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I'm in my 3rd year of caring for my mom 24/7 in my home by myself. I work full time and she started with the toxic, unpredictable sundowning behavior 6 months ago. It worsened when it started getting dark earlier.
It was driving me crazy (in addition to everything else) but I found a way to get around it. Hopefully, it will help others.
I've bern too burned out to put up a Christmas tree for 4 years. I put up a large backdrop that covered the balcony window. Light still comes through the sides, but she cannot see when the the transition from light to dark takes place.. She will laugh, do puzzles, watch TV, color, etc.. without any of that sundowning behavior. I still have it up but recommend closing blinds, shades, curtains before the sun starts to set. It'll make a huge difference. 🤞🏼♥️

Interesting... this is opposite of what worked for my Aunt: we started putting all the lights on (full spectrum and bright) wherever she was (tv room, hall, pathways) before the daylight faded. But I guess closing the blinds so they can't see outside is also helpful.

Thanks for posting!
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