As an Area Owner and Operator of a Home Matters Caregiving franchise, I am committed to ensuring exceptional outcomes for our valued clients and caregivers. My passion for elevating our service quality is matched by my role as a blogger and social media manager for the franchise, where I share insights, updates, and foster community engagement. Prior to senior care, I used my strategic communication and brand development skills as the Marketing Director of a regional bank. My diverse experience supports my commitment to excellence and innovation in both healthcare and digital communication.
Hallucinations, Delusions, and Paranoia Related to Dementia
The most prevalent symptoms of mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are hallucinations, paranoia, and delusions. In fact, according to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, approximately 40 percent of those with dementia have delusions, while 25 percent experience hallucinations. According to the director of Duke’s Aging Center Family Support Program, Lisa Gwyther, trying to convince the patient that these experiences are not really happening is not helpful, and can actually frustrate the person. Instead, Gwyther recommends that you change the way in which you communicate with the individual during these times and try removing any possible triggers.
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