When caring for vulnerable loved ones we can feel a need to protect them and remove any potential risk. Whilst this is a natural response, it's so important that when caring for loved ones with dementia we constantly balance their safety with their right to freedom and autonomy. When we put ourselves in their shoes and consider what choices they would make if they didn't have dementia, we start to make decisions more holistically that uphold their wishes, rights and values.
Todays episode is all about how we manage risk when it comes to loved ones living with dementia. I talk about various scenarios and how we can balance freedom vs. safety for our loved ones who may no longer have capacity to make those decisions for themselves.
If you have any questions that arise from this episode, please feel free to send them through to me via Instagram @thetruthaboutageing, on Facebook @navigateagedcareau or via my website www.navigateagedcare.com.au. Dementia Australia is also a wonderful resource for carers - www.dementia.org.au.
Big love, Kate.