Description

Practical words for everyday caregiving moments

You want to help. But in the middle of a repeated question, an accusation or a difficult care moment, it can be hard to find the words.

What to Say Instead gives you a simple place to start: 20 printable cards with familiar situations, wording to avoid, two phrases to try and one practical next step. Keep the cards nearby so you can practice a calmer, more respectful response without searching through a long guide.

Inside you will find support for repeated questions, wanting to go home, missing belongings, asking for a parent who has died, not recognizing loved ones, bathing, dressing, toileting, meals, drinks, medication refusal, independence, word-finding, different memories, wanting to go to work, driving concerns, evening restlessness, hallucinations, anger and repairing after a tense moment.

Download your cards and choose one conversation to approach differently today.