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With experience in dementia caregiving, public education, and Alzheimer’s-focused writing—and a professional research background shaped in what many consider one of the world’s top laboratories—I work to make complex findings clear, practical, and genuinely helpful for families and professionals providing care.
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spouse has Az. 4 years plus. recently getting her to take a bath has become an issue.. prompting her with requests and filling bathtub with warm water is ignored. and causes harsh response … for several days running.. then of her own accord she will bathe!! how do i promote regular hygiene..bathing.. or is this the norm?? also dental care is spotty. thanks. Arnold
You may want to check out the Teepa Snow video:
Bathing Dementia.
Hope this helps.