Professional Impact

When you’re entering that individual’s world and reality, remember to approach each scenario as an individualized situation.
How you respond and interact dictates their level of trust and safety with you. You may be the only one they know to call.
You can build relationships with individuals with dementia and their families.
You can be the link to the care needed and resources available within their community.
You can empathize with individuals with dementia and their families by your willingness to listen and relate.
You can offer the individual and family assurance that you are there to help during this tough time.
You can offer dignity and respect to the individual and their family.