This is the fourth in my four-part blog series - Moments That Matter - Connection and Communication in Dementia Care

When a loved one moves into a care home, visits can feel painful or awkward - but with the right mindset, they can become moments of reconnection and joy.

This is the third in my four-part blog series - Moments that Matter - Connection and Communication in Dementia Care

A group trip to a stately home garden became more than a day out—it became a reminder of equality, joy, and shared connection for couples living with dementia.

This is the second in my four-part blog series - Moments That Matter – Connection and Communication in Dementia Care.

In a rose garden filled with memories, a man living with dementia found joy, purpose, and the chance to teach again.

This is the first in my four-part blog series - Moments That Matter – Connection and Communication in Dementia Care

Sometimes the most meaningful conversations happen when words fall away. In this story, a walk through nature helps a man living with Alzheimer’s rediscover his confidence and reconnect with his family.

Living with dementia often brings sensory changes that can make the world feel unfamiliar or confusing. With understanding, small adjustments, and a partnership approach, life can feel calmer and more connected again. Here’s how I can help.

Collaborating with organisations to create bespoke dementia learning sessions is one of the most rewarding parts of my work. From Green Dementia Care webinars and relatives’ sessions in care homes, to volunteer training and Living Well workshops, each session is tailored to the people taking part - practical, person-centred, and inspiring.

Later life often brings change - retirement, new surroundings, or adapting to health challenges. Amidst these transitions, routines can offer stability and meaning. Gentle structure in the day can foster confidence, connection, and calm - helping people focus on what truly matters.
Discover how small, intentional routines can support wellbeing and purpose at any age.

How Public Spaces Can Help or Hinder Someone Living with Dementia

High streets, supermarkets and transport hubs should connect us - but for many people living with dementia, these spaces can feel overwhelming and exclusionary. Noise, cluttered layouts, poor signage, and lack of rest points are everyday barriers. The good news? Thoughtful, dementia-inclusive design makes public spaces easier for everyone to use.

Creating Dementia-Inclusive Care Environments

The environment in which care takes place shapes daily life just as much as staffing or policies. A calm, intuitive setting can reduce stress and support independence; a confusing, clinical one can increase anxiety and distress. From signage and lighting to gardens and personal touches, small design choices can transform the experience of living and working in care settings.

A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming for both individuals and families. Small, practical steps — from keeping routines simple to looking after your own wellbeing — can make a big difference. Here are five gentle ways to start building confidence and calm after diagnosis.

A dementia diagnosis can feel like everything has changed. But you are still you — and with the right support, you can keep doing the things that matter most. This is about helping you thrive, not just cope.

Dementia care is about more than meeting basic needs — it’s about enabling people to live well. Effective training gives staff confidence, improves care quality, and strengthens family trust. This blog shares why training is a vital investment for care providers.

Living with dementia or navigating later life changes can feel overwhelming - but it doesn’t have to be faced alone. With nearly two decades of experience as an Occupational Therapist, I share how practical, person-centred support can bring clarity, calm, and connection for individuals, families, and care providers. This first blog is an invitation to begin the conversation.