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The holidays are fast approaching and while it is a wonderful time for family gatherings they can pose a stressful situation for caregivers of the elderly with special needs. Here are a few important points to remember through the holiday season to help alleviate some of the stress and help you make wonderful memories:
Maintain consistency – With all of the holiday hustle and bustle if we are stressed, most likely the ones we care for will be too. Try to keep normal daily patterns in place as much as possible.
Holiday Preparations – Include your loved one in holiday festivities by keeping them focused on the task at hand. This will let them feel helpful and allow you to make other preparations while they are busy.
Holiday Decorations – Make sure that all lighting cords are properly secured to ensure safety in their home.
Major Activities – Try to have activities during the morning hours. Stress and agitation occur quicker as someone becomes tired so it is important to schedule activities accordingly.
Always try to make your loved one feel secured and protected. Keeping their regular routine intact as much as possible assists decreasing confusion and makes holiday plans go smoothly. Lastly, keep some time allotted for you to have fun and rest.
Riverbend is currently assessing the possibility of beginning a support group for friends and family of folks who have memory problems. If you are interested in attending such a group, please contact Darci Underwood at 812-280-0965.
God bless all of you and have a wonderful New Year!
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- Come to our Memory Care Support Group Meeting!
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