My mom, who has moderate dementia, has started getting up, occasionally, in the middle of the night, thinking it is morning. I have placed a card with 7:00 printed on it, so she can see the 7 and compare it with the clock in her room. I have suggested she not get up unless her clock has a 7 as the first number. This seems to be beyond her comprehension and the fact that it is dark outside during the night means nothing to her. Does anyone have a suggestion how I can help her with this? Thank you.
People tell kids when the Moon is showing stay in bed. Once the Sun is showing you can get up. Just a thought!
I like Nancy's idea of a talking watch, IF your mother would remember to consult it. (My husband would not have, at the time this was a problem.)
I know what a drain it is to be awakened in the middle of the night, but if it is only happening occasionally, maybe just gently getting her back to bed is the best you can do. If it becomes more frequent, talk to her doctor about it.
Good luck!