Behavior is a form of communication. Licensed Master Social Worker Cheryl Blanchard helps caregivers determine what your loved one is trying to tell you.
- Remain flexible, patient and calm
- Respond to emotion/not behavior
- Don’t argue or try to convince
- Experiment with different solutions
- Share your experiences with others
- Utilize community resources
- Acknowledge requests and respond to them
- Don’t take it personally
- Look for the humor