Home Instead Senior Care

Difficult behavior is not uncommon amongst seniors who deal with geriatric illnesses, especially dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Too often, family members find themselves tired, unsure of how to respond to the difficult behavior of their senior loved one. Senior living in Vancouver can be challenging with these behavioral issues but the following tips can help: Provide sensory stimulation Sensory stimulation, according to studies, helps bring more comfort and connection to the elderly. They can be exposed to objects that they are familiar with and can bring about positive memories. Activities that stimulate the five senses can help.  Taking short walks in familiar areas, doing read-aloud activities, hand massages, and holding items that they are familiar to them such as seashells or sand can help. Show them kindness and understanding Primary caregivers should approach seniors with kindness and understanding when they display negative behavior. Most pati