213. Essential Tips: How To Communicate With Your Loved One With Dementia Without Lying

Dementia Caregiver Support for Christians: Tips for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers to Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout & Handle Difficult Behaviors

Communicating with a loved one with dementia can feel like learning a new language. The usual ways we reassure and converse may no longer work as their cognitive world shifts.
In this episode, we dive into meaningful communication strategies that help caregivers connect with their loved ones, avoiding frustration and honoring the truth in compassionate ways.

One of the core principles discussed is the importance of meeting your loved one where they are, rather than trying to bring them back to your reality. When a loved one with dementia talks about events or responsibilities that no longer exist—like feeding the chickens or taking care of children—they are living in memories shaped by their past experiences.

If you’ve ever felt unsure of how to respond to a loved one’s difficult questions or behaviors, this episode is a reminder that communication doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be kind and thoughtful.

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