If you’re having a challenging time making sure your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia is eating and drinking properly, here are some tips that may help.

1. Be patient.

Someone with Alzheimer’s can experience changes in their moods and behaviors that can affect their ability to eat and drink. They may wander, be easily distracted or apathetic toward meals and eating. Make sure you allow plenty of time for each meal and have your meals at the same time, in the same place, each day.