Life with dementia is never easy. It’s hard on the person who has it, and it’s also hard on the family who loves them. Caring for someone with dementia means thinking about many little things every day.
As the condition gets worse, it becomes harder to give them the freedom they want while keeping them safe. In the video below, a young woman shares what life is like with her grandma, who is living with dementia.
Whenever this woman makes dinner, her sweet grandma always wants to join in. But using sharp knives and hot pans can be too risky, and that left Grandma sitting on the sidelines.
One day, she admitted it made her feel “useless” just watching. That’s when her granddaughter decided something needed to change. Thankfully, she came up with a clever way for Grandma to be part of the fun.
You can see the heartwarming solution in the video below!
“That’s such a wonderful idea,” one person shared in the comments. “The hardest part for many older folks is losing their independence, and that can be heartbreaking. When they feel like they’ve lost that, they often start to give up. What you did was so smart. Whether they have dementia or not, they still need to feel useful, wanted, and most of all—loved.”
Simple ideas can help someone living with dementia
Sometimes, a simple idea can make a big difference for someone living with dementia. One example used in many assisted living homes is called doll therapy. In the video below, you’ll see how this special kind of care works.
Doll therapy isn’t right for everyone, but for many older adults, it brings comfort. Holding a doll can calm their minds, ease their worries, and even lift their spirits. It also makes everyday care a little easier for their loved ones and caregivers.
Caring for someone with dementia is never easy, but little acts of love and creativity—like these—show just how much hope and joy are possible.
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