How to interact with Dementia Patient

Talk to them in a pleasant manner and maintain a positive attitude.

Eliminate surrounding noise, use body and eye contact to get their attention.

Talk slowly in a comforting tone, use uncomplicated words and sentences. Repeat slowly if they do not understand.

Try to ask yes or no question instead of open ended question, or provide a choice for them to choose from.

Do give them time to reply the question. You may also suggest the possible answers when they have difficulty answering them.

Keep conversation short and clear.

When they are feeling depressed, try to distract them with a different topic.

Provide reassurance and give support to them physically and verbally.

Do talk to them about the delightful incidents that happened in the past, to bring back the happy memories.

Use your sense of humor, make them laugh with you