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[quote=Anonymous]Just repeating a lot of what others said. Mom has mean angry dementia, but dad had sweet dementia. With dad he loved things that triggered happy memories he still had-the old memories. So yes to old photos, favorite music from the past, favorite foods. even singing a favorite song together if the person likes that. Also, spend time in a setting that creates joy and relaxation if possible-maybe outside listening to the birds near a garden. Don't ever correct the poor memory or do anything that reminds the person he/she is impaired. Keep is short and sweet. Smile a lot. Focus on the present and long ago. They can truly enjoy the moment and they can usually remember pleasant old memories. The in-between is where the stress comes.[/quote]
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