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01/14/2026

Compassion isn’t just something we feel—it’s something we practice.

Compassionate Touch® provides caregivers with practical, skill-based techniques that support comfort, connection, and emotional regulation. Through intentional, respectful touch, care teams learn how to communicate safety and presence when words are no longer enough.

This approach supports caregivers in real moments—building confidence, dignity, and trust.

Visit our website today to learn more about how Compassionate Touch® can help your care team better serve your memory care residents.

🔗 https://ageucate.com/compassionate-touch

01/13/2026

Dementia is no longer a challenge we can think of as “down the road.”

It is a growing public health and workforce issue affecting healthcare systems, families, and communities worldwide.

The World Alzheimer Report 2025 reinforces what many care teams already experience daily: as dementia rates continue to rise, education and preparedness matter more than ever. Understanding dementia supports empathy today—and responsible planning for tomorrow.

Learn more here: https://www.alzint.org/resource/world-alzheimer-report-2025/

01/10/2026

Add a little green to your life – it’s National Houseplant Day! 🌿

In dementia care, environments matter more than we often realize. Natural elements like houseplants can help create calmer, more grounding spaces, which in turn support emotional regulation and meaningful connection.

Through programs like Dementia Live® and Compassionate Touch®, care teams learn how sensory experiences and cognitive challenges impact behavior, communication, and well-being.

Sometimes, the smallest changes can make the biggest difference.

01/09/2026

“As a healthcare executive and founder of Athene Health Services, I’ve seen countless training programs. Few truly change care delivery. Compassionate Touch does.” – Kate Davis, Founder, Athene Health Services LLC

Compassionate Touch® equips care teams with practical, respectful techniques that support comfort, connection, and emotional regulation. These skills empower staff to care with confidence while honoring dignity at every stage of dementia.

Visit our website to learn more about how Compassionate Touch can support your care team and the people you serve: https://ageucate.com/compassionate-touch

01/08/2026

One seemingly simple but effective way to support someone living with dementia is to ❇️ slow down. ❇️

Moving more gently, allowing extra time for responses, and being fully present can all help reduce anxiety and confusion. Calm pacing and quiet reassurance often communicate more than words ever could.

Small changes in how we approach care can make a meaningful difference for both caregivers and those they support. This year, we challenge you to reframe dementia care as more than just completing tasks. Instead, prioritize creating moments of safety, trust, and connection.

01/08/2026

Every new year brings the chance to care more thoughtfully. This year, make dementia education more than a goal; turn it into a priority.

Behind every diagnosis is a person. Behind every behavior is a story. When communities invest in empathy-based training, care feels calmer, staff feel more confident, and culture begins to shift from reacting to truly understanding.

Dementia Live® helps teams step into the dementia experience and carry that understanding back into every interaction.

Click here to learn more about how your program can focus on building empathy that lasts: 🔗 https://ageucate.com/dementia-live

12/30/2025

As we wrap up 2025, we’re revisiting this post and all it represents about empathy, connection, and the heart of dementia care:
https://hubs.li/Q03Ws3L10

As you read, we invite you to:
🧠 Notice what you want to carry into 2026
💬 Share a takeaway, moment of gratitude, or hope in the comments
👉 Tag someone who has inspired you in the way they care

Thank you for being part of this journey with us—for learning, reflecting, and showing up for people living with dementia and their care partners. Here’s to a new year grounded in dignity, compassion, and meaningful relationships. 💜

12/29/2025

As we bid farewell to another year, hear from AGE-u-cate's founder, Pam Brandon, as she expresses heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated program partners, friends, and colleagues who are pivotal in the journey of raising awareness and education about dementia. This video reflects on a momentous year, celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Dementia Live.

Key highlights of this video include:

✨Acknowledgment of the invaluable contributions of caregivers and families touched by dementia
✨Exciting milestones achieved, including the addition of 155 new program partners and hundreds of certified coaches
✨A reflection on 2025 initiatives such as the dementia-friendly scholarship program
✨A celebration of collaborations with organizations like the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group and HFC to elevate dementia awareness on a national scale

12/23/2025

We’re continuing our December reflections by revisiting posts that sparked meaningful conversation in our community. 💛

This one continues to speak to the heart of dementia care and support:
https://hubs.li/Q03Ws62T0

As you read, we invite you to:
🧠 Notice what stands out to you today
💬 Share a thought, memory, or takeaway in the comments
👉 Tag someone who would be encouraged by this message

Thank you for walking alongside us in creating more understanding, empathy, and dignity for people living with dementia and their care partners. 💜

Americans aren’t just afraid of aging—they’re afraid of what aging without support looks like.

According to new national data from West Health, nearly 7 in 10 adults worry about memory loss or dementia as they grow older. And only 27% feel the U.S. is ready to support people living with dementia.

That gap isn’t just statistical—it’s personal. It shows up in every moment a caregiver feels overwhelmed, in every emergency response that misses the mark, in every workplace, home, or hospital that isn’t dementia-aware.

But it also points to opportunity.

We have the tools. We have the insight. What we need is empathy in action—experiences that not only educate, but truly shift how we respond to cognitive change.

That’s what Dementia Live® is built for. It’s why communities, health providers, and organizations across the country are using immersive simulation to prepare—not just on paper, but in real life.

▶️ Explore the national data: https://westhealthmosaic.com/data-mosaics/national-aging-readiness?tab=national
Source: United States Census Bureau, American Community Survey

12/19/2025

This holiday season, waiting until things calm down is not the plan ⛔

Join our free holiday support email series created for professionals in aging services. Each message delivers timely tips, grounded in real-life care situations, that you can apply immediately.

Why sign up?
• Get practical guidance designed for busy teams supporting older adults
• Stay one step ahead of seasonal challenges with short, focused advice
• Forward the link to your colleagues so your whole team benefits

The series has already started, but sign up now and you will still receive 2 helpful messages! Click the link to join: https://hubs.li/Q03WFZGK0

12/18/2025

Dementia Training: Essential for PACE Programs Facing 2026 Challenges

Explore why dementia training is essential for PACE by 2026, addressing rising dementia prevalence, workforce challenges, and CMS quality expectations.

12/16/2025

As we continue our December reflections, we’re revisiting some of the posts that sparked the most conversation and connection in our community. 💛

This one really resonated, and we’d love for you to take another look:
https://hubs.li/Q03WrJcl0

As you read, we invite you to:
🧠 Notice what hits you differently this time
💬 Share a thought or takeaway in the comments
👉 Tag a friend, colleague, or family member who would appreciate this message

Thank you for being part of this community and for all you do to support people living with dementia and those who care for them. 💜