27/08/2025
Working with people after a stroke is already a huge challenge. When dementia is also present, the journey becomes even harder. Dementia can make it difficult for someone to understand what I’m asking, which means I need to break everything down into very simple steps.
It’s not only about exercises—it’s about patience, empathy, and making the person feel safe and comfortable so they can give their best.
Often, the biggest struggle is not just for the individual, but for their family. Supporting a loved one through recovery takes incredible strength and resilience.
This week, I felt so proud of one of my clients. A woman who has been working so hard after her stroke managed to sit-to-stand around 10 times using only the Return standing device, with almost no support from me. She may not even realise what she achieved — but she was calm, felt safe enough to follow my lead, and that in itself is progress. The joy on her husband’s face watching her succeed said it all. 💕
These are the moments that remind me why I love what I do.