Dementia is a terminal disease. Explore ways to care for your loved one as well as yourself.
Less than a month ago I attended the funeral (celebration of life) of a very special woman named Barbara. I got to know her through my weekly visits to a memory care facility in the city. She was often accompanied by her lovely and amazing companion; Jenny. Jenny – knowing how important socialization is for people living with dementia – frequently…
As a death doula, I have many clients living with dementia. During every visit, I try to engage my clients in conversation. Our loved ones with dementia often feel abandoned, ignored and overlooked. Conversation is a vehicle for connection, for dignity and for compassion.
Dementia, often misunderstood, is a terminal illness. As a Death Doula, I see its end-of-life impact, including cognitive and physical decline.