Hi Everyone
My dad has been in his excellent residential home for just short of 2 years; he's put on nearly a stone in weight over the last 9 months and is very settled. However over the last month or so I've noticed he seems to have taken a dislike to me !
It began by him trying to kick me if I stood too close and pushing my hand away. Now he won't even look at me, nor accept his favourate chocolate from me. He's quite happy to see my son, shake his hand and chatter away. I know it's the illness and I'm being silly, but I do find it upsetting.
I've spoke to the staff who have noticed his change in attitude towards women in general. I wondered if anyone else had come across this and/or any advice on the best way to handle it?
Thank you
Jules
My dad has been in his excellent residential home for just short of 2 years; he's put on nearly a stone in weight over the last 9 months and is very settled. However over the last month or so I've noticed he seems to have taken a dislike to me !
It began by him trying to kick me if I stood too close and pushing my hand away. Now he won't even look at me, nor accept his favourate chocolate from me. He's quite happy to see my son, shake his hand and chatter away. I know it's the illness and I'm being silly, but I do find it upsetting.
I've spoke to the staff who have noticed his change in attitude towards women in general. I wondered if anyone else had come across this and/or any advice on the best way to handle it?
Thank you
Jules