Sometimes, a day arrives when it is okay to let go of self-expectations and behaviors that we had chosen with our fully-reasoning brain; returning to traditions from younger, less complicated time of life without guilt.
Toileting issues of Color, Lighting, Recognition, and Hand-Coordination.
When finding a gift for a person living with dementia, often one of the thoughts is a “helpful” gift. Of course choosing a “helpful” gift is very dependent on several factors. …
… Loads of things can go wrong after a cognitive event, so requires close supervision during first few days …
AFTER addressing the issues, then Let it go !
it obliterates my sense of SELF which is integral to my well-being.
Repetition and pattern is crucial in my life, because it promotes stability and orientation.
… each bite is a fresh, brand-new disappointment …
… “Can it really be lying if we think it is the truth?” …
… about the phrase “Living WELL with dementia”.
Truthful Loving Kindness 