Tag: sundowners syndrome
Overnight Dementia Camp Provides Caregivers Reprieve From Sundowning
By on October 17, 2012
Many caregivers who deal with sundowning—or nightly confusion, fear and hallucinations in dementia sufferers—agree it’s the most difficult part of their caregivng role. Lack of sleep is not good for anyone. And when loved ones who suffer from dementia won’t sleep at night, the caregiver also suffers. Well one dementia program, the Hebrew Home at…
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11 Tips For Dealing With Sundowning and Dementia
By on March 16, 2012
Evening hours can be especially challenging for those with Sundowner’s Syndrome. There are many hypotheses as to why this particular time of day is difficult—from being tired or bored—to natural circadian rhythms responding to the loss of sunlight. Even your loved one’s thoughts of dwelling on days gone by and how life has changed is…
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