The Top Tips for Non-Verbal Communication with Alzheimer's Patients

• Don’t be negative. If you say, "you are driving me crazy," it will only cause problems.
• Use their first name or say “Mom” or “Mother” “Dad” or “Father.” Let them know who they are even if they don’t remember you.
• When conversing with someone with Alzheimer’s, eliminate distractions.
• Try not to interrupt them. Correcting what they say will have no impact except to make them angry.
• Avoid talking about your loved one as if they were not in the same room with you. You never know, they may understand more than you think.
• Focus on feelings rather than words.
• Avoid baby talk.
• Stay calm.