Managing Sundowning During the Holidays

In this final episode of our holiday series, Host Dawn Platt shares essential strategies for navigating sundowning behaviors and sensory overwhelm during festive gatherings. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, Dawn offers practical insights on reading behavioral triggers, creating calming environments, and timing celebrations to align with natural energy patterns. She thoughtfully addresses the complex emotions many caregivers face during the holidays, from processing grief to embracing imperfect moments. Whether you're experiencing your first holiday season on the dementia journey or adapting to new changes, this episode provides compassionate guidance for making celebrations more peaceful while honoring both past traditions and present realities.