Marie Marley is the award-winning author of Come Back Early Today: A Memoir of Love, Alzheimer's and Joy. Her website contains a wealth of information for Alzheimer's caregivers.
www.ComeBackEarlyToday.com
When relating to a person with Alzheimer's there are many guidelines to follow.
five basic ones:
1) Don't tell them they are wrong about something,
2) Don't argue with them,
3) Don't ask if they remember something,
4) Don't remind them that their spouse, parent or other loved one is dead
5) Don't bring up topics that may upset them.