The Heart Behind RISE Dementia CARE
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RISE Dementia CARE is more than just my work—it’s personal. As a care partner to loved ones on the dementia journey, I’ve experienced firsthand the challenges, joys, and deep connections that come with supporting someone living with brain change. This work is full circle for me, and it fuels my passion for empowering others to navigate this journey with confidence and compassion.
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My mission is simple yet profound: to empower care partners, families, and organizations to navigate the dementia journey. With over 15 years of experience in senior living and dementia care, I’ve dedicated my career to fostering dignity, connection, and well-being for individuals living with dementia and those who support them.
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As a Certified Dementia Practitioner® (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional® (CMDCP), Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitator® (CDSGF), and Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP), I bring a deep understanding of the human experience of dementia and the best practices that support meaningful care. Through my work as an independent certified coach, trainer, and consultant with Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care®, I provide strengths-based, relationship-centered education and support that is practical, compassionate, and effective.
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Whether through hands-on training, consulting, or educational workshops, my goal is to equip care partners with the tools and confidence they need to create meaningful connections and deliver compassionate care. I believe that by focusing on strengths and fostering supportive environments, we can elevate the experience of living with dementia—not just for the individual, but for everyone involved.
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Outcomes That Make a Difference
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RISE Dementia CARE is committed to meaningful, measurable outcomes that enhance dementia support and care. Through experiential, skill-based training, care partners gain confidence in handling challenges, leading to reduced stress and greater resilience. Person-centered communication skills improve interactions, fostering stronger relationships and deeper connections. Within organizations, hands-on learning and coaching create cohesive teams that collaborate more effectively. Most importantly, individuals living with dementia and their care partners experience a better quality of life—where dignity, autonomy, and moments of joy are prioritized.
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Dementia care is a journey, and no one should have to walk it alone. Let’s work together to create spaces where strengths are celebrated, relationships are nurtured, and well-being is prioritized.