Paro has been caring for her mother, 86, who has dementia, for the last six years. She is frequently found in doctor’s waiting rooms and has their numbers on speed dial. She tells us what she has learnt from the experience.
• Above all else, patience
• Flexibility: Every day is different and brings different challenges that require different responses.
• When she hallucinates, I do not contradict her as that confuses and upsets her, leading to temper tantrums, even violence…
Family members, friends, and colleagues want to support persons with dementia, but are unsure how to proceed. Swapna Kishore, who was a dementia caregiver for well over a decade, offers guidance and insights.
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