This is normally used to assist dementia patients suffering from extreme memory loss.
Elderly dementia patients need consistency of care and location.
The study encompassed 1,203 dementia patients in 88 districts.
By contrast, tube feeding can cause suffering in dementia patients.
For elderly dementia patients, hands on interactions with the animal are the most important aspect.
In 1984, it was inconceivable that a dementia patient could improve on a short or long term basis.
It was also identified by staff to be a fun and interesting activity to do with dementia patients.
In South Korea, thousands of people, including children, are being trained to help care for dementia patients.
Society should also give assistance and financial help to those who look after dementia patients at home.
The survey did not measure the total number of Alzheimer's and dementia patients.