Communication Tips directly from Individuals with Early Memory Loss
- Speak with a smile, so I know that you care
- If you are tense, remember I feel your tension too
- A smile takes away tension and helps put me at ease
- Use language I understand – keep it simple, no jargon or slang
- Slow down your speech
- Keep it short and to the point, one idea at a time
- Be clear and concise
- Let me take the time to think through what you said to me.
- Remember it takes time to think through the meaning of words
- Let me set the pace of the conversation
- Let me be the leader in the conversation – give me charge of the conversation
- Make sure you have my attention
- Pause once you say your thoughts
- Pause so I can say my thoughts
- Pause so I can say my thoughts
- Give me time to find the words and to say my thoughts
Belinda Battistelli
Eldercare Advisor
A Place For Mom, Inc.
Belinda Battistelli
Eldercare Advisor
A Place For Mom