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10 Things to Keep in Mind
When Dealing with Someone with Dementia
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- Never Argue – Always Agree
- Never reason – Always Divert
- Never Lecture – Always Assure
- Never Say “Remember” – Always Reminisce
- Never Say “I Told You So” – Always Repeat
- Never Say “Can’t” – Always “Do What You Can”
- Never Demand – Always Suggest or Model
- Never condescend – Always Encourage
- Never Force – Always Reinforce
- Never Take Over – Always Ask Permission and Invite Their Participation
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