\u200bSundowning syndrome can be difficult to manage. If your loved one is experiencing Alzheimer\u2019s disease or dementia and they have sundowning syndrome, they need someone to help care for them. They may experience behaviors later in the day or even into the night. Keep in mind that this isn\u2019t their fault. Sundowning is often made worse by hunger, thirst, depression, tiredness, and other things. There are some things you and their elder care providers can do to help them manage the symptoms of this syndrome.<\/p>\n
Make Sure the Lighting is Right<\/strong><\/p>\n Sundowning usually is made worse if the environment is too dark. Many times this is caused by the sleep cycle changes that happen because of Alzheimer\u2019s disease or dementia. If you need to help care for someone who has these disorders, be sure each room is properly lit. This might include having nightlights in each room during the nighttime.<\/p>\n