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Hey! Today we're diving straight into some of the funniest, sweetest, and downright surprising things people with dementia have said. Let's roll with these heartwarming and silly stories - no heavy stuff, just good vibes.
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My mom, who has dementia, didn’t recognize my 6-foot-tall black stepsister. But she whispered to me, “I’m not sure who she is, but she’s definitely a queen. Totally royalty.”
Someone told me I could hide in their room because they’re from Germany, and I’m Jewish. Yeah... connect the dots.
I had a veteran dementia patient who thought I was his wife. He'd ask me to find his keys so we could take a ride in his sports car. Then he'd take me on 'air balloon' rides by literally sitting in a chair. Every day brought a new adventure, and I loved him for it!
Dementia can be tough, no doubt. But sometimes, it brings out these unexpected gems - funny, weird, and touching moments that remind us there's still light in there somewhere.
It’s all about understanding that dementia isn't just memory loss; it changes how people see the world. Sometimes, they mix up facts or create new stories, kind of like your brain playing a weird game of make-believe.
As the disease goes on, the usual filters people have - for saying things out loud - start to fade. And that’s when some of these real moments shine through.
When my grandma had dementia, she once offered to steal a rug for me. She said, “You like this rug? I’ll take it for you. Nobody will care.” The rug? My own living room rug. Classic grandma.
My mom, dealing with dementia, looked at family pictures on the wall and asked, “Who are all these ugly kids?” Ouch! Moms, right?
My grandpa thinks his care home is his workplace and that he’s the manager. They play along, but one day he told me, "I fired poor Elaine last week, but she keeps showing up, and I don’t have the heart to tell her."
This whole list was inspired by a viral story where a patient said something completely bonkers - talking about stuff from 1865! Obviously, they couldn’t have been there, so what’s up with that?
Experts call it "confabulation." It’s the brain’s way of filling in memory blanks with stories it makes up, but the person truly believes them. Think of it like your brain's own wild fanfiction.
They might pull bits from books, movies, or history, and mix them into their reality. That’s where the hilarious and baffling moments come from.
My very religious mom has dementia and once referred to a picture of Jesus as “whoever the heck THAT is.” Talk about a plot twist!
There was this lady with dementia who kept asking me where the party was and where all the men were. Always ready to have a good time!
My dementia patient was a farmer. He had a picture of his grandkids on his tractor but said, “That’s my tractor, but I don’t know who those freakin’ kids are.”
When your loved one says something totally off, the first thought is to correct them. But nope - experts say that just stresses everyone out. It’s like arguing about what you had for breakfast. Not fun, and not helpful.
So, the trick? Go with the flow. Listen, nod, and maybe gently steer the chat elsewhere. It keeps the peace and makes everyone feel good.
One lady with dementia wanted to teach me how to read. She said it was our secret and told me to come see her every night at 6:00. Spy stuff much?
My step-grandma with dementia used to call me “the one who likes to lay on her back.” FYI, I have five kids… not sure where she got that from!
My grandpa with dementia told my mom he went on a trip to China. She asked the nurse, and guess what? That day, a Chinese doctor was the specialist seeing him. Coincidence or magic?
Dementia also brings some pretty quirky behavior. Some folks hang on to favorite memories and live in that happy bubble, like believing it’s always their 18th birthday. Others might surprise you by dropping old grudges like racism as if their brain wiped the slate clean.
Sometimes, they don’t recognize family members anymore, but that can spark new and sweet ways to connect (yes, even if it’s through some hilarious gossip about their own kids!).
A dementia patient told me they wrote the Bible. I said, “You’re looking great for 3000+ years, but you’ve caused a lot of trouble!”
My grandpa with dementia was gossiping about me, saying how I got so fat! I asked if he was serious. He said, “Yes! You haven’t seen her? She’s HUGE!” Yep, caught red-handed.
I had a dementia patient who thought she was on a cruise. We’d have trivia on the 'lido deck,' and every few days she'd ask which country we were in. Cruise life at its finest!
Taking care of someone with dementia is no joke - it’s a tough job physically and emotionally. That’s why spotting these funny and heartwarming moments is more than just fun; it’s a lifeline.
Caregivers who embrace the laughs - even the odd ones - find a way to bond and keep spirits up. It’s love, laughter, and lots of patience rolled into one.
Got any funny or sweet dementia stories? Share away in the comments - we’re all ears!
My grandma with dementia didn’t recognize me and asked if I was German. When I said no, she said, “Thank god, that’s okay then.” She’s held a grudge against Germans since WWII - living history, folks!
Worked with a German lady who has dementia. Sometimes she speaks German, and when I say I don’t understand, she gets mad like, 'How do you not speak German? We went to school together!'
My dementia patient sees himself as the President of the United States. Commander-in-chief of the care home!
My grandma with Alzheimer's always complained to my mom about "those people downstairs" messing things up. Joke’s on her - we live downstairs!
One lady told me she was NOT watching the little boy all night whose parents probably just dropped him off. Spoiler: the boy was our young overnight tech, Tad, her assigned helper. Drama alert!
My grandpa with dementia told someone, “You don’t sweat that much for a fat person,” and truly thought it was a compliment. Grandpa’s own brand of charm!
I had a dementia patient who thought I was her Mexican housekeeper and kept calling me Maria. She always pointed at stuff and asked me to fix or clean it. Maria on call!
My dementia patient thinks I'm his wife and complains that the nursing staff does nothing. He’s the boss around here and wants them out!
My great-grandma thought I was the Meals on Wheels guy and every time I walked by she’d say, “Come in here young man and bring me my food.” Oh, the struggles of being sixth grade!
A dementia patient called me a witch and said I couldn’t be trusted around her baby doll. Trick or treat, anyone?
My Alzheimer’s patient ordered me to make her a burrito, or else she’d call border patrol. Burrito power plays, anyone?
My dementia patient asked if she could cut off my tattoo when I die because she wants to keep it. Said it’s ‘too pretty to go to waste.’ Now that’s loyalty!
My dementia patient told me I have to book an appointment with her - even though she was the one who actually made it. Calendar chaos!
My mom, who has dementia, watched a vampire horror movie once. She became convinced she’d been bitten and was about to turn into a vampire. Twilight, but with extra spook!
My grandma with dementia thought I was a robber when I came to see her after 6 years. Talk about awkward family reunions!
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