#NOTES FOR MEMORY OF A FRIEND TV#
Noise from the TV or radio makes it harder to hear, and it competes with you for the listener's attention. Don't force them to try to understand your way of conversing. Try to understand the words and gestures your loved one is using to communicate. If they didn't understand the words the first time, they probably won’t get them a second time.Īdapt to your listener. If the listener has a hard time understanding what you're saying, find a different way to say it. Don't talk down to them or speak to others as if they are not there or don’t understand you. Instead of saying, "Don't do that," say, "Let's try this." Call people and things by name instead of “she,” “they,” or “it.”īe positive. Use pauses to give the person time to process what you're saying. Also, avoid mumbling or talking with food in your mouth. Try to keep your hands away from your face when you’re talking. Use a gentle, relaxed tone of voice and friendly facial expressions. Show that you’re listening and trying to understand what they are saying. Approach them from the front, identify yourself, and call them by name.īe attentive. Make sure you have your loved one’s attention before you start talking. Here are some tips for talking with someone who has Alzheimer’s: It can also be helpful for your loved ones to adjust how they communicate with you. Avoid distracting noises, and find a quiet place to talk.If you need to, ask the person you're speaking with to repeat what they are saying or to speak slowly.Always take your time, and don't feel like you need to rush.Keep these tips in mind when you’re trying to talk with others: If you want to, you can explain that you have a memory problem. Take directions with you, even if you’re going somewhere you’ve been before. Ask someone to go with you when you go out.You may not be able to find your way around as well as you used to, even in familiar places. If something gets too hard, take a break.Don't feel like you have to hurry or let other people rush you. Allow yourself the time to do what you need to do.Take advantage of the times of the day when you feel best.Focus on things you enjoy and are able to do safely on your own.Keep photos of people you see often, and label the photos with their names.Ask a friend or family member to call and remind you of important things you need to do during the day, like taking medication and going to appointments.Label cupboards and drawers with words or pictures that describe their contents.Put sticky notes around the house with reminders for yourself.Keep a notebook or smartphone with you to keep track of important information, phone numbers, names, ideas you have, appointments, your address, and directions to your home.
You may have to try a few different ones before you find what works for you.
How Do I Deal With Memory Problems?Īs it gets harder to remember things, you can use a few strategies to help your memory. But there are some things you can do to help your memory, plan your day, and get around. Living with Alzheimer's disease is a challenge for anyone.
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