When a Loved One With Dementia Thinks You're Stealing

Accused of stealing from a loved one? The first time it happens many caregivers find themselves choking back tears. They try a logical approach although they’ve long realized that logic is not effective when communicating with a person living with dementia. But to be accused of stealing your dad’s hearing aid? Your mom’s sweater? This is the parent for whom you gave up so much in order to provide care. Now they think you are stealing from them. How do you handle this all-too-common problem? View slideshow on HealthCentral about how to handle being falsely accused of stealing your loved one's belongings:  Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol   Terrific Christmas gift! Related articles How Dancing Changed the Trajectory of One Woman's Alzheimer's Disease (Minding Our Elders®) Family Conversations: Where Do Your Parents Want to Live Their Last Years? (Minding Our Elders®) When One Parent Dies the Other Often Needs a Caregiver (Minding Our Elders®)                Related Stories85-Year-Old Author Illustrates How Relishing Accumulated Decades Enhances BeautyChristmas Is Nearly Here: Your Best Is Good EnoughCaregiving: Handling Sibling Criticism During the Holidays 
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