For those with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, the holiday season can be confusing, distressing, and overwhelming. At AAging Better In-Home Care, we’ve established some tried and true methods to help senior clients with dementia feel calmer and safer during the hectic pace and unpredictable nature of the holidays: Stretch out the celebration. Rather than opening a pile of gifts at once, try just one or two at a time for a more low-key approach. Keep it small.