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…
PatientsEngage is happy to support 'Forget Us Not', a joint initiative by Lien Foundation and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. They have put together this guide in English and Mandarin to help persons with dementia live dignified lives. This is part of the plan to build Dementia-Friendly Communities in Singapore.
The 'Forget Us Not' initiative will foster a kampong spirit where we come together to help one another. The information and tools in this guide is only a first step. If you would like to do more in support of dementia-friendly community in Singapore, check out www.forgetusnot.sg
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Read here: 10 Tips on Communicating with a Person with Dementia
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