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Dementia and Behaviors

Emotional Regulation and Dementia: Why Hard Moments Are Not Your Fault

Emotional Regulation and Dementia: Why Hard Moments Are Not Your Fault
Aggression, repeating questions, and refusing care can leave caregivers feeling exhausted and on edge. When these moments escalate, it is easy to blame yourself or try harder to explain and correct. This post explores emotional regulation in dementia, why these behaviors are not personal, and how understanding function can help caregivers respond with less stress and more steadiness.


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Sensory Overload in Dementia: Why Everyday Tasks Suddenly Become So Hard

Sensory Overload in Dementia: Why Everyday Tasks Suddenly Become So Hard
Some days in dementia care feel harder for no clear reason. When the sensory system is overwhelmed, function can fall apart. This post explains why everyday tasks suddenly become so difficult and how understanding sensory overload can help caregivers respond with more clarity and less self blame.


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Why Dementia Behaviors Make Sense When You Understand Function

Why Dementia Behaviors Make Sense When You Understand Function
When someone you care for begins resisting help, repeating questions, or acting in ways that feel out of character, it can leave you wondering what went wrong. Dementia behaviors often make more sense when you understand how changes in function shape daily life, communication, and cooperation.


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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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