; and 5. Interactions that maximize abilities. 

Have a dementia question? Want to hear it answered on a future podcast? Email me: [email protected].

Looking for a community? I have my own Facebook page for dementia caregivers: https://www.facebook.com/DementiaCentric

Are you struggling with dementia behaviors? I can help!! I also provide webinars and on-site training to groups! Check out my offerings: https://dementiacentricsolutions.com

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