Ways To Make Communication With A Person With Dementia More Meaningful For Everyone...

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1. Before you speak to a person with dementia, make sure     you have gained their attention.

2. Look directly at the person, make eye contact and
    introduce yourself even if you have met before.

3. Speak clearly and simply.

4. Use short sentences. Keep what you are saying short
    and to the point.

5. Wait for a response, allow time for your words to be
     processed.

6. For good communication words alone may not be
    enough. Show the person with dementia what you
    mean. Your tone of voice, volume, body language and
    facial expressions also send a message every time you
    speak.

7. People with dementia are often easily distracted by
    both sights and sounds. A quiet place sometimes make
    communication easier.

8. Be patient and always remember that there is a person     behind the dementia.

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