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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 24, 20256 min read


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 12, 20253 min read


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 22, 20254 min read


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 15, 20254 min read


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 13, 20253 min read


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 1, 20253 min read


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 15, 20253 min read


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 1, 20253 min read
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