James L. West Center for Dementia Care

11/10/2025

When someone you care for is living with dementia, the words you choose in moments of distress can make all the difference. This brief video offers practical guidance on what to say — and what to avoid — when your loved one becomes upset.

▶️ Watch here: https://youtu.be/A3LwXd1awTo?si=30feU_tj3h516FUh

At James L. West, we’re committed to equipping families and professionals with the emotional intelligence needed for compassionate dementia support.

Pain often hides behind behavioral expressions in people living with dementia. In this short video, learn how to recognize the subtle signs of discomfort whe...

11/09/2025

🎄 Make this holiday season joyful and dementia-friendly!

Join us Tuesday, Nov. 12 (11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CST) for The Holidays and Dementia.
Learn how to include your loved one in celebrations, choose meaningful gifts, plan dementia-friendly travel, and manage caregiver stress with confidence and grace.
✅ Free | 1 CE Hour | Online

🔗 Register below.

Free – 1.0 CE Hour for Nursing, Social Work & LPC Make the holidays more joyful and less stressful. Learn how to include your loved one in celebrations, choose thoughtful gifts, and plan dementia-friendly travel. We’ll also discuss ways to manage caregiver burnout and share communication tips to...

11/08/2025

Coming up soon!
Join us Monday, Nov. 11 (2:00–3:30 p.m. CST) for Hospice 101: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know but Were Afraid to Ask.

Learn what hospice truly means, debunk common myths, and discover how it supports dignity, comfort, and compassion during life’s final chapter.
✅ Free | 1.5 CE Hours | Online

🔗 Register below

In Collaboration with N.TX Central AAA Free – 1.5 CE Hour for Nursing, Social Worker & LPC Hospice care offers comfort, dignity, and support during life’s final chapter—but many people misunderstand what it really means. Join us to: Learn what hospice truly is, dispel common myths, and underst...

11/07/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring Care Partners! 🌟
James L. West Center for Dementia Care at Home Services is looking for compassionate individuals to join our team.

✨ Part-time opportunities available
💚 No experience required – we provide training!

If you have a heart for helping others and want to make a difference in the lives of those living with dementia, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply online today: https://www.jameslwest.org/about/careers/

11/06/2025

🌟 Leading the Way in Dementia Education 🌟

We’re proud to share this powerful article written by our CEO, Cheryl Harding, featured in McKnight’s Senior Living:
📰 Education helps shift how society views a dementia diagnosis

In the piece, Cheryl shares how education and awareness can transform the way our communities understand dementia — moving from fear and stigma to empathy and empowerment.

At James L. West Center for Dementia Care, we see every day how knowledge inspires compassion and improves quality of life for those living with dementia and their care partners. 💜

Let’s continue to change the conversation together.

Empowering caregivers, families and communities with knowledge and tools that help them prepare for the future.

11/06/2025

11/06/2025

One small act can create a ripple that changes lives. And even moments of rupture can lead to repair.

Our Dementia IQ experts share two big takeaways from the LeadingAge National and Global Aging Network Conference — insights that inspire hope, healing, and action in dementia care and aging services everywhere.

Watch how small actions and compassionate repair can transform caregiving and connection.

11/05/2025

🌟 Celebrating Our Incredible Team Members! 🌟
Please join us in congratulating three amazing members of our James L. West family for their years of dedicated service and compassionate care! 💙

🎉 Linda Williams – 14 years of outstanding service
🎉 Mary Sevidzem – 10 years of heartfelt commitment
🎉 Sharon James – 5 years of excellence and compassion

Your dedication, kindness, and commitment to our mission make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve every day. Thank you for all that you do — you truly embody the spirit of James L. West! 💐💙

11/04/2025

We’re excited that Jaime and Hollie are in Boston this week for LeadingAge, connecting with peers and sharing our passion for excellence in dementia care.

While there, they took part in a podcast recording with Drake Strategic, discussing innovation, leadership, and the impact of our work at James L. West.

We’re proud to see our team representing our mission on a national stage! 💜

11/04/2025

💙 Partnership in action!

Cheryl Harding shares how our collaboration with UNT Health Fort Worth is expanding access to dementia training and compassionate care.

Together, we’re shaping a more informed and empathetic future for dementia care.

Read more in the Fort Worth Business Press

In a world where technology is rapidly reshaping careers and opportunities, there is one field that remains deeply human at its core: caring for those who live