Using Good Moments with Dementia Patients

How to Recognise and Make the Most of Windows of Clarity in Lewy Body Dementia

One moment, everything feels almost normal. The person follows the conversation, responds clearly, seems present.

Then, a short time later, they seem distant, confused, or unable to engage. You may think: “What just happened?”

What Is Happening in the Person

In Lewy Body Dementia, attention and alertness can fluctuate. This means the person may:

Shift betwe…