I’m one of a few caregivers working with a couple. Just recently for me problems in undressing in the evening 7:30 pm. I watch a lot of dementia videos. Teppa Snow is great. My latest is telling my lady her daughter is so proud of her how she loves her putting on her pajamas at night. Works for taking pills too. Also I use lavender lotion and frankincense soap. She loves her nails done and ice cream. I mention this every evening.Teepa has a great video on dressing etc. I haven’t seen a video on undressing. Imagine it’s the same as getting dressed. I’m trying it tonight. Lots of hugs and encouragement on my end.
Thank you. How do you manage someone who can still walk around, but totally refuses to get up at go to the bathroom, holds the urine all day and fights to resist all care
I have an odd question. I was diagnosed with dementia a few weeks ago. I am now 67 but believe I've had it for about 8 years and retired at 60 because I couldn't handle my workload anymore. I have always been pretty self-sufficient and want to remain that way. I retired to a remote ranch where I am the caretaker, and live alone. My question is are there any guidebooks so people with dementia can turn to them for a daily guide on taking care of themselves. If not, I've thought about just writing down my routine so I can follow it from the time I get up to when I go to bed. My functionality varies a great deal from day to day and even within a day so I'm not sure if that will work. I do not want to go into assisted care as I am not a people person and work best by myself. Is what I want even possible?
Hi and great question! There are not a lot of resources for individuals diagnosed with dementia specifically. Most tend to focus on the caregiver and his/her role. That being said I like “Living in the Moment” by Elizabeth Landsverk for general dementia diagnosis first steps. I also think “The 36-hour Day” by Nancy Mace has invaluable information about setting up financial and legal matters. I encourage you to develop a personal support network of family, friends, paid caregivers, etc. that can help you manage the process. At some point all individuals with dementia (regardless of the cause) will require assistance with daily activities. Having a support network in place early will help to make the transition from full independence to supported living easier. All my best to you as you navigate this journey.
You might find this resource helpful as well. It is written for individuals who live alone and have Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. www.nia.nih.gov/health/tips-living-alone-early-stage-dementia
Gosh, you totally ignored the biggest clue in what he said-he is not a people person, he likes to be alone. How is just gonna suddenly be able to “have a support system in place” out in the boonies, on a ranch? You’d be better framing it as- “Have you considered hiring a hand on the ranch?” But an old independent cowboy isn’t gonna even understand or like hearin “support system” so he may not even be able to relate to what you said.
A person with severe dementia can be equated to a small child. Small children can’t be left alone to take care of themselves. People with mid to late stages of dementia forget to manage medications, finances, forget to nourish themselves and toilet themselves.
I’m one of a few caregivers working with a couple. Just recently for me problems in undressing in the evening 7:30 pm. I watch a lot of dementia videos. Teppa Snow is great. My latest is telling my lady her daughter is so proud of her how she loves her putting on her pajamas at night. Works for taking pills too. Also I use lavender lotion and frankincense soap. She loves her nails done and ice cream. I mention this every evening.Teepa has a great video on dressing etc. I haven’t seen a video on undressing. Imagine it’s the same as getting dressed. I’m trying it tonight. Lots of hugs and encouragement on my end.
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Thank you. How do you manage someone who can still walk around, but totally refuses to get up at go to the bathroom, holds the urine all day and fights to resist all care
What do you do when he wont let you change wet or soiled depends? Problems with sores and UTI's.
Great question. I will post a video on this topic and update you here when I do. Thanks for watching.
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I have an odd question. I was diagnosed with dementia a few weeks ago. I am now 67 but believe I've had it for about 8 years and retired at 60 because I couldn't handle my workload anymore. I have always been pretty self-sufficient and want to remain that way. I retired to a remote ranch where I am the caretaker, and live alone. My question is are there any guidebooks so people with dementia can turn to them for a daily guide on taking care of themselves. If not, I've thought about just writing down my routine so I can follow it from the time I get up to when I go to bed. My functionality varies a great deal from day to day and even within a day so I'm not sure if that will work. I do not want to go into assisted care as I am not a people person and work best by myself. Is what I want even possible?
Hi and great question! There are not a lot of resources for individuals diagnosed with dementia specifically. Most tend to focus on the caregiver and his/her role. That being said I like “Living in the Moment” by Elizabeth Landsverk for general dementia diagnosis first steps. I also think “The 36-hour Day” by Nancy Mace has invaluable information about setting up financial and legal matters. I encourage you to develop a personal support network of family, friends, paid caregivers, etc. that can help you manage the process. At some point all individuals with dementia (regardless of the cause) will require assistance with daily activities. Having a support network in place early will help to make the transition from full independence to supported living easier. All my best to you as you navigate this journey.
You might find this resource helpful as well. It is written for individuals who live alone and have Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. www.nia.nih.gov/health/tips-living-alone-early-stage-dementia
Gosh, you totally ignored the biggest clue in what he said-he is not a people person, he likes to be alone. How is just gonna suddenly be able to “have a support system in place” out in the boonies, on a ranch? You’d be better framing it as- “Have you considered hiring a hand on the ranch?” But an old independent cowboy isn’t gonna even understand or like hearin “support system” so he may not even be able to relate to what you said.
Leave them alone. No one has the right to interfere in someone else's life or choices. Everyone has the right to free will or autonomy over their body
A person with severe dementia can be equated to a small child. Small children can’t be left alone to take care of themselves. People with mid to late stages of dementia forget to manage medications, finances, forget to nourish themselves and toilet themselves.