5 Surprising Reasons Your Loved One With Dementia Resists Help

Do you ever feel like no matter what you try, your loved one with dementia still refuses your help, gets upset, or acts in ways that make no sense? If your loved one constantly pushes back when you try to help — refusing to bathe, take medications, go to the doctor, or accept care — you're not alone. And no, it’s not always because they’re being “stubborn” or “difficult.” In this video, I’ll walk you through 5 lesser-known reasons why people with dementia resist help — and how each one can quietly shape their behavior. More importantly, I’ll show you what you can do to reduce the pushback and make care feel easier for both of you. 💡 Want more support? Join my live 5-day event Dementia Behavior Breakthroughs starting July 7. You’ll learn how to confidently respond to challenging behaviors — without burning out. Save your spot here: https://bit.ly/4dMmeQs 👉 Subscribe for weekly dementia caregiver tips—it’s FREE! And yes, NiKo gets a belly rub for every new subscriber. 🐶🐾 🗞️ Sign up for our FREE Dementia Dose newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/dementiadose-yt 🌐 More Careblazer Resources: 📖 Visit Our Website & Blog: https://careblazers.com 📷 Instagram:   / dementia_careblazers   📘 Facebook:   / dementiacareblazers   🎥 Watch These Helpful Playlists: ▶ Managing Stress & Burnout:    • DEMENTIA SELF-CARE AND SUPPORT   ▶ Dealing with Challenging Dementia Behaviors:    • DIFFICULT DEMENTIA BEHAVIORS AND WHAT TO DO   #Dementia #DementiaCare #DementiaSupport #CaregiverSupport #DementiaHelp #CaregivingTips #Alzheimers #VascularDementia #LewyBodyDementia #frontotemporaldementia -- This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for medical guidance. -- Hi, I’m Dr. Natali Edmonds, a board-certified geropsychologist specializing in dementia care. Careblazers started as an idea during a hiking trip—I wanted to create free, expert-led dementia education that caregivers could access from anywhere. Our mission? Make dementia caregiving easier. Whether your loved one has Alzheimer’s, frontotemporal, Lewy body, vascular, or mixed dementia, we believe that to create a dementia-friendly world, we must first create a caregiver-friendly world.