Does that sound familiar?
Every visit feels difficult.
You don't know what to say anymore.
You leave feeling guilty.
Your loved one reacts in ways you don't understand.
You're trying your best, but wondering if you're doing enough.
Dementia changes the way we connect with one another. It changes how we communicate, how we support each other, and how we understand the responses and reactions of the person we love.
It can make life feel unfamiliar and unpredictable, leaving families feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, helpless, or guilty.
With the right understanding and support, you can change that. Relationships and connections are still possible with dementia. Meaningful and joyful moments are still possible with dementia. They may look different, but they can still be significant.
Imagine this
When you're with your loved one, you feel calmer and more confident.
Not because they have become more predictable, or because you always know what to expect, but because you have the tools, knowledge, and support you need to respond to their changing needs.
As dementia progresses and new challenges arise, you feel more prepared to face them. The future may still feel uncertain, but it doesn't feel quite as frightening.
You've developed a deeper understanding of dementia and have ideas on how to respond to changing situations in ways that feel respectful of you, your loved one, and your relationship.
Dementia is still here. But the load feels a little more sustainable.
Would you like it to feel more sustainable?
My services at Dementia Partnered Care are built around this goal: helping you feel more prepared, and calm as you navigate the challenges of dementia.
As both a family member and a professional, I believe that connection, enjoyment, and meaningful moments are still possible, even in the later stages of dementia.
I've developed the knowledge and skills to feel more comfortable in situations that once felt difficult: when someone asks me to go home, when someone experiences hallucinations, when they refuse my help, or when my grandmother forgets who I am.
I've learned to look at every challenge with curiosity — seeking to understand an unmet need, finding a way to meet the person where they are, or simply creating a moment of connection. They may not remember that moment, but I will. And that matters too.
If you would like to find out more about how I can support you, book a free 30-minute call and let's start a conversation.
A chance for you to tell me what's happening with your loved one. We'll work out together what kind of support would be most helpful to you.
"I had the privilege of working closely with Florence when she was part of our Activities team in Memory Care, and I can say without hesitation that her work consistently went far beyond the job description. She has a rare ability to truly see people living with dementia—not just their diagnosis, but their humanity, emotions, and need for meaningful connection. [...]
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"Florence delivered a 30 minute masterclass for frontline homecare workers on how to adapt care to the visual changes that accompany dementia. Her practical and original content, matched with her knowledgeable yet engaging presentation style, made for a highly relevant and useful webinar which was very well received by those attending. Highly recommend."
Jayne Scarman, Nursebuddy
Dementia Partnered Care provides compassionate guidance and practical support to help you navigate the changes ahead while keeping connection at the heart of care.
For Families
- Workshops for Families and Professionals
This is the starting point I would suggest. With these workshops, you will gain more knowledge about dementia and have a starting point to come up with your own solution to your situation. - Dementia Support for Families
This service is for you, if you want us to talk specifically about your situation and what strategies you can use with your loved one.
For The Person Living With Dementia
- Dementia-Specialised Visits
This service is for you, if you wish your loved one had more one-to-one exchanges, yet you do not have the ability to provide them with that. - Individual Cognitive Stimulation
This service is for you, if you are looking for ways to connect with your loved one. This is an opportunity to meet in private and build a toolbox of activities you can use with your person, all while creating meaningful moments to look back on. - Group Cognitive Stimulation
This service is for you, if you are looking for ways to connect with your loved one, while both of you get to meet other peers. This is an opportunity to meet new people and build a toolbox of activities you can use with your teammate, all while creating meaningful moments to look back on.
A chance for you to tell me what's happening with your loved one. We'll work out together what kind of support would be most helpful to you.