Sundowning and Overnight Confusion in Dementia
Sundowning and Overnight Confusion in Dementia Sherita Newbern Date: June13, 2026 Sundowning and overnight confusion can make dementia care feel especially hard after dark. A loved one may seem more anxious, restless, suspicious, confused, or difficult to redirect in the evening or overnight. For Indianapolis families, understanding what may be happening can make it easier […]
What Is Sundowning, and When Should Families Consider Extra Overnight Support?
What Is Sundowning, and When Should Families Consider Extra Overnight Support? Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 Sundowning can make evenings and nights feel overwhelming for families caring for someone with dementia. A loved one may become more confused, anxious, restless, or difficult to reassure as the day turns into night. While Nana Cares does […]
Why Does My Loved One with Dementia Wander or Pace at Night?
Why Does My Loved One with Dementia Wander or Pace at Night? Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 When a loved one with dementia wanders or paces at night, the whole household can feel on edge. You may worry they will fall, leave the home, become lost, or become more upset if you try to […]
What Should I Do If My Parent with Dementia Keeps Getting Up to Use the Bathroom at Night?
What Should I Do If My Parent with Dementia Keeps Getting Up to Use the Bathroom at Night? Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 When a parent with dementia keeps getting up to use the bathroom at night, families may worry about falls, confusion, toileting accidents, and lost sleep. The bathroom may only be a […]
How Can Families Make Overnight Safer for a Parent with Dementia at Home?
How Can Families Make Overnight Safer for a Parent with Dementia at Home? Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 When a parent with dementia wakes at night, the home can suddenly feel more risky. They may forget where the bathroom is, walk without support, feel afraid in the dark, or try to leave the house. […]
How Can Families Respond When a Parent with Dementia Is Anxious at Night?
How Can Families Respond When a Parent with Dementia Is Anxious at Night? Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 When a parent with dementia becomes anxious at night, it can be heartbreaking and exhausting. They may ask the same question repeatedly, call out, become afraid of being alone, or seem convinced they need to go […]
Overnight Safety for Dementia Patients at Home
Overnight Safety for Dementia Patients at Home Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 Overnight safety for dementia patients at home becomes more important when a loved one wakes often, wanders, uses the bathroom, feels anxious, or becomes disoriented after dark. For many Indianapolis families, the night is when caregiving feels most stressful. A safer nighttime […]
Can Overnight Home Care Help Families Caring for Someone with Dementia?
Can Overnight Home Care Help Families Caring for Someone with Dementia? Sherita Newbern Date: June 13, 2026 Caring for someone with dementia can become much harder at night. A loved one may wake often, feel confused, pace through the home, ask repeated questions, or need help getting to the bathroom. For family caregivers in Indianapolis, […]
Is Respite Care Worth It If I Feel Guilty Leaving My Parent With Someone Else?
Is Respite Care Worth It If I Feel Guilty Leaving My Parent With Someone Else? Sherita Newbern Date: May 23, 2026 Feeling guilty about respite care does not mean you are making the wrong decision. It often means you love your parent, care deeply about their comfort, and want to be sure they feel safe. […]
How Do I Get Help If I Am the Only Caregiver for My Elderly Parent?
How Do I Get Help If I Am the Only Caregiver for My Elderly Parent? Sherita Newbern Date: May 23, 2026 Being the only caregiver for an elderly parent can feel lonely, heavy, and constant. You may be handling meals, bathing, toileting, appointments, errands, transportation, medication reminders, supervision, and emotional support without a reliable backup. […]