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Dementia and Driving: A Caregiver's Guide to Managing Transportation

Dementia and Driving: A Caregiver's Guide to Managing Transportation

Carlyn Lenfestey
When dementia makes driving unsafe, caregivers often face the heavy responsibility of figuring out transportation. This guide explores why giving up the keys is such an emotional change, what it means for caregivers, and practical solutions, from weekly planning to ride services like GoGoGrandparent, Uber’s phone line, and community programs.
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Calmer Meals in 5 Days: The Next Step to Nourishing and Peaceful Mealtimes in Dementia Care

Calmer Meals in 5 Days: The Next Step to Nourishing and Peaceful Mealtimes in Dementia Care

Carlyn Lenfestey
Caring for someone with dementia often means mealtimes feel overwhelming, frustrating, or unpredictable. Appetite changes, swallowing challenges, and constant adjustments can leave you wondering if you’re doing enough. That’s why I created Calmer Meals in 5 Days, a simple step-by-step email course designed to help caregivers build calmer, more nourishing mealtime routines. In just five days, you’ll learn practical strategies, get printable tools, and feel more confident supporting the person you care for at the table.
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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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