Nap time
my DW, stage 5-6, is pleasant and compliant until she obviously needs a nap 2-3x per day. Ok again after a rest but lately she is less cooperative in lying down for a nap. Attitude gets very obstinate and angry. Any ideas how to persuade her to “stretch out” for a bit?
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Eligius, I’m so sorry that you’re dealing with this. In my case, I don’t try to make him lie down. I just suggest that he sit for awhile and close his eyes. I get him comfy in his recliner with his blanket and our cat on his lap, turn on you tube and some of his favorite tunes, and he rests peacefully. Perhaps you could try that? He loves the old band, Bread, and I found an album of their hits that shows the words as the songs play. That does the trick. He sings along sometimes and other times just listens. He may not sleep, but he’s certainly very calm and relaxed. And he always forgets that he listened to it before! He thinks it’s a great new experience! He also loves Cat Stevens and James Taylor. It may be worth a try! Hang in there! We can all relate!
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thank you. She does sit on the couch and doesnt move around a lot so she is getting rest but she really needs “shut-eye” time to recharge her mental state. I’ll try the music. I have all her fav’s from Anne murray to Glen Campbell( another alz sufferer)
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Trying to force her to take a nap only increases her anxiety and agitation. Hope Abby627's recliner suggestion works. You could also speak to her doctor about medication to calm her if she's getting anxious later in the day. She could be sundowning.
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If you said you are really tired and need a nap, would she follow along with you? You could always get up after she has fallen asleep. I hope you can find something that works.
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This is what works for me. DW likes to nap in bed. If I nap with her, she is always compliant. Then I can get up after she has fallen asleep.
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