Caregiver Resources

Advice for caregivers at home

If you are a caregiver of a person living with dementia, you will have questions. Though everyone’s situation is unique, St. John’s has many of the answers that may help you along the way.

Throughout this website, you will find caregivers similar to yourself who will tell you about their experience. They will also talk about strategies for keeping their loved one engaged, finding joy for themselves and their loved one, and how to recognize and deal with change. You will also find useful links to other resources, including our blog, where you will find articles of interest to caregivers at home.

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Eating and drinking for persons living with dementia

As dementia progresses, eating and drinking for a person living with dementia can still be a source of joy, or a health issue, or more likely, both.  Every person’s eating and drinking history and preferences are different.

Sleeping with dementia

As age and dementia progress, sleep problems can become more prevalent. Be on the alert for changes in sleep patterns that result from shifts in your loved one's brain. You may notice your loved one is restless, may shout out in his/her sleep, or may wander.

Noise, light, and sundowning

Many elders can be hard of hearing due to the normal process of aging, but persons living with dementia can experience sound in different ways due to their dementia.

Feeding the spirit of caregivers and their loved ones living with dementia

An interview with St. John’s Dementia Resource Center Chaplain Chava. "When I am talking to caregivers, I remind them to take care of themselves.

Take care of yourself; you will take better care of your loved one

At St. John’s, we understand the joys and the stress of providing care for persons living with dementia. Some days are amazing, others are difficult.

Games, activities, and useful technology for caregivers at home

As part of your Joy Plan, include a variety of stimulating and restful experiences based on your loved one’s life-long preferences
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