Senior Moments Consulting, LLC

08/28/2025

More Classes!

🌟 Caring for Aging Parents (or Partners)? You Don’t Have to Do It Alone. 🌟

I’m excited to share that my Aging Parents class will be offered this October in Holly Springs! 💙💛

This class is designed for adult children, spouses, and family members who want to feel more confident and supported as they navigate the changes that come with aging. Together, we’ll explore:

✔️ Ways to balance safety, independence, and dignity
✔️ Create a safe living environment
✔️ Recognize early symptoms of brain change
✔️ Learn about strategies for adapting to physical and cognitive changes

Whether you’re just beginning this journey or already caring for an aging parent, you’ll walk away with tools, knowledge, and encouragement to make the road ahead a little smoother.

📅 **When: (3 options) October 21, 25 or 28th
📍 **Where: Town of Holly Springs - Hunt Center
✔️ Use the link below to register or you can find it on my website (www.SeniorMomentsConsulting.com) under "Events"

REGISTRATION LINK: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/townoffuquayvarina/activity/search/detail/21345?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

💬 Space is limited—don’t wait! Reserve your spot today or share this with someone who may benefit.

✨ Remember: You don’t have to have all the answers—just the willingness to learn and grow together.

08/25/2025

Don't miss this great class!!! Sign up now or pass the info along to someone who might want to participate. Residents and Non-residents are welcome! REGISTRATION LINK BELOW

“Senior Moments” – Understanding Aging, Dementia & Aging in Place

When & Where:
• Dates: Mondays, September 8 – October 13, 2025 (six-week series)
• Time: 11am-12pm
• Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center, 4525 Hilltop Needmore Road, Fuquay-Varina

About the Class:
Led by Heather Tierney, owner of Senior Moments Consulting, LLC - a certified PAC® Consultant/Trainer for dementia education and occupational therapist of 26 years.

Come learn about:
• Brain-related changes in normal aging and not normal aging
• Practical ways to support loved ones living with dementia
• Tips and strategies for aging safely and confidently at home both with or without brain change

Who Should Attend:
Adults aged 50 and up—perfect for seniors, caregivers, family members, or anyone curious about aging well.

Registration:

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/townoffuquayvarina/activity/search/detail/20484?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

08/21/2025

👂💭 Hearing loss doesn’t just affect your ears—it can also impact your memory.

A recent study from the University of Geneva discovered that older adults with hearing difficulties who also felt lonely experienced memory decline at a faster rate than those dealing with hearing loss alone. Interestingly, it wasn’t social isolation itself that made the biggest difference, but the feeling of loneliness.

For someone who is experiencing hearing loss, there is a tendency to withdraw from conversations in social situations. As a result, they lack the a meaningful connection with the people around them - not hearing the words of others and then, not being able to contribute. The result - loneliness - even when surrounded by others.

Early use of hearing aids and finding ways to stay socially connected—even when communication feels harder—can make a big difference in protecting brain health.

✨ Takeaway: Supporting your hearing and nurturing connections may help keep your mind sharp.

Read more here:
https://sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/07/250717013905.htm (The silent threat: How hearing loss and loneliness are fueling memory decline)

08/20/2025

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY

“Senior Moments” – Understanding Aging, Dementia & Aging in Place

When & Where:
• Dates: Mondays, September 8 – October 13, 2025 (six-week series)
• Time: 11am-12pm
• Location: Hilltop Needmore Town Park Community Center, 4525 Hilltop Needmore Road, Fuquay-Varina

About the Class:
Led by Heather Tierney, owner of Senior Moments Consulting, LLC - a certified PAC® Consultant/Trainer for dementia education and occupational therapist of 26 years.

Come learn about:
• Brain-related changes in normal aging and not normal aging
• Practical ways to support loved ones living with dementia
• Tips and strategies for aging safely and confidently at home both with or without brain change

Who Should Attend:
Adults aged 50 and up—perfect for seniors, caregivers, family members, or anyone curious about aging well.

Registration:

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/townoffuquayvarina/activity/search/detail/20484?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

08/19/2025

Free Event to learn about local services:
Expo4Seniors coming to Cary Oct 22. Follow link for more info:

Cary/Raleigh, NC – Senior Lifestyle, Health & Home Expo Wednesday, October 22, 2025 – Taylor Family YMCA 10am to 1pm PLAN TO ATTEND THIS FREE EVENT FOR SENIORS!!! FREE PARKING! FREE ADMISSION! FOOD, PRIZES AND GIVEAWAYS! FREE ON-SITE HEARING SCREENINGS PROVIDED BY HEARINGLIFE FREE ONSITE COLON C...

08/17/2025

🛠 Small adjustments, big impact.

For caregivers, sometimes it’s not about doing more — it’s about doing differently.
From timing activities at the right moment of day to changing the way we phrase a request, these tiny changes can transform stress into calm.

