Dementia and Refusing Medications
Dementia & Families: A Balancing Act by Kelly A Bertenshaw, MA CCC SLP ECDCS
Episode notes
When a loved one with dementia refuses their medications, it can feel like an emergency. The risks are real, the pressure is immediate, and the instinct to push for compliance is strong. But in many cases, that resistance is not about defiance—it’s communication. In this episode, Kelly breaks down what’s really behind medication refusal in memory loss, and guides us through methods focusing on protecting both safety and dignity, offering a more effective way to navigate these moments without escalating conflict or damaging trust.
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Keywords
Memory LossdementiaAlzheimer's caregiving