Add familiar touches

Before the move, make the person's new room or space look and feel as familiar as possible. Decorate the area with a favorite chair or other meaningful possessions. Familiar belongings can trigger feelings of connectedness and ownership, as well as boost the person's sense of security.

Stock the space with pictures of loved ones and friends or photo albums. Play favorite or familiar music. Reminiscing about the past can help a person with dementia bring reassuring memories into the present.