Personal Care and Dementia: Practical Approaches for Hands-On Care

Empowering Professionals in Aging

Empowering Professionals in Aging
Personal Care and Dementia: Practical Approaches for Hands-On Care
Jun 25, 2026
American Society on Aging

Providing personal care for someone living with dementia—such as bathing, dressing, or grooming—can feel overwhelming at times. These hands-on tasks often bring unique challenges, from resistance and anxiety to communication barriers. Yet, with the right strategies, personal care can become a time of connection, dignity and comfort.

In this podcast, explore practical approaches to delivering personal care that meet the individual with dementia where they are. From understanding how the disease impacts daily routines to applying person-centered communication techniques, this session is designed to give professionals actionable tools they can use right away. Whether you’re a professional or family caregiver, this podcast provides actionable tools you can use right away to gain strategies that make personal care moments more positive, dignified and supportive for the person living with dementia.

Episode Artwork Personal Care and Dementia: Practical Approaches for Hands-On Care 1:02:26 Episode Artwork Creating Belonging: Supporting Older Adults Across Cultures and Communities 1:00:33 Episode Artwork Room-by-Room Home Safety: Practical Tips to Age in Place 1:03:22 Episode Artwork Navigating Family Dynamics: Collaborative Caregiving and Support 1:02:16 Episode Artwork Winter Home Safety: Preparing for a Safe and Cozy Season 56:04 Episode Artwork Caring for the Caregiver: Resources to Support Well-Being 1:02:01 Episode Artwork The Cost of Care: Funding Options for Long-Term Care Needs 58:39 Episode Artwork Strategies for Improving Quality of Life for Individuals Living with Dementia 59:44 Episode Artwork Preventing Fraud and Scams: Safeguarding Older Adults 59:38 Episode Artwork Navigating Ethical Issues in the Care of Older Adults 1:01:25 Episode Artwork Supporting Older Individuals Through Difficulties and Change 1:01:30 Episode Artwork Veterans Assistance (VA) Benefits: What to Know and How to Apply 1:01:39 Episode Artwork Transforming Dementia Care Through Music 1:01:16 Episode Artwork Finding the Right Fit: Options for Care at Home 59:50 Episode Artwork Addressing Challenging Family Dynamics in Caregiving 1:02:21 Episode Artwork Nurturing Dignity: Understanding Hospice and End-of-Life Support 1:02:04 Episode Artwork The Evolving Landscape of Caregiving: Trends, Innovations & Challenges 57:56 Episode Artwork Encore Careers: Navigating Work and Purpose in the Second Half of Life 1:00:03 Episode Artwork Exploring Other Dementias: LBD, FTD, Vascular & Mixed 1:00:01 Episode Artwork Securing Support for Those Who are High Risk for Hospital Readmissions 1:04:03 Episode Artwork Navigating Alzheimer's: Unraveling Diagnosis Challenges and Finding Solutions 1:00:36 Episode Artwork Addressing Loneliness and Food Insecurity in Elders 59:31 Episode Artwork Navigating Ethical Choices in the Care of Older Adults 58:23 Episode Artwork Aging in Place: Home Safety & Fall Prevention 57:29 Episode Artwork Maintain Your Brain: Reducing the Risk of Dementia 59:24