Shannon Pawley, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Owner, knows the challenges those providing care for loved ones with dementia face and offers helpful information to lovingly overcome the challenges.

DECATUR, GA, November 12, 2024: Shannon Pawley, Owner of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new article on the law firm’s website entitled “How Best to Protect a Loved One with Dementia When They Are Pushing You Away,” in which Ms. Pawley emphasizes the importance of remembering not to take the loved one’s behavior personally.

Pawley states, “Living with and caring for a loved one with dementia is challenging at best. I know from firsthand experience” She goes on to add, “often, when your loved one seems to be pushing you away, it can really test your fortitude.” According to Pawley, “When this kind of behavior happens, many family caregivers want to give up completely and start to talk about putting their loved one in a facility. However, depending on the situation,” Pawley states, “it’s highly likely there are loving ways to manage this kind of behavior while protecting your loved one in the comfort of home. The most important thing to remember is to not take their behavior personally. Remember your loved one is ill and their pushback, resistance, and other challenging behavior is a symptom of their condition.”

Pawley emphasizes, “Tried and true behavioral methods that, with practice, are easy to learn, can be very helpful in dealing with our loved ones with dementia. Second only to not taking things personally,” Pawley adds, “the best approach to take with your loved one is to remain calm. Many times, calmly validating their feelings, and then gently redirecting their attention to a more positive activity or interaction is all it takes to make them feel safe.” Pawley reiterates, “It’s important to keep in mind and to understand that your loved-one’s behavior is most often a result of confusion and fear related to their condition.” Pawley goes on to provide a list of behavioral tips that with practice can be very helpful in making the dementia patient feel safe.

The entire article can be read here: How Best to Protect a Loved One with Dementia When They Are Pushing You Away

About The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm

The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm was established to serve the legal needs of retiring citizens. The Firm focuses its entire practice on providing strategies to protect independence, privacy, assets and taxes from the government. Shannon Pawley has grown her law practice by providing excellent customer satisfaction with personalized wealth protection plans.

About Shannon M. Pawley, J.D., LL.M

Shannon is the Owner and CEO of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm. Originally from the Tidewater area of Virginia, she grew up in a close-knit family with a strong tradition of military service. She learned early on the importance of integrity, hard work, and giving back to her community. Her upbringing shaped her desire to make a positive impact and instilled a deep sense of responsibility to ensure that every individual is treated with respect and care.

Her passion for serving others took root during her junior year of high school, when she served as a U.S. House of Representatives Page during the 101st Congressional Session in Washington, D.C. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the power of diverse perspectives and the importance of advocating for those whose voices are often unheard. Inspired by the experience, Shannon decided to pursue a career in law, dedicated to guiding others through life’s most challenging moments.

Shannon’s educational journey led her to North Carolina Wesleyan College, where she earned her undergraduate degree, followed by a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law. She then specialized further, obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Wayne State University. Licensed to practice in both Michigan and Georgia, Shannon is also a VA Accredited Attorney, making her a formidable advocate for her clients.

Throughout her career, Shannon has been a fierce champion for clients from all walks of life, representing everyone from international corporations to single parents. She has always been driven by a profound belief that everyone deserves to have their rights and wishes honored, especially when they are most vulnerable. Whether advocating in the courtroom or guiding families through complex legal decisions, Shannon’s mission is clear: to protect the dignity and independence of every client she serves.

Her passion for advocacy goes beyond legal representation—it’s about ensuring that people’s voices are heard, even when they may not be able to speak for themselves. Shannon is deeply committed to helping her clients age with dignity, grace, and independence, working tirelessly to prepare them and their families for the complexities of aging. Her work is more than a profession; it is a calling to serve, empower, and uplift every individual and family she has the privilege to represent.