Alzheimer's & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, Inc. 922 E Colfax Ave. South Bend, IN 46617 Phone: (574) 232-4121Toll-free Helpline: (888) 303-0180 FAX: (574) 232-4235

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12 STEPS FOR CAREGIVERS

Developed by participants in support groups.

 

ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY

Environment
Safety
Home Safety Chechlist

 

COMMUNICATION CHANGES

Patient Needs
Patient Feelings
Key Elements of Communication
Do's and Don'ts of Communication
Golden Rules of Communication
Non-verval Communication

 

HANDLING DIFFICULT SITUATIONS

Going to the Doctor
Finances
Driving
No Longer Able to Live Alone

 

DEALING WITH ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING

General Tips
Bathing and Grooming
Dressing
Eating
Toileting
Medications

 

MANAGING BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS

How Woukld You Feel If...?
Communicating Through Behavior
T-E-A-C-H


 

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