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Alzheimer's communication tips

Found this in another group and thought it'd help here:

If you're caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, adjusting how you communicate can ease frustrations and improve understanding. From visual cues to gentle tone changes, these strategies can help build connection.

Learn more about how to communicate effectively with someone with Alzheimer’s: https://go.nia.nih.gov/496LQoZ

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Commonly Used Abbreviations


DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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