Caring about Dementia: Distraction and Redirection

In this episode, Sally (Dementia Carer Support Worker) chats about distraction and redirection. If the person living with dementia is getting fixated on something, here are a few tips to try.
HealthWISE and Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation have teamed up to bring you a series of videos with ideas for caring for a person living with dementia.
The information provided in this video series is general in nature and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or local healthcare provider.
Useful phone numbers:
• National Dementia Helpline 1800 100 500
(Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm)
• Dementia Support Australia 24 hour Helpline 1800 699 799
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00:00 Introduction
00:37 Use blinds and curtains to reduce outside noise
00:49 Put on a DVD
01:10 Try lowering your voice
01:21 Try to centre the focus back on the person
01:32 Think about your body language
01:42 Try to engage
02:04 Never underestimate the power of a cup of tea
02:21 Approach the problem from a different angle