The Person I knew
“They are no longer the person I knew”. Possibly the most common phrase around Alzheimer’s cases. It’s everywhere, it seems to be a very common statement/sentiment. The problem with this all too common statement, is that it does not bring about a positive mindset. It saps the joy and love out of caretaking. Bob DeMarco challenges this statement, arguing that to say so is to objectify the person affected. In taking on this attitude about the disease, it breeds hate for the disease which could be taken out on those suffering from it.
Bob suggests that a more effective way for caregivers to view their loved ones, is to imagine the having Alzheimer’s is like being in a different world. “You'll need to develop a new set of communication skills that will allow you to deal with the behavior of the person suffering from Alzheimer's, and at the same time allow you to slay the dragon within you.”
Alzcare in New Braunfels. Caring treatment for Alzheimer’s patients in Texas in comfortable, home settings.
