If your loved one has dementia, you may feel intimidated by the circular conversations and don’t how to respond to them. The most important thing you can do is be patient and positive. You may need to repeat yourself or help the conversation along at times. If you find that your loved one likes to talk about a certain topic, participate in certain activities, or spend time outside, incorporate that into your visits. Conversations often trigger forgotten memories.
- Don’t talk about the person as if they are not there or talk to them as you would to a young child – be patient and have respect for them.
- Don’t talk about the person as if they are not there or talk to them as you would to a young child – be patient and have respect for them.
- Listen carefully to what the person is saying, and offer encouragement.