When Words Fade: A Visual and Behavioral Guide for Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers and Clinician

When Words Fade: A Visual and Behavioral Guide for Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers and Clinicians
By BCBA Yoandra Gomez Uncu

When language begins to disappear, behavior becomes the voice.

When Words Fade is a groundbreaking guide that blends Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), visual supports, and compassionate caregiving to help families and professionals navigate the complexities of Alzheimer's and dementia. Written by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a background in medicine and psychology, this book offers practical, dignity-preserving tools that honor the person behind the diagnosis.

Through easy-to-understand language, rich visuals, and real-life examples, readers will learn how to:

• Interpret behavior as a form of communication

• Use visual systems to reduce confusion and distress

• Maintain routines and structure to promote calm and dignity

• Support emotional needs and prevent caregiver burnout

• Apply ethical, individualized ABA strategies in memory care

More than a manual, this is a heart-centered resource for anyone supporting a loved one or client when words are no longer enough.