**“I Want to Go Home” — When Mom Is Already Home | Dementia Caregiving**

**“I Want to Go Home” — When Mom Is Already Home | Dementia Caregiving** What do you do when someone living with dementia says, "I want to go home," even though they're already sitting in the house they've lived in for 40 years? For family caregivers, this can be confusing, frustrating, and heartbreaking. But sometimes, when someone with dementia asks to go home, they're not looking for a particular house. They're looking for a feeling of safety, comfort, and familiarity. In this First Step Short, Paul Copeland, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Certified Senior Advisor, explains why correcting someone with dementia may increase their distress and how understanding the emotions behind their words can help you respond with compassion. **Remember: Sometimes the best response isn't giving someone the right answer. It's helping them feel understood.** Subscribe to First Step for practical guidance on dementia, caregiving, Medicare, and navigating aging. And remember, you don't have to walk this path alone. We can take the first step together. #Dementia #DementiaCare #Alzheimers #CaregiverSupport #FamilyCaregiver #DementiaAwareness #FirstStep #Shorts