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Safely Navigating Swallowing Challenges in Dementia: When to Seek Speech Therapy Help

Safely Navigating Swallowing Challenges in Dementia: When to Seek Speech Therapy Help

Swallowing changes in dementia can be frightening, but with the right professional support and adaptive strategies, you can help the person you care for eat and drink more safely. Learn the signs of dysphagia, how speech therapy can help, and how to balance safety with dignity at the table.
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Small Meals, Big Impact: A Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia-Friendly Nutrition

Small Meals, Big Impact: A Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia-Friendly Nutrition
When mealtimes become stressful or skipped entirely, offering smaller, frequent meals can support nutrition, cognition, and enjoyment for someone living with dementia. This post explains why mini-meals matter and offers simple tips to make mealtime easier and more nourishing.

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Simple Meal Planning for Dementia Caregivers: Batch Cooking, Freezer Meals, and Rotating Menus

Simple Meal Planning for Dementia Caregivers: Batch Cooking, Freezer Meals, and Rotating Menus

Discover a caring, stress-free approach to meal planning for dementia care. Learn how to batch cook, freeze meals, and rotate meals with color and texture, plus a dementia-friendly recipe and Amazon tools to simplify your week.


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Hydration Helper Hacks: Creative Ways to Keep Your Person with Dementia Hydrated

Hydration Helper Hacks: Creative Ways to Keep Your Person with Dementia Hydrated
Discover practical hydration strategies for dementia caregivers, from flavored drinks and adaptive cups to creative snacks like Jelly Drops.
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What to Limit in a Dementia Diet (And When It Matters)

What to Limit in a Dementia Diet (And When It Matters)
Learn which foods to limit in a dementia diet and why it matters. Simple swaps and real-life tips to help you support brain health without stress.
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Meet Carlyn Lenfestey

Carlyn is a dedicated physical therapist with over 20 years of experience, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences and a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of New England. For more than a decade, she has been a Certified Dementia Care Practitioner and Trainer. Her journey into dementia care began when her grandfather was diagnosed, and she watched her grandmother take on the role of caregiver. Over the years, as her remaining three grandparents were also diagnosed, Carlyn developed a deep commitment to helping caregivers.

Having cared for countless patients with dementia, Carlyn understands the struggles both personal and professional caregivers face. She has provided training and support to both groups, ensuring that caregivers are knowledgeable, equipped, and empowered. Driven by the belief that people with dementia deserve lives filled with joy and purpose, Carlyn is passionate about creating a better way to care for and support both individuals with dementia and those who care for them.


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