I share real-life examples and easy steps in my newest blog post: https://seniormomentsconsulting.com/2025/08/11/embracing-change-together/

08/16/2025

Just learned about Lorenzo’s House and had to share - this is much needed support for families and carepartners of those who walk with young onset dementia (YOD).

Young Onset Dementia (YOD)?
The common misconception is that dementia only affects older people. Not true. YOD while not as common and is often overlooked or misdiagnosed, affects people in their 20s, 30s, 40s, or 50s. Carepartners are often navigating a spouse’s cognitive decline, and also raising young kids. They carry the weight of nurturing their children while providing emotional and physical support to a partner slipping away.

Growing up with a parent who has dementia is deeply traumatic. Kids often shift into caregiving roles far too early, coping with grief, confusion, and changing family dynamics—all while trying to stay seen and understood. Support systems for these young people are painfully limited.

Many of these families feel very isolated, struggling to find anyone who truly understands. It's has been very difficult to find support for this unique group until now:

Lorenzo’s House is a global, virtual nonprofit offering free, holistic support to families affected by younger-onset dementia—designed specifically for children, youth, spouses, and care partners.

Some of their key programs include:

• MATCH – Carepartner Connections
• Youth Initiatives – Light Club & Youth Summit
• Light Club
• Youth Summit
• Shine On
• Healing & Respite Spaces
• Memory Academy
• Music, Movement & Community (MMC)

If this resonates with you—or someone you know—visit their website (below) to get connected. Whether you need peer support, a place for your child to be seen, or are just desperate for someone who gets it—you’ll talk to a real person when you reach out.

https://lorenzoshouse.org/

(click “Reach Out Today” or head to "Our Programs")

08/12/2025

💛 "We don’t just care for the person — we grow alongside them."
When dementia changes the rules, caregivers face a choice: resist, or adapt together.
In my latest Dementia Dialogues blog, I offer insight to how and what can change. Read about Betty and Joe’s journey — to see how shifting and adapting created more positive experiences.

👉 Read it here:
https://seniormomentsconsulting.com/2025/08/11/embracing-change-together/

08/11/2025

🌟 Registration is OPEN for Fall Classes & Events! 🌟

At Senior Moments Consulting, we believe that knowledge is one of the most powerful tools in caregiving.

This fall, you have the chance to:
✅ Learn the difference between normal aging and not normal aging
✅ Gain practical skills for supporting someone who may be experiencing changes
✅ Connect with others who understand your journey

Whether you wish to join a community-sponsored program or register for a specialized class, you’ll walk away with real-life strategies that make a difference—because when you understand what’s happening, you can respond with more patience, confidence, and compassion. Use the link below to learn more about what is happening in our area. You will find info about the upcoming Duke Caregiver Event as well as workshops and classes offered by Senior Moments Consulting 💙

📅 Upcoming Events & Registration Links
👉 https://seniormomentsconsulting.com/events/



💬 Tag a friend who might want to come with you—learning is even better together!

07/25/2025

Good learning opportunity!

What does person-centered dementia care really mean for the people who live and work in nursing homes—and how do we return to its core?

Join us for a free virtual training series for nursing home staff across Virginia. Our first workshop "Person-Centered Dementia Care: Unpacking the Who, What, Where, Why and How" takes place on Aug. 13 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. via Zoom.

This 120-minute interactive webinar invites everyone working in a Virginia nursing home—certified nursing assistants (CNAs), nurses, social workers, activity staff, administrators, dietary staff, housekeeping... YOU—to take a deep dive into person-centered, dementia care best practices.

You can register today at https://form.jotform.com/251075822290050. To learn more, visit https://tictoolkit.vcu.edu/learning-center/dementia-care/.

07/23/2025

My most recent blog post speaks of hope. Hope for improving brain health or at a minimum, risk reduction. This article shows hope in scientific developments. I believe we have researchers here in NC - specifically UNC Chapel Hill - also making advances in tau targeted treatment for Alzheimers Disease.

University of New Mexico researchers have received funding to launch an early-stage clinical trial of a vaccine engineered to clear pathological tau protein from the brains of patients suffering from Alzheimer’s dementia. The Phase 1a/1b trial,...

07/23/2025

🌟 Blog Post! 🌟

Finding Hope and Building Resilience: My Journey as a Dementia Specialist

Dementia isn’t just a diagnosis—it’s a deeply personal experience that touches entire families. In this blog, my message is clear......"there is hope, and by taking proactive steps, we can build a more resilient future for ourselves and our communities.....the incredible neuroplasticity of the brain is a concept that truly inspires me. It’s the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life, allowing it to compensate for injury and disease and adjust its activities in response to new situations or changes in its environment. 💙

If you like reading my blog, feel it is helpful and informative or wish to share the information with others, please subscribe on my website for updates about when a new posts drop.

📖 Read the full article here: https://www.seniormomentsconsulting.com/post/finding-hope-and-building-resilience-my-journey-as-a-dementia-specialist