Afternoons With Dementia: Understanding Sundowning

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Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging with Wendy Jones

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Tuesday, August 26, 2025

On this episode of Next Steps 4 Seniors: Conversations on Aging, Wendy Jones is joined by Erica Ancel to unpack the reality of sundowning:

1. Why it happens in the late afternoon and evening

1. How dementia and the body’s natural rhythms are connected Signs caregivers should look for before the symptoms escalate

3. Practical strategies to bring comfort and peace — for seniors and caregivers

4. Erica shares both professional insight and heartfelt understanding of how to navigate this daily struggle, reminding us that while dementia may change routines, it doesn’t erase the person we love.

 Tune in to gain tools, perspective, and encouragement as you walk this journey.

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