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<\/a><\/p>\nComfort is ultimately the most \u00a0important factor during late-stage Alzheimer’s<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n By Chris Berry<\/p>\n During the late-stages of Alzheimer\u2019s<\/strong> communication becomes a major issue. Even when you talk slowly and calmly, it is common for the person suffering from late-stage Alzheimer\u2019s<\/strong> to not understand what you are saying. Despite not understanding what you say, they will be able to \u201cfeel\u201d sentimental acts like a massage, brushing their hair, a hug, or other pleasurable touching.<\/p>\n (Related:\u00a0Alzheimer’s Disease and the Case For Copper<\/a>)<\/p>\n Be attentive to expressions like a frown, or grimace or groan because they can still feel pain. Many months of caregiving will enable you to better sense when they feel pain, and how to best avoid it.<\/p>\n Eating also becomes extremely difficult during late-stage Alzheimer\u2019s<\/strong>. Believe it or not, people in these stages can eventually forget how to swallow. Knowing this, try softer, pureed foods. Milkshakes and smoothies are a great solution. Always allow them to (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Comfort is ultimately the most \u00a0important factor during late-stage Alzheimer’s By Chris Berry During the late-stages of Alzheimer\u2019s communication becomes a major issue. Even when you talk slowly and calmly, it is common for the person suffering from late-stage Alzheimer\u2019s…<\/span><\/p>\n