Dementia Care: Effective Strategies for Frustrating Behaviors

Dementia Care: Effective Strategies for Frustrating Behaviors. Ever wondered how to navigate the frustrating dementia behaviors? The emotional facets of dementia care can be challenging to comprehend. We've all heard of patients clinging to the emotion of an experience, even when the details are lost in the fog of their memory. In this episode, we discuss the emotional labyrinth of dementia. We talk about how feelings of loss of control can trigger anger and frustration and why it's crucial for caregivers to understand and empathize with their perspective. As we navigate these emotional waters, we also touch on the impact COVID-19 has had on caregiving facilities and care partners. About Our Guest Join us and our guest, Krista Montague, the brain behind Dementia Success Path, as we unravel this tangled issue. Krista, with her riches of experience in dementia care, shines a light on the intricacies of caring for dementia patients - from handling physically active patients to dealing with violence in caregiving. We delve into the importance of balancing physical and emotional needs and how fostering one-on-one relationships with recreation therapists or activity directors can revolutionize patient care. We share some powerful stories of hope and resilience, too. Hear about Travis Macy and his father, who ran a 100-mile race while combating early-onset Alzheimer's. A testament to the power of compassion and understanding in caregiving, their story is both uplifting and inspiring. Whether you're a caregiver, a family member, or a friend, join us as we share insights and strategies to improve the lives of dementia patients. Armed with Krista's invaluable advice, we hope you will feel more equipped to handle the challenges and enjoy the rewards of caring for a loved one with dementia. Time Stamps (0:00:01) - Frustrating Dementia Behaviors and Strategies (0:08:14) - Violence in Caregiving (0:15:05) - Dementia's Emotional Impact (0:20:12) - Repetitive Movements and Staff Issues (0:33:43) - Effective Communication Strategies for Dementia Care (0:43:22) - Building a Caregiving Village (0:49:46) - Father, Son, Alzheimer's Marathon Runners ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related episodes: Managing Difficult Behaviors (W/Dr Natalie of CareBlazers) Navigating the Challenges: A Busy Caregiver's Guide to Advanced Alzheimer's Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. Stop 100% of Unwanted Calls with imp Did you know people with Alzheimer's can receive nearly 200 spam calls a week? You can put a stop to those now. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Relevate from NeuroReserve Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram Twitter LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at hello@fadingmemoriespodcast.com