Caregiving is a task that can be very high stress. Long-term caregiving can drain the resources of any individual. While dealing with dementia may sometimes be seem as a never-ending battle, avoiding patterns that lead to catastrophic reactions in the one with dementia is essential to maintain one’s empathy and open heart.
The MAP approach teaches methods to adjust the environment to avoid many common difficulties while at the same time keeping your loved one integrated in daily life. From simple changes in habits of speech, to putting cues on doors, through adjusting the physical environment, MAP enables everyone involved to breathe easier. In short, let’s create an environment of support that avoids unnecessary problems before they lead to a crisis.
Many people have journeyed on this path before and have acquired much wisdom and insight. Both as a comfort to caregivers in need as well as creative solvers of everyday dementia-related problems, we encourage the posting of solutions for the benefit of caregivers and loved ones everywhere.