Explaining Dementia to Children – A Real Guide for Parents
Explaining dementia to children requires clear, simple language and patience to help them understand the condition in an honest and age-appropriate way. Two hours ago, I tried to explain to my five-year-old that her grandpa who sings old songs to her, is losing his memory. How do you explain dementia to a child without breaking your own heart a little? There’s no script for this. It’s messy and painful and absurd. One minute I’m using…