Thanksgiving And Caring For A Love One With Dementia

Thanksgiving is here, and while the holidays can be full of joy and tradition, they can also be challenging when someone you love is living with dementia, In this episode, Kelly explores how to adjust expectations with compassion, how to support your loved one at their level of ability, and how to protect connection over perfection. Whether you’re hosting a big family meal or calling from a distance, these ideas can help bring more peace and less overwhelm to the day.Our Facebook page: Message your questions!https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559433999543Buy Me A Coffee- donate to A Balancing Act!https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemorylossResources:https://nhdementiatraining.org/2021/12/20/tips-for-spending-holidays-with-those-with-dementia/https://alzheimer.ca/en/help-support/i-have-friend-or-family-member-who-lives-dementia/holidays-special-occasionsThe information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast