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“Instead of assuming they can’t do something, it’s more respectful to offer help and let them tell you if they need it — and allow them to still do the things they can for as long as possible.”It is best to avoid arguing or reasoning with someone with dementia, as it will likely anger and agitate them, experts agreed.
Along the same lines of “Don’t you remember?” experts recommend not asking questions or making statements that are likely to upset the person. “Instead, start by introducing yourself,” Eble suggested — “something like, ‘Hey, Grandma, it’s Dana, your granddaughter!’ It might feel strange at first, but it will put your loved one at ease by reminding them of your name and connection to them.”Instead of asking if they remember, start with “I remember when…” and then continue with your story. This phrase is “hurtful and dismissive,” Kramer warned.
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