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The Gentle Art of Dementia Response
I watched an Instagram reel yesterday about a person with dementia who was sundowning. In case you are new here, or to the world of dementia care, sundowning is a name for symptoms such as heightened confusion, anxiety, and agitation that often occurs late in the afternoon or early evening. Their inner sense of safety…
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Sundowning Restlessness: Calming Movement Activities for Dementia
In the journey of dementia care, there comes a specific time of day that many family caregivers dread. As the sun begins to set, a wave of anxiety, confusion, and physical agitation can settle over your loved one. We often talk about how our words matter during these intense evening hours. We know that skipping…
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Sundowning Aggression: Why Comfort Can Feel Like a Threat
The Evening Snap: Why Kind Questions Backfire It’s 5:00 PM. You just walked through the front door, balancing grocery bags and the lingering stress of the workday. You’ve been caring for your mom, whose mild dementia has felt noticeably heavier over the last few weeks. During the day, she manages well enough on her own.…