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How to tell my children that our Aunt has dementia? We just found out.
Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Dec 7, 2023 | Replies (5)Comment receiving replies
Hi @yogalady47, I'm sorry about your aunt. Learning about the dementia of a loved one is devastating. I've been through it twice, with my dad, and now, my husband.
I found this article, which I thought was pretty good:
https://www.care.com/c/talking-to-kids-about-dementia/
There are a number of articles on the topic, which a search on Google will bring up.
My suggestion is stay calm yourself, learn all you can about the disease, and think of yourself as a guide to your children and aunt. They're lucky to have you.
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Teri, your words and that article are strengthening and helpful. I'm sorry you went through the experience twice. What do you say when the children ask, "Is it contagious? Will it happen to you, Mom?" How do you teach the children what questions to ask and not to ask their aunt? Should the aunt know that the children know? Thank you.