Why does a person with dementia suddenly leave everything out on counters, tables, and chairs? This gentle, real-life look at dementia and clutter explains why “putting things away” becomes difficult — and what caregivers can do to help.
Dementia 101
What You'll Find Here
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Clear explanations of dementia and Lewy Body Dementia
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Brain changes explained in everyday language
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Foundational posts you can come back to anytime
What to do First After a Dementia Diagnosis
A dementia diagnosis can make everything feel urgent and overwhelming. This gentle guide walks caregivers through the first steps to take, what truly matters now, and how to move forward one calm step at a time.
When Dementia Says You’re Cheating: Lewy Body Dementia, Delusions of Infidelity & the Heartbreak of False Accusations
When Lewy Body Dementia causes accusations of cheating and betrayal, caregivers often find themselves defending a reality the disease can no longer understand. A gentle, honest look at one of dementia caregiving’s most painful symptