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Trust: The Heart of Connection in Dementia Care
We often talk about trust in broad terms, but when it comes to dementia care, trust isn’t just a word—it’s the foundation. It's what...
Maureen Braen
May 234 min read
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Glass Half-Full: Reframing Dementia Care with Purpose and Possibility
How a shift in mindset, meaningful engagement, and knowing the person can transform everyday moments into something more What if the very...
Maureen Braen
May 135 min read
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When Everything Feels Like It’s Changing
Understanding the Dementia Journey Through Two Lenses As someone who walks alongside care partners and individuals living with dementia...
Maureen Braen
May 83 min read
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When They Won’t Listen: Why the Right Approach Matters More Than Being Right
There’s a common moment in dementia care that comes up again and again—and it’s one I’ve experienced myself. A care partner gives a...
Maureen Braen
Apr 184 min read
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When Remembering Feels Like a Test: Shifting the Way We Support Memory in Dementia Care
I watched as a well-meaning care partner leaned in close to her husband and gently asked, “Who is that?” He looked around the room, eyes...
Maureen Braen
Apr 73 min read
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RISE Together - Spring 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to the first issue of RISE Together , a quarterly newsletter from Rise Dementia Care. In this debut edition, we’re diving into...
Maureen Braen
Mar 271 min read
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"What You Do for Me, You Take Away from Me": Rethinking Help in Dementia Care
“ What you do for me, you take away from me.” This simple, profound statement—often attributed to Dr. Maria Montessori—offers a powerful...
Maureen Braen
Mar 246 min read
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Navigating Dementia: When Should You Ask for Help?
If you’ve found your way to this post, chances are you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to reach out for help on the dementia journey....
Maureen Braen
Mar 123 min read
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What If Music Was the Best Medicine for Dementia?
Have you ever considered using music proactively as a tool for supporting those living with dementia? What if we thought of music as a...
Maureen Braen
Feb 224 min read
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What If We Are the Trigger?
When we think about triggers, we often picture loud noises, bright lights, or crowded spaces —external factors that can overwhelm someone...
Maureen Braen
Feb 154 min read
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6 Ways to Build Stronger Connections as a Care Partner
Caring for someone living with dementia is a journey that requires patience, understanding, and adaptability. As a care partner, one of...
Maureen Braen
Feb 133 min read
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A Dementia Diagnosis—Now What?
A dementia diagnosis can bring a mix of emotions—fear, uncertainty, maybe even relief at finally having an answer. But one thing is...
Maureen Braen
Feb 13 min read
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What Does a Dementia Diagnosis Really Mean?
“I have dementia.” How many times have we heard someone say that? Families, care partners, and even doctors often use the word dementia...
Maureen Braen
Jan 153 min read
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Typical Aging or Something More?
We all have those moments. You walk into a room and can’t remember why. You misplace your keys, only to find them in the same spot as...
Maureen Braen
Jan 13 min read
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