As a caregiver there are some specific things that you can do to cope with the behaviour changes in your Alzheimer patient whether you are caring for a family member or a friend. Some of these coping strategies include:

Try to be as understanding as you can. Keep in mind that behavior changes are not directed at you personally but are a symptom of Alzheimer Disease.

Stay calm no matter what the situation is about.

Practice as much patience as you can. If you start to feel impatient, try to take a step back and take a few minutes for yourself so that you can get back on track.

Be flexible so that no matter what type of a schedule you have designed for your patient you are always ready for the unexpected.

Don’t argue with your patient or try to convince them of something. Always keep in mind that the Alzheimer patient is no longer able to rationalize in the way that they once were.

Respond to your patient when they ask something of you. It will be up to you to determine whether or not the request is rational or not.

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