MIL had many interest before Alzheimer's now while she is at home all she does is worried about everything; medication, the date, Christmas, cooking dinner (which she has not done in years), etc.
My husband and I are here from US trying to assess the situation and aid my FIL. We are thinking of getting her into some day care to alleviate the load from my FIL.
She has no interest in any activities, which means she needs constant attention at all times. We are uncertain how to relief her anxiety. Does anyone have any tips?
I read the article about "Compassionate Communication with the Memory Impaired" and shared it with my husband and in-laws, but still need to know if there are other things you do. I understand Alzheimer's is a very individual disease.
I have tried distracting her from the topic and stressing that she is in a safe place. My FIL just feels underappreciated and hurt to know that he has done so much for her yet she is still unhappy.
My husband and I are here from US trying to assess the situation and aid my FIL. We are thinking of getting her into some day care to alleviate the load from my FIL.
She has no interest in any activities, which means she needs constant attention at all times. We are uncertain how to relief her anxiety. Does anyone have any tips?
I read the article about "Compassionate Communication with the Memory Impaired" and shared it with my husband and in-laws, but still need to know if there are other things you do. I understand Alzheimer's is a very individual disease.
I have tried distracting her from the topic and stressing that she is in a safe place. My FIL just feels underappreciated and hurt to know that he has done so much for her yet she is still unhappy.