Meet Jack, a person living with dementia receiving care in hospital. We see daughter-in-law and primary carer, Emily, use tools and strategies to communicate Jack’s unique needs and routines so that they are known and understood by hospital staff as they care for him.
What to consider
- Hospitals are noisy, busy, and have lots of flashing lights which may be unsettling for someone living with dementia. Minimising these can help.
- Sharing information about a person’s likes, dislikes and everyday routines can alleviate some of the distress he or she may experience, and help hospital staff support them. Dementia Support Australia's ‘About Me’ resource can help you with this process.
- Navigating the next steps as you think about discharging the person living with dementia can be overwhelming. You are not alone. There are many supports and services to help you – including social workers and My Aged Care.
Call our 24-hour helpline on 1800 699 799
