Here's What Person-Centered Care Looks Like in Dementia

Person-centered care is a way of providing care in which the unique person and their preferences are emphasized, as opposed to the disease itself.

Person-Centered Care: What It Is and How to Make It Happen in Dementia By Esther Heerema, MSW Person-centered care is a way of providing care in which the unique person and their preferences are emphasized, as opposed to the disease itself. READ NOW  12 Things Families Wish They Had Known Earlier About Dementia  While each case of Alzheimer's or another type of dementia is unique, there are some common things that caregivers wish they would have known earlier. Here are 12 of them. READ NOW  Try These 9 Types of Mnemonics to Improve Your Memory  Interested in becoming more efficient and effective in learning and recalling information? These nine strategies can help. READ NOW  How the Clock-Drawing Test Helps Screen for Dementia  The clock-drawing test is a simple tool that is used to screen people for signs of neurological problems, including Alzheimer's and other dementias. READ NOW  When Should Antibiotics Be Used in Dementia?  If your loved one with dementia is suspected of having an infection, you may be asked if you want antibiotics administered. This question can surprise some families because they may assume that antibiotics are always used if an infection is identified. READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT IV Fluids for Someone With Late-Stage Dementia Can Too Many Medicines Cause Dementia Symptoms? How to Visit Someone With Late Stage Dementia What Does 'Senile' Actually Mean? How Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Is Different You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Alzheimer's & Dementia newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2018 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy