In the late stages of Alzheimer’s you might notice signs such as increased restlessness, shouting, pacing, aggression or rapid mood swings, or less obvious clues such as tugging at sheets or clothes. Any one of these signs can be of concern, and here are some calming activities you can implement to help minimize your loved one’s distress.

Agitation is a common symptom of dementia: In the early stages, you might notice signs such as increased irritability, unexplained anxiety, restlessness, and rapid mood swings. Here’s guide to activities that can help reduce distress and restore a sense of comfort for your loved one.

Agitation can be distressing for your loved one and for you. Symptoms include restlessness, irritability, and even verbal outbursts. Engaging in appropriate activities can help reduce distress and restore a sense of comfort for your loved one. Here’s how to cope.

Given that the early stages of dementia are marked by forgetfulness and confusion, it’s no wonder a loved one may not seem to understand the illness they have. And some outright deny it.  Here’s how to best support your loved one and information to help you understand this challenging situation. 

Muchos cuidadores familiares identifican asumir el papel de tomadores de decisiones médicas para un ser querido como uno de sus mayores desafíos. A continuación se presentan algunos pasos que un cuidador familiar puede seguir para apoyar con confianza los deseos de su ser querido en cuanto a las decisiones médicas al final de su vida.

Many family caregivers identify taking on the role of medical decision maker for a loved one as one of their greatest challenges. Here are some steps that a family caregiver can take to confidently support their loved one’s wishes for end-of-life medical decisions.