Effective Communication Strategies
5 tips to navigate meaningful conversations.
Communicating with a loved one who is living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging.
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These five tips can help you connect, remain calm, and navigate positive conversations:
- Listen carefully and pay attention to your loved one’s body language.
- Don’t ask too many questions. Focus on individual topics and avoid open-ended questions.
- Avoid conflict. Validate their feelings. Don’t yell or express anger.
- Use humor and laugh together to help break any tension.
- Encourage positive engagement by playing your loved one’s favorite music.
At Watermark communities, individuals lead enriching and rewarding lives in a setting where expert care always includes empathy and a loving approach. Our groundbreaking Prema Memory SupportSM program integrates each resident into the rhythms of daily living, creating mindful moments of connection, engagement, and growth. In partnership with the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners, caregivers known as Nayas receive specialized training to support people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. They create deeper connections and provide more personalized attention within a loving, nurturing environment.