"Loving Someone Who Has Dementia"

Loving someone with dementia involves adapting your relationship to their changing needs and abilities. It requires patience, empathy, and understanding that their memories and communication may decline, but their feelings and desire for connection remain. Focus on meaningful interactions, maintain routines for familiarity, and provide reassurance. Emphasize compassion over perfection, and recognize that love can be expressed through small gestures, presence, and emotional support, helping maintain dignity and comfort for your loved one despite cognitive changes.