Marianne was tapped as an expert to share her thoughts for the article: “What Is Sundowning? Expert Advice To Calm Dementia Symptoms in the Evening.” with Woman’s World.
In the article Dr. Matzo helped explain how to help your loved one avoid agitation and confusion during the transition from day to night. She and other experts gave wonderful tips such as caregivers keeping a checklist for themselves to see what factors they can reduce as the sun is going down.
We talked at length about sundowning and what you can do about it in our S5E43 podcast, Sundowning: Understand The Causes, and Tips to Make it Better. Be sure to check out both the article and our podcast to learn the best ways to manage this phenomena.
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Wow – this is terrific. So many families caring for a loved one with dementia feel overwhelmed, especially when symptoms like sundowning begin to create confusion, agitation, and changes in behavior during the late afternoon and evening. That’s why clear communication and expert guidance are absolutely invaluable. In our article, Dr. Matzo explains practical ways caregivers can reduce evening agitation—such as identifying triggers, sticking to calming routines, and using a simple end-of-day checklist to prevent overstimulation as the sun begins to set. We also explored this topic in depth in our S5E43 podcast episode, “Sundowning: Understand the Causes, and Tips to Make It Better,” where Dr. Matzo and other dementia specialists share step-by-step strategies that truly help families navigate this challenging time of day. Together, the article and podcast give families the essential tools, confidence, and knowledge they need to better support a loved one with dementia at home. Also, for a complimentary resource, please see: https://www.7dayhomecare.com/7-proven-ways-to-manage-sundowning-in-dementia-patients