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How to Engage Family and Friends in Dementia Care: A Holiday Guide

How to Engage Family and Friends in Dementia Care: A Holiday Guide
The holiday season offers a unique opportunity to involve family and friends in dementia care. From sharing responsibilities to creating meaningful connections, this guide provides practical tips to educate, engage, and empower loved ones while celebrating the holidays together. Learn how to foster joy, reduce stress, and create lasting memories with your caregiving team.
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Creating Holiday Traditions That Work for Someone Living with Dementia

Creating Holiday Traditions That Work for Someone Living with Dementia
The holiday season is often filled with traditions and celebrations, but for caregivers supporting someone living with dementia, it can feel challenging to maintain the festive spirit. By simplifying and adapting traditions, you can create a holiday experience that brings joy, comfort, and meaningful connection. From familiar activities like baking and decorating to sensory-friendly adjustments, this guide offers practical tips to ensure the season remains a cherished time for both you and the person you care for.

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Embracing the Holidays: Making Travel with Someone Living with Dementia Easier and More Joyful

Embracing the Holidays: Making Travel with Someone Living with Dementia Easier and More Joyful
Navigating Holiday Travel with Someone Living with Dementia
The holidays are a time for connection and creating cherished memories, but traveling with someone living with dementia can bring unique challenges. With thoughtful preparation, you can ensure a safe, comfortable journey that keeps the holiday spirit alive. From simplifying travel plans to packing familiar comforts, this guide offers practical, empathetic tips to help you embrace the season with confidence and joy.

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Supporting Caregivers Through the Holidays

Supporting Caregivers Through the Holidays
The holiday season can bring both joy and challenges for caregivers of those with dementia. From adapting traditions to managing routines, this guide offers practical tips to reduce stress and create meaningful connections. Discover how to embrace self-care, simplify festivities, and navigate the season with confidence and compassion.
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Establish a Routine: Creating Stability in Dementia Care

 Establish a Routine: Creating Stability in Dementia Care
Caring for someone with dementia is no easy task, but establishing a daily routine can be a game-changer. Routines bring structure, reduce stress, and create a more predictable day for both you and the person you care for. In this guide, we’ll explore how to build a routine that fits your needs, what to include, and how it can transform your caregiving journey.
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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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