Oh dear apparently my mother is getting territorial and being mean at her assisted living home.

I specialized in dementia care when I worked with the elderly. Sundowning, or rage and temper fits at sundown, are normal. Anger is one of the few emotions that brings them satisfaction especially with people they recognize...inspiring anger, as well.

Poor thing, it's so rough losing your independence and being stuck somewhere that's not your own home.

It's not easy getting older and losing their independence.

{@deepblacknothingness] sorry that is the case perhaps the mood swings could indicate there are other things going on with her and need investigating . if it just a case of her marking her territory and throwing her weight perhaps she needs sitting down and talking to . on the basis it is a residential home and there is more than her and she needs too be tolerant and respect other residents

That sometimes happens with elderly people.

I am sorry. That has to be sad for all involved.

Took her table did they?

Sounds like she's in the process of adjustment and staking out her claim. The others better not mess with her, or else!

My mother worked at an assisted living center for several years and said this is common. Things should calm down after a while.

Make sure she has adequate hydration. Very common malady in older folks. Throws chemistry off.

Good for her. They need to know the rules.