Handout

Ambiguous Loss and Dementia

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Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

OTSLP

Diagnosis:

Caregiver SupportsDementia

This handout introduces the concept of ambiguous loss in dementia and offers families practical rituals to honor grief while their loved one is still alive. Therapists can use it to validate caregiver emotions, reduce isolation, and guide families toward meaningful connection in the face of change. This printable handout is for occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists working with adult patients, covering Caregiver Supports and Dementia. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

  • How can I help families cope with ongoing grief?
  • What is ambiguous loss in dementia and how do I explain it?
  • How do I support caregivers grieving dementia-related changes?

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