In this article, we will present an overview of different technological tools that can enable activity for the person with dementia. The technological tools are not required to enhance activity, but can be tools in doing so. Locator devices (GPS). If the person with dementia enjoys walking or moving outside,
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Involve the child. Try to find ways to involve the child in providing care, or just allow them to spend time with the person. This can help to make the situation seem more normal and prevents a feeling of being left out. However, it is important to let them continue
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It is common for people with dementia to deny accepting care. Different stages of the disease can cause different reasons for this to happen, and it can feel discouraging for you as a caregiver as your intentions are good. One aspect is accepting the reality of the disease. They might
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Caregivers of people with dementia generally identify three transitions in the trajectory of the disease: the time of diagnosis, when they realize a need for formal care and when the person cannot live in their home anymore. Transitioning from being the sole caregiver to involving payed support personnel can be
Read moreThe following is a list of selected services and points of contact for information on caregiving, support services and self-support in Austria: Alzheimer Austria: Antonia Croy, Obere Augartenstr. 26-28, 1020 Wien, Tel.: 01 / 332 51 66 Rotes Kreuz Ausbildungzentrum: Karin Eder, BSc, MSc; Tel.: +43/1/79 580-6401, E-Mail: karin.
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