10 Things To Avoid Saying If You're Are Caregiver for Someone Living with Dementia

Providing care for someone who lives with any type of dementia — whether it’s Alzheimer’s, vascular, Lewy body or any of the myriad incarnations — can be intimidating. We watch helplessly as someone we love changes dramatically in how they view the world, and in the words and actions that they can understand. These changes can lead to situations where we unintentionally say and do things that make life harder for everyone involved. Read more about what not to say if you are a caregiver for someone who lives with dementia: Carol Bradley Bursack is the Candid Caregiver MedicareFAQ – Medicare Resource Center Support a caregiver or jump-start discussion in support groups with real stories - for bulk orders of Minding Our Elders e-mail Carol                  Related StoriesDoes Your Parent With Dementia Need Help But Not Realize It?Could Your Body Language Be Making Your Care Partner Anxious?How To Help an Older Adult Leave Behind Their Pet 
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