Is there enough light?
Yes
No
In general, people with dementia need more light to see clearly. Increase light levels and use daylight where possible. It will help the person living with dementia to see well.
You may also think of leaving lights on at night so the person can find the bathroom.
Is there enough
contrast in colours?
Yes
No
Dementia can make it hard to see contrasts. For example, if there is a white plate
on a white table, people with dementia may have difficulty seeing the plate. A
coloured plate or tablecloth may help.
Is the person living with dementia wearing
their glasses?
Yes
No
Does the person living with dementia lose or misplace their glasses frequently? Encourage them to always put the glasses in the same spot to reduce frustration
over having to look for them. Sometimes a neck cord is also helpful in that case.
Are the glasses
still okay?
Yes
No
If the person living with dementia wears glasses, check whether they are clean and
still comfortable to wear. Are the glasses comfortable around the ears and nose?
Do you need to consult a doctor?
Yes
No
If the person living with dementia does not have glasses, but cannot see well anymore, consult a doctor.
If the person living with dementia wears glasses, check to see if the prescription is still accurate, or consult a doctor.
