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I was so young when dad got dementia that everything moved too quickly.He started to change and it felt like everyday we...
11/20/2025

I was so young when dad got dementia that everything moved too quickly.

He started to change and it felt like everyday we were losing something - a new word he couldn’t remember, a motor skill he was losing.

In the middle of it all, I started to focus on what we still had and that then switched into what we were gaining.

As a rancher, dad was always working…he’d be gone for months at a time, tending to remote lands out in the wild. Like a Shepard tending to his sheep and his family. 🤠 🐎

His dementia brought him close to us. He now needed us more than ever and gave us silly ridiculous moments like these.

It’s so easy to focus on the loss, but make space for the gains.

Make space for silly moments and grab that camera and take the pictures to have to look back to later.

I don’t know that if he hadn’t gotten sick that I would have taken these pictures. Dementia made me see each moment and want to savor it and document it and I’m grateful for that.

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Still can't get over that I got to meet you in person!!! Dream come true!! Thanks for being such a sweetheart!!
11/20/2025

Still can't get over that I got to meet you in person!!! Dream come true!! Thanks for being such a sweetheart!!

11/19/2025

I used to think asking for help meant I wasn’t strong enough, or like I was putting my problems on someone else.

But the truth is… it’s the only way caregiving can be sustainable.

These are the three steps I learned to lean on whenever guilt tried to get in the way:

Step 1: Admit you need help...even if it’s just to yourself.
Step 2: Make it sustainable by letting people show up for you.
Step 3: Be specific and ask clearly. People want to show up… they just need clear direction.

It always shocked me how the little things like a phone call with a friend to vent were more than enough to recharge me and calm me down on the most overwhelming days. Small things can go a very long way.

Save this for the days asking feels heavy & share it with someone who needs the reminder too.

11/18/2025

The holidays come with a lot of pressure — especially when your loved one is in a care home.

We all want things to feel “normal,” and I remember feeling that way with my dad, too. We never imagined he wouldn’t be home for the big holidays, but eventually, staying in his care home was what kept him calm and comfortable. So we adjusted and celebrated with him there.
We brought him a delicious meal and had moments together in the care home instead.

There’s no right or wrong choice. Some people do well with a visit home; others feel safer where they are. What matters is listening to what’s best for your loved one and for you.

It’s okay if things look different this year.
It’s okay to choose whatever brings the most comfort and ease.
You’re not failing, you're adjusting.

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Hosting Thanksgiving when someone you love is living with dementia can feel tender and a little overwhelming… but small ...
11/17/2025

Hosting Thanksgiving when someone you love is living with dementia can feel tender and a little overwhelming… but small adjustments truly make the day so much easier. 💙

I put together this simple Dementia-Friendly Thanksgiving Checklist — the things that helped me the most when I hosted with my dad.
From keeping routines steady to preparing family ahead of time, these little moments of care add up to so much comfort.

If you’re opening your home this year, I hope this helps bring a little more calm, a little more confidence, and a whole lot more connection to your table. 🦃✨

Save this to use on the big day — and share it with someone who might need it too. 💙

11/16/2025

I’ve learned the hard way that the real “cost” of caregiving isn’t measured in dollars. It’s the hours of sleep you lose, the energy you pour out without thinking, the tiny pieces of yourself you give away day after day.

And that’s why protecting your peace isn’t selfish — it’s survival.
Your calm, your rest, your boundaries… those are priceless. 💙

11/15/2025

Myth or Fact: “Caregiver burnout is only emotional fatigue.”

Myth! ❌
I used to think burnout just meant feeling drained… until I learned what it was doing to my body too. Research shows caregivers can experience higher blood pressure, more inflammation, even a weaker immune system. It’s not “in your head” — it shows up everywhere.

Rest and shared responsibility aren’t luxuries. They’re preventive medicine. And if no one has told you that lately, let me be the one to say it: you deserve support long before you reach your breaking point. 💙

✈️ Traveling with someone living with dementia takes a little extra love — and a lot of planning.I still remember our fi...
11/14/2025

✈️ Traveling with someone living with dementia takes a little extra love — and a lot of planning.
I still remember our first trip with my dad… and how much smoother it could’ve been with a good checklist. 💙

Here’s what helps me most:

💊 Essentials: meds, medical info, and an ID tag or bracelet.
🧸 Comforts: a favorite blanket or snack for familiarity.
🌿 Quiet time: plan breaks and calm spaces.
🕰️ Routine: keep meals and rest times steady.
📷 Backups: photo, copies of ID, and a short explanation ready for staff.

Travel may look different now — slower, gentler, softer — but that still shouldn’t stop you from getting to your family and friends. 💙
Plan ahead and enjoy the holidays!

11/13/2025

A new Mayo Clinic study offers hope in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers have developed a tool that estimates a person's risk of developing memory and thinking problems years before symptoms appear.

Using age, s*x, genetics and brain imaging, the model can forecast the likelihood of developing mild cognitive impairment or dementia — offering new possibilities for earlier intervention and prevention.

Learn how Mayo Clinic scientists are helping people prepare for the future of brain health: https://mayocl.in/4nYAadL

11/12/2025

💙 Holidays with family can be beautiful… and overwhelming.
Here are three things that helped me make gatherings easier when my dad was living with dementia:

1️⃣ Be flexible. If things go sideways, you don’t have to stay — and you shouldn’t feel guilty for leaving early.
2️⃣ Time it right. Plan around your loved one’s best hours, not the clock. Morning or midday often works best.
3️⃣ Keep it simple. Skip the all-day marathon. A short visit, a coffee, or a smaller group can mean more joy and less stress for everyone.

Sometimes the best memories come from quieter moments. 💙

11/11/2025

If things feel “off” this week, you’re not imagining it. ⏰💙

Even though it’s been a couple of days since the time change, people living with dementia can still feel the ripple effects — especially in the evenings.

Their internal clock relies on consistency, so even a one-hour shift can disrupt sleep, mood, and sense of safety.

Here are a few ways to help:
✅ Keep routines steady
✅ Dim lights + wind down early
✅ Add calming activities in the evening
✅ Offer reassurance + patience

A small change for us can feel big for them — and you’re doing your best. 💙

11/10/2025

💙 It’s okay to pause.
Rest isn’t stepping away from care — it is care.
Every moment you give yourself helps you show up with a softer heart and a steadier mind.

If today feels heavy, take a breath. Slow down.

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