Within Reach Care - Dementia Care Education & Consulting

Within Reach Care - Dementia Care Education & Consulting Elevating dementia care to higher standards by educating and consulting with care partners using Teepa Snow’s PAC skills.

Email: Amanda@withinreachcare.com

Website: www.WithinReachCare.com With a passion for supporting those living with dementia and their care partners, Amanda Herndon offers a variety of dementia care training, consulting, and supportive services based on the teachings of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™) founder, Teepa Snow. She also draws insight from her own professional experience having work

ed in memory care, skilled nursing, and in-home care settings. Please visit www.WithinReachCare.com for more details on how Amanda can help.

It is my hope that someday the prescription pad will be primarily used to order awareness, knowledge, and skill in demen...
05/27/2026

It is my hope that someday the prescription pad will be primarily used to order awareness, knowledge, and skill in dementia care--NOT a medication.

Ever notice how some folks switch to “MEGA‑LOUD MODE” the moment they talk to an older adult or someone living with deme...
05/19/2026

Ever notice how some folks switch to “MEGA‑LOUD MODE” the moment they talk to an older adult or someone living with dementia?

(eeeeeeeeeek!)

Friendly Tips:

Hearing and cognition are two different things.

Please use your normal voice — it’s kinder, calmer, and way less startling.

Shouting doesn't help relationships - period.

I was once asked by a husband who was caring for his wife with dementia, "Do I really need to change the way I communica...
05/18/2026

I was once asked by a husband who was caring for his wife with dementia, "Do I really need to change the way I communicate with her considering we have been happily married for over 50 years?"

My answer was, "Yes."

That question stuck with me.
It shows just how big the shift can be for care partners.
After a lifetime of shared routines, inside jokes, habits, and rhythms, dementia begs us to communicate in a whole new way.

Not because the love is different — but because the brain is.

Fifty years of doing things one way… and still choosing to grow for the person you love.
That’s powerful.

If you ever want help with dementia communication tips, care partner support, or family-friendly education, I’m here.

"Dementia" is NOT a diagnosis. "Dementia" is an umbrella term for a collection of symptoms.The diagnosis is what TYPE of...
05/18/2026

"Dementia" is NOT a diagnosis.

"Dementia" is an umbrella term for a collection of symptoms.

The diagnosis is what TYPE of neurodegenerative condition is causing the dementia symptoms.

There are over 120 different types, causes, and forms of dementia under the umbrella.

Does it matter which type someone has? YES.

05/18/2026

I was saddened to hear about Lauren’s passing and feel blessed to have met her a few times over the years at PAC events.

Lauren lived with Lewy Body Dementia for many years and helped so many of us learn from her experiences. She will be forever missed.

I am posting this video to honor Lauren’s legacy but also because of the message Teepa shares—a reminder to find the sparkle in life even when things are changing.

For me, it is a powerful message.

What about you?

05/16/2026

Hydration comes in many forms. Check out Teepa Snow’s video for hydration ideas in dementia care.

Enjoying the conversations and connections today at the Sun City Health Fair with A Place At Home - North Austin.
05/15/2026

Enjoying the conversations and connections today at the Sun City Health Fair with A Place At Home - North Austin.

Helped A Place At Home - North Austin spin cotton candy this afternoon for Parmer Woods at North Austin’s annual crawfis...
05/15/2026

Helped A Place At Home - North Austin spin cotton candy this afternoon for Parmer Woods at North Austin’s annual crawfish boil.

The hens insisted they come with me because apparently they have “appearances” to make.

They handed out brochures, sampled cotton candy (suspiciously often), lounged unproductively on a patio chair, and took turns swinging in the hanging basket. I overheard them saying something about auditioning for the Poultry Cirque du Soleil. 🤷🏻‍♀️🐔

Never a dull moment with this flock!

05/13/2026

I absolutely love this video, Ryan. Your message is so genuine and deeply rooted in purpose. It’s inspiring to see the heart behind the why you built your Life Care Planning practice.

I am grateful to be a part of that “why” and to walk alongside you in supporting families and those living with dementia.

Truly powerful work!

Representing A Place At Home - North Austin today making the MOST delicious root beer floats around. 😋
05/12/2026

Representing A Place At Home - North Austin today making the MOST delicious root beer floats around. 😋

MAKE SHOWER TIME EASIERA simple tool that can make a BIG difference in the bathroom is a shower wand sprayer. 1. Gentle ...
05/09/2026

MAKE SHOWER TIME EASIER

A simple tool that can make a BIG difference in the bathroom is a shower wand sprayer.

1. Gentle control spraying water exactly where it is needed to minimize distress

2. Multiple spray patterns to adjust intensity and flow to avoid painful sensations

3. Safer and easier to use for mobility challenges and those needing to sit while showering

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