Dementia Care Insights
What are Distress Behaviors in Dementia?
11/25/2025
When an individual living with dementia acts out, becomes agitated, or resists care, these actions are often labeled as "challenging behaviors." But at their core, these are distress behaviors—a way of communicating an unmet need, discomfort, or confusion.
Are You Struggling with Individuals Who Have Distress Behaviors During Mealtime?
11/24/2025
Mealtimes are meant to be pleasant, but when distress behaviors or refusal occur, they can become a source of immense stress for both the individual and the caregiver. If you're frequently asking, "Are You Struggling with Individuals Who Have Distress Behaviors During Mealtime?", this video is for you.
Is It Yes Or No
11/24/2025
We often default to asking simple "yes or no" questions in conversation: "Do you want to eat now?" "Are you ready to walk?" However, for someone living with dementia, these seemingly easy questions can be sources of immense stress and confusion, often leading to refusal or agitation.
Recognize the Early, Quiet Signs of Distress Behaviors and Anxiety to Avoid Escalation?
11/17/2025
In dementia care, preventing a crisis is always easier than managing one. The key to prevention lies in spotting the subtle, often overlooked "quiet signs" of distress and anxiety before they escalate.
Working with an Individual Living with Dementia Who is Resistant to Care?
11/17/2025
Resistance to care is one of the most stressful and physically challenging aspects of dementia caregiving. Whether it’s refusal during dressing, bathing, or medication time, these moments can leave both the individual and the caregiver feeling frustrated and upset.
When Wandering Becomes Worrisome
11/17/2025
Wandering and searching behaviors are common in dementia, but when do they cross the line into becoming a serious safety concern? Understanding the difference and knowing how to respond is critical for every caregiver.
Why your organization should have a Dementia Capable Care Certified Instructor?
11/10/2025
For healthcare organizations committed to providing the highest quality of care, continuous, in-house staff training is essential. But what is the most cost-effective and impactful way to achieve this?
How does dementia care training help healthcare professionals create a structured routine?
11/10/2025
For individuals living with dementia, a predictable and well-structured routine is not a luxury - it's a critical tool for reducing anxiety and promoting stability. But how can healthcare professionals consistently create and implement routines that truly work?
When No Means Something More
11/10/2025
How often do you hear "No," "I don't want to," or "Get away from me" when providing care? Resistance and refusal are very common - and frustrating -behaviors in dementia care, especially around tasks like bathing, dressing, or taking medication.
Why is Listening and Observing Important with Wandering?
11/10/2025
Dealing with distress behaviors can be one of the most challenging parts of providing dementia care. When standard techniques don't seem to work, what creative strategies can you use to connect with and calm someone in distress?
Why Did We Create the Dementia Capable Care Learning Library?
10/08/2025
Kim Warchol, President and Founder of Dementia Care Specialists (Crisis Prevention Institute), answers a popular question: Why did we create the Dementia Capable Care Learning Library?
Are you struggling with repetitive questions? Dementia Care Specialists
10/07/2025
Dealing with repetitive questions in dementia care is one of the most common and challenging experiences for healthcare professionals. If you're struggling with individuals constantly asking the same question (like "Where is my car?"). This video offers a simple yet transformative strategy to reduce distress and anxiety.