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Ever feel like guilt is the unwelcome guest on your caregiving journey? Trust me, you're not alone. From the chaos of momentary outbursts...

It was a challenging day, my soulmate lost in the confusion of dementia. To add to the difficulty, it was Valentine's Day. The irony...

Are you finding yourself thrust into the role of a caregiver for a loved one with dementia? It's okay if you feel overwhelmed or trapped...

As a caregiver for someone with dementia, you've likely encountered challenging situations that escalate into meltdowns, leaving you...

Have you had the pleasure of discovering Naomi Feil and the incredible impact she made on patient-centered care, especially for the...

It's 2:30 in the morning, and I'm wide awake, staring at the ceiling. The past week has been an absolute rollercoaster. My sweet husband...

When I reflect on technology, it often feels like a world of complexity that I'm not entirely familiar with—something distant from the...

Do you ever notice that your loved one seems lost in thought when you ask them something? Or do they sometimes keep doing something even...

As the final moments of 2023 unfold, you may be feeling the weariness from the whirlwind of holiday events and the strain of caregiving....

The air is filled with the spirit of Christmas, bustling with parties, gifts, reunions, and joyful gatherings. Amidst these heartwarming...

Sometimes, social isolation is silent. It hides behind the curtains of unoccupied park benches or in the gaze of those we seldom...

In our bustling lives, clutter, noise, and crowded spaces had woven themselves into our routines, often causing stress and fatigue. Yet,...

As the Thanksgiving season closes, my seasonal memories invariably turn to Mom and Joe. Remembering them navigating the labyrinth of...

Thanksgiving, a time synonymous with giving thanks, often feels elusive in the midst of caring for a loved one battling dementia. I've...

Today marked an intimate and insightful journey as I delved into the heart of "Dignity in Dementia End-of-Life Care." As someone who has...

Receiving the Changemaker Award 2023 has been an incredible honor, and I am deeply grateful to the Center for Health Design for...

I'm thrilled to announce that my book, Taming the Chaos of Dementia: A Caregiver's Guide to Interventions that Make a Difference, will be...

The bond between pets and individuals living with dementia can be incredibly powerful, offering emotional support and a sense of purpose...

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be an incredibly challenging journey. In my case, it was my husband – my partner in life and...

Recently I was featured on The Tonic, a podcast by Jamie Bussin, about communicating with someone suffering with dementia. Click here to...