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Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can gradually diminish a person’s ability to communicate. Not only do people with dementia have more difficulty expressing thoughts and emotions, they also have more trouble understanding others. | ® communication Best ways to interact with the person with dementia 1 9/21/05 2:34:18 AM Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can gradually diminish a person’s ability to communicate. Not only do people with dementia have more difficulty expressing thoughts and emotions, they also have more trouble understanding others. The ability to exchange our ideas, wishes and feelings is a basic need. Communication is: • Sending and receiving messages • How we relate to each other • An important part of our relationships • A way to express who we are • More than talking and listening • About attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language 2 2 9/21/05 2:34:22 AM Changes in communication Changes in the ability to communicate are unique to each person. A caregiver may recognize differences in the person with dementia such as: • Difficulty finding the right words • Using familiar words repeatedly • Inventing new words to describe familiar things • Easily losing train of thought • Difficulty organizing words logically • Reverting to speaking in a native language • Using curse words • Speaking less often • More often relying on gestures instead of speaking A number of physical conditions and medications can also affect a person’s ability to communicate. Consult your doctor when you notice major changes. The Alzheimer’s Association recommends ways to communicate with the person with dementia so you might understand each other better. Inside, you’ll find tips for: 1 Helping the person communicate page 4 2 Best ways for you to communicate page 6 3 People with hearing limitations page 10 4 People with vision limitations page 11 3 3 9/21/05 2:34:23 AM 1 Helping the person communicate Communicating with a person with dementia requires patience and understanding. Above all, you must be a good listener. To help the person communicate: Be patient and supportive Let the person know you’re listening and .

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