![]() ![]() Reduce or avoid alcohol, caffeine and nicotine, which can all affect ability to sleep. ![]() If the person has trouble sleeping at night, it can be helpful to limit daytime naps.Talk to the physician about the best times of day for taking medication.Take a walk with the person to help reduce his or her restlessness.Try to identify activities that are soothing to the person, such as listening to calming music, looking at photographs or watching a favorite movie.Do not physically restrain the person it can make agitation worse.Adequate lighting may reduce the person’s confusion. Keep the home well lit in the evening.Offer a larger meal at lunch and keep the evening meal lighter.These distractions may add to the person’s confusion. Reduce stimulation during the evening hours (i.e., TV, doing chores, loud music, etc.).Make notes about what happens before sundowning events and try to identify triggers.When possible and appropriate, include walks or time outside in the sunlight.As much as possible, encourage a regular routine of waking up, meals and going to bed.Schedule activities such as doctor appointments, trips and bathing in the morning or early afternoon hours when the person living with dementia is more alert. Join ALZConnected, our online support community and message boards, and share what strategies have worked for you and get more ideas from other caregivers. Get plenty of rest so you’re less likely to exhibit unintended nonverbal behavior. ![]() Tips that may help manage sleep issues and sundowning
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