Jul 29, 2020
As a person’s dementia progresses, they will need more help with
everyday activities such as washing and bathing. For most adults,
washing is a personal and private activity so it can be hard to
adjust to this change. When you are helping someone with dementia
to wash, it is important to be sensitive, tactful and to respect
their dignity.
This text looks at some of the reasons why washing and bathing can
become difficult for people with dementia and offers practical tips
for helping a person to wash.