Dementia Care Should Begin With What Is Preserved, Not What Has Been Lost
Summary
Experts in dementia care say support should focus on what people with dementia can still do, not just what they have lost. They believe personalized care and understanding each person's habits and strengths can improve daily life after diagnosis.Key Facts
- Dementia care often focuses on deficits and losses linked to the disease.
- Matthew Call and Todd Graham promote a "Preserved Abilities Method" that highlights what abilities remain.
- Care plans typically overlook strengths and interests of people with dementia.
- Personalized care can help people succeed in some activities even if they struggle in others.
- Shifting the focus from limitations to abilities can improve relationships between caregivers and patients.
- Caregivers often need to adjust how they communicate and offer activities.
- Familiar habits and preferences provide comfort and connection for people with dementia.
- The approach aims to change long-held ideas about dementia care within healthcare settings.
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