Caring for the Elderly highlights many unique and difficult issues for nurses and caregivers, such as separation, illness, loneliness, death and coping. provide ongoing care (Morrissey et al, 1997). This essay discusses the care strategies provided to an elderly person with dementia during my recent clinical placement. Discussions will focus on the normal process of aging taking into account relevant biological, sociological and physiological perspectives and the impact this has had on that individual's life experience. The Ropers model is used as the framework within which the cae is delivered. Other related issues to consider include the role of informal carers and the impact this has had on him. Confidentiality is maintained in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct 2010. Thus, a pseudonym (Scot) is adopted where the client's name is mentioned. Scot is a 70-year-old man with a long history of psychosis. Recently, he was diagnosed with dementia. He had been well managed on quiatiapine until he stopped taking the drug and his psychosis worsened. And due to his declining mental state, he also denied access to his caregiver (his wife) and was at risk of neglecting himself. Dementia is a disorder manifested by multiple cognitive defects, such as memory impairment, aphasia, apraxia, and disruption in occupational or social functioning, Howcroft (2004). Impaired executive functioning also manifests as loss of the ability to think abstractly, difficulty completing tasks, and avoiding situations that involve processing information. Scot suffers from Alzheimer's disease, a type of dementia that affects brain cells and the brain's nerve transmitters, which carry instructions in the brain. Middle of paper ......is the state of health and how it can reduce feelings of anxiety, tension and loss of control resulting from the impact of Scottish deterioration. At the end of my placement, assessments showed that although there were no significant changes in the Scot's mental and physical state, it is also imperative to note that he was well supported and maintained to carry out some of life's daily activities. As Scots' care plan continues to be revised, there is also ongoing support and educational programs for his wife that will enable her to effectively care for Scot. Having gained experience working with older people, I understood that whenever you care for someone, especially an older person, you need to take a holistic view of their physiological, psychological and social in order to provide effective and continuous care..