We sometimes think that getting our loved one into a secured environment will be the answer to all their Dementia needs. Don't be surprised if they have a set back after the admission, even if it was the absolute best decision for them. Changing their environment can be very frightening and confusing. Plan to have shorter visits with lots of encouragement in the beginning. Change is hard for the able mind, and way more difficult when Dementia is present.
Change of Environment may cause set back initially
We sometimes think that getting our loved one into a secured environment will be the answer to all their Dementia needs. Don't be surprised if they have a set back after the admission, even if it was the absolute best decision for them. Changing their environment can be very frightening and confusing. Plan to have shorter visits with lots of encouragement in the beginning. Change is hard for the able mind, and way more difficult when Dementia is present.
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