Everybody dies, and those who stay healthy to 100, near the end, suffer from dementia. Ergo, if I do not die before, dementia is unavoidable. My father died from a heart attack, and my mother from liver cancer. My four grandparents and uncles were assassinated relatively young. So I have no personal and intimate experience with dementia. How to prepare for it?
(1) Hearing. When speaking with a person with dementia and hearing loss, make yourself visible to them. That means facing them and placing your head at the same level as theirs so they can see your lips.
During conversations, eliminate crosstalk, as simultaneous sounds can overwhelm individuals with dementia. Minimize background noise, remove distractions, and establish a quiet environment to promote focus.
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