Of the many difficult behaviors that may occur in people with Alzheimer’s disease, perhaps the most perplexing is physical violence. Even a formerly calm senior can be at risk of aggressive outbursts, especially in the later stages of the disease, resulting from a number of factors: a lack of self-control and inhibition, mental distress, physical pain or discomfort. When unable to communicate the right way, the person may have no alternate option but to use aggression to express his or her needs.
The dementia care team at Compassionate Nursing Services, the experts providers of Town and Country memory care and senior care in nearby communities, can help. When dealing with a violent outburst, keep the tips below in mind:
And as the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Staying with a consistent routine of meals, snacks, rest, and exercise is crucial for those with Alzheimer’s disease. It’s also beneficial to keep a journal to document what’s triggering violent outbursts, the times of day they seem to be happening, and what has worked (or not worked).
Most importantly, however, is ensuring that your own needs for self-care are met. Meeting the needs of a loved one with Alzheimer’s is depleting, both physically and emotionally. Partnering with a competent respite care provider with expertise in providing the specialized Town and Country memory care and senior care in the surrounding communities that is the ideal solution for both the older person with Alzheimer’s disease and the family members providing care.
At Compassionate Nursing Services, we enable family caregivers to have the chance to take much-needed time to relax and recharge with the help of our professional, compassionate experts in dementia and memory care in Town and Country and the surrounding areas. Contact us for a free in-home consultation to learn more at 314-432-4312.
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