**Sadly, some elderly people lose a considerable amount of their ability to reason. This often becomes worse, as they age. I've seen this with my mother over the last decade or so. I challenge her whenever I can, as research suggests that challenging the elerly is the best approach to keep their brains operating at optimum. Just recently, I purchased a new printer for my mother. Whilst I looked on, I insisted that she should install the printer. She did so, quite successfully. Not only do such activities assist with her brain, but she felt a sense of accomplishment, when she finished the job. I will always assist my mother, when she needs help, but I will not 'molly-coddle' her.
-- Trevor Wilson
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