Tips for Coping with Sundowning and Sleep IssuesPosted by AlzCottages on July 26th, 2016 Ensuring a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease feels safe and comfortable is a major priority for most caregivers. Issues related to poor sleeping and sundowning, however, can make this difficult. There are strategies that can help. Sundowning is a symptom that coincides with Alzheimer’s disease and some other forms of dementia. It involves the worsening of confusion and agitation as the sun goes down for the night. Often associated with people in the mid- to more advanced stages of dementia, this occurrence can make providing care challenging while also impeding a loved one’s ability to enjoy adequate rest. The causes behind sundowning are not completely understood by the medical community, but there are some strategies that can mitigate the symptom’s effects:
Sundowning and related sleep concerns can make caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s more difficult. As agitation and confusion increase, the toll on the caregiver may, as well. If help is needed, medical professionals and specialized memory care facilities may offer the assistance required to ensure a loved one receives the comfort and care required. About Author The Cottages have been operating in Texas since 1997 and are family owned and operated by The Cottages Senior Living. The Cottages are state-of-the-art certified assisted living residences for people living with Alzheimer’s and other memory disorders. Like it? Share it!More by this author |