(Tip # 5)
Dehydration is an issue among those dealing with dementia because they often forget to take a drink. I find it helps to keep water close by in an easy to drink form container. If a resident in my care is not taking sips, I will "offer" a reminder and my help. For those who resist, I may include high water content fruits and vegetable at mealtime, or even Jello, or a popsicle.
Have A Plan To Hydrate
Contributed By: Personal Care Manager Gracie
Dehydration is an issue among those dealing with dementia because they often forget to take a drink. I find it helps to keep water close by in an easy to drink form container. If a resident in my care is not taking sips, I will "offer" a reminder and my help. For those who resist, I may include high water content fruits and vegetable at mealtime, or even Jello, or a popsicle.
Sharing Our Experience
Our caregivers help their residents successfully deal with physical, mental, social and emotional challenges on a regular basis. At the same time, they also strive to help each senior to maintain their personal dignity. Here they share some of their experiences with the hope of aiding family members who are caring for an elderly loved one.
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- Exercise The Mind
- Read The Newspaper, It's Exercise
- Put Socks To Work
- Use Technology To See Family
- Dominoes Deliver Personal Benefits
- Doing Chores Is Good Therapy
- Jenga With A Purpose
- Dolls Therapy Can Be Calming
- Look For Personal Comfort Zones
- Games Can Be Mind Exercises
- Have A Plan To Hydrate
(Now appearing at left.) - Make Communication Easier
- Help Person Prepare For Help
- Listen & Validate What Is True
- Create A Focus That Calms
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Note: These tips are for information purposes. When faced with health and safety issues, we strongly recommend that you seek the care and guidance of a licensed health professional.
