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The Heartbreak of Unrecognized Love
Caregiving is an act of profound love and devotion, but it can also be a journey filled with heartbreaking moments. One of the most...
Barbara Huelat
Oct 6, 20233 min read


Navigating Food Fights: Helping Our Loved Ones with Dementia Enjoy Meals
Caring for someone with dementia is a journey filled with ups and downs. Among the challenges we face as caregivers, one that truly tugs...
Barbara Huelat
Sep 29, 20233 min read


Finding Light in Dementia's Shadows: A Personal Journey with Visual Art Interventions
Dementia is a relentless adversary, affecting not only those who bear its burden but also their families. In my quest for solutions, I...
Barbara Huelat
Sep 23, 20233 min read


Today is National Alzheimer's Day
Today, on National Alzheimer's Day, I find myself reflecting on a deeply personal journey – my role as a caregiver for my beloved husband...
Barbara Huelat
Sep 21, 20232 min read


Finding Joy and Connection Through the Creative Arts in Dementia Care
Caring for a loved one with dementia is an emotional journey filled with ups and downs. It's a path marked by moments of confusion,...
Barbara Huelat
Sep 18, 20233 min read


A Personal Story of Coping with Paranoid Behavior in a Loved One
Dementia, a condition that affects the brain, can give rise to a variety of symptoms, including paranoia. Paranoia involves a feeling of...
Barbara Huelat
Sep 8, 20233 min read


Mom's Journey with Dementia: The Story of Time-Slips and Finding Home
My mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in her late 70s. It shocked us all, as she had always been active and independent. The...
Barbara Huelat
Sep 1, 20233 min read


Klynka's Story: How I Helped My Human with Dementia
We got our little dog Klynka when my husband, Joe, was still healthy. Klynka would often go to the office with us. She was a great...
Barbara Huelat
Aug 25, 20233 min read


The Power of Kindness: How We Can Help People with Dementia
Dementia is a growing epidemic. It is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, and it is estimated that by 2050,...
Barbara Huelat
Aug 18, 20233 min read


Things I Wish I Knew as a Dementia Caregiver
When I first became a caregiver for my grandmother, my mother, and finally my late husband Joe. I had no idea what I was getting into. I...
Barbara Huelat
Aug 11, 20234 min read


Finding a Happy Place for People with Dementia
Dementia is a progressive brain disorder that can cause memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with thinking and problem-solving. It can...
Barbara Huelat
Aug 4, 20233 min read


The Happy Place: A Dementia Caregiver's Refuge
The term "Happy Place" has been trending recently for several reasons. First, it is a popular term used on social media. People often use...
Barbara Huelat
Jul 28, 20233 min read


Dementia: A Journey Through the Stages
Dementia is a general term for loss of cognitive function severe enough to interfere with daily life. It is caused by damage to brain...
Barbara Huelat
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Don't Stop Livin': 7 Tips for Aging with Style and Substance
Aging is a natural part of life, but it doesn't mean that you must give up on your health and vitality. There are many things you can do...
Barbara Huelat
Jul 14, 20233 min read


Hearing Loss and Dementia: What's the Connection?
Hearing loss is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including age,...
Barbara Huelat
Jul 7, 20232 min read


My Teachers on My Dementia Journey
Learning how to care for a loved one with dementia is not an easy task. It is a gradual process, and the symptoms can be subtle at first....
Barbara Huelat
Jun 30, 20232 min read


Lost Memories, Lost Lives: Understanding the Global Impact of Dementia
Dementia is a devastating disease that affects millions of people around the world. It robs individuals of their memories, their...
Barbara Huelat
Jun 23, 20234 min read


Don't Ignore These Symptoms of Dementia
Dementia is a brain disorder that causes memory loss and other cognitive decline. It can affect people of all ages, but it is most common...
Barbara Huelat
Jun 16, 20232 min read


The Importance of Environmental Interventions in Dementia Care
Dementia is a progressive brain disorder that causes memory loss and other cognitive decline. There is no cure for dementia, but there...
Barbara Huelat
Jun 4, 20231 min read


Shelves of Memories: Understanding Dementia through the Bookcase Metaphor
Dementias are complex diseases to understand. I have found the “Bookcase Analogy” as a helpful metaphor for explaining dementia. Imagine...
Barbara Huelat
May 26, 20232 min read
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