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How to Redirect Someone with Dementia: Gentle Techniques and Tips

According to the Alzheimer's Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia. A key skill for caregivers is knowing **how do you redirect someone with dementia** when they become agitated, confused, or fixated on a repetitive thought or action. Instead of using logic or confrontation, successful redirection involves steering the person's focus toward something calming and positive.