People with dementia often trust strangers who contact them because their cognitive and emotional changes affect their judgment and perception of safety. Dementia impairs memory, reasoning, and the ability to recognize familiar faces or situations, which can make it difficult…
When a loved one becomes defensive about scams, it can be challenging to help them without causing frustration or hurt feelings. The key is to approach the situation with empathy, patience, and understanding. Start by recognizing that anyone can fall…
When someone has dementia, they become vulnerable to scams and financial abuse because their ability to make sound decisions diminishes over time. To protect them, obtaining a **durable power of attorney (POA)** is a crucial step. This legal document allows…
Transitioning a loved one with dementia away from online shopping requires patience, understanding, and practical steps to ensure their safety and well-being. Dementia can affect judgment, memory, and the ability to manage finances, which may lead to impulsive or unsafe…
When a loved one with dementia is being exploited, involving social services can be a crucial step to protect their well-being and rights. Exploitation may include financial abuse, neglect, or other forms of mistreatment, which people with dementia are particularly…
Financial grooming of adults with dementia is a form of exploitation where someone gradually gains control over the person’s finances through manipulation, deceit, or pressure. Recognizing this behavior early is crucial to protect vulnerable individuals from financial abuse. One key…
Protecting a loved one with dementia who lives alone requires thoughtful adjustments to their living environment, clear communication, and safety measures tailored to their needs. The goal is to create a space that minimizes risks while supporting their independence as…
When a loved one with dementia keeps getting scammed, it can be deeply distressing and challenging to manage. Dementia affects memory, judgment, and decision-making, making individuals more vulnerable to financial exploitation. Scammers often take advantage of this vulnerability, leading to…
Building a support plan for someone with brain trauma involves understanding their unique needs and creating a structured approach to help them recover and manage daily life. Brain trauma, or traumatic brain injury (TBI), can cause a wide range of…
Managing daily tasks while recovering from a head injury requires a careful balance of rest, pacing, and support to avoid worsening symptoms and to promote healing. It is important to break tasks into smaller, manageable parts and allow yourself frequent…