In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer's Awareness Month Lakeshore Public Radio's Dee Dotson speaks with Julie Collins, Northwest Indiana Program Manager with the Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter. The organization's mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
The Ten Absolutes of Alzheimer's Care
1. Never argue, instead agree
2.Never reason, instead divert
3.Never shame, instead distract
4.Never lecture, instead reassure
5.Never say "remember", instead reminisce
6.Never say "I told you", instead repeat
7. Never say "You can't", instead say "Do what you can."
8. Never command or demand; instead ask or model
9. Never condescend; instead encourage or praise
10. Never force; instead reinforce
