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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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When They Don’t Want to Eat: How to Handle Appetite Loss in Dementia

  • Jul 7, 2025 06:49 AM Central
  • Carlyn Lenfestey
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When They Don’t Want to Eat: How to Handle Appetite Loss in Dementia
A warm, honest guide for caregivers dealing with dementia-related appetite loss. We’ll talk about what’s happening, what can help, and how to keep mealtimes gentle, flexible, and full of care.
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Brain-Friendly Grocery Shopping: A MIND Diet List for Caregivers

Brain-Friendly Grocery Shopping: A MIND Diet List for Caregivers
Brain-Friendly Grocery Shopping: Simplify your MIND Diet routine with a caregiver-focused grocery guide, complete with smart tips and a free downloadable checklist to make shopping less stressful.
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The MIND Diet: What to Eat to Protect the Brain

The MIND Diet: What to Eat to Protect the Brain
Eating well is one of the most powerful ways to protect brain health. The MIND Diet, a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets, offers simple, science-backed guidance for caregivers and loved ones. Learn what to eat, what to limit, and how to take small steps toward better cognitive health.
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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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