You’ve been noticing the subtle shifts for a while now. Mom repeats herself more than usual. She loses her place in conversations. She hesitates before answering questions or forgets appointments she used to handle with ease. At first, you explain it away—she’s grieving Dad, the move was stressful, or maybe she’s just getting older. We all want to believe that. We want Mom to stay the strong, capable person we’ve always known. But then something changes. You realize this is

When caring for someone with a memory disorder, the “usual” ways we communicate in healthy relationships often don’t work. In daily life, we share plans, solve problems through discussion, and ask for opinions. But for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, these well-intentioned approaches can actually create more confusion and anxiety.

Life rarely follows the map we sketch out in our minds. We set our course, imagining smooth highways and scenic views. Then, without warning, the road curves sharply. A diagnosis, a loss, an unexpected conflict, or even a sudden change in our own hearts can leave us staring at an emotional detour sign. Detours can feel inconvenient, frustrating, and frightening. They can also lead us to unexpected landscapes of growth, resilience, and grace—if we learn to navigate them with

Use these prompts to talk to your loved one about their care. Record their answers and wishes to share with other family members or the care team.

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