Top 5 tips for visits with your loved-one with Alzheimer’s:
Establish a regular visit routine and, if possible, spend time together on the same day at the same time
Take an activity to do that you both can participate in, such as a crossword, newspaper or game – something that doesn’t necessarily mean they have to hold a long conversation or follow a complex train of thought
Have a flexible attitude and go with the flow; no need to stick to a plan
Help maintain independence and try not to treat them like a child, particularly if they are physically capable of carrying out activities
Take it in turn with family for visits and care, so no one person is responsible all of the time