Holidays can be confusing for someone with dementia.
Advice - SIMPLIFY.
---A confused loved one can still thrive in quiet situations. Arrange for that.
---Celebrate with your loved one separately, honor your relationship on another day than you celebrate with everyone else. They may not even know the difference, but they will appreciate celebrating with you.
---A person with dementia may not recognize loved ones, which can make them feel inadequate and more confused. They still love their family, whoever they are 😌 Teach your family not to ask, "Who am I?"
---Try name tags.
---Maybe your loved one will enjoy being in a big, bubbly situation! Just be sensitive to their needs and know there are alternatives.
Holidays mean extra stress for the caregiver! Come to the meeting for YOUR support and to share with others who are traveling the caregiving journey, as well.
DATE: Saturday, December 6
TIME: 10:00AM
PLACE: Library of First United Methodist Church Coppell, 420 S. Heartz Road, Coppell, TX
******BREEZEWAY ENTRANCE ONLY: Use the parking lot on the EAST side of the main building and enter at the Breezeway (Stringfellow School entrance) which is between the playground and the Chapel entrance. (All other doors will be locked.)******
Upcoming meetings on first Saturday of every month, 10:00am:
Saturday, January 3, 2026 - TBD
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - TBD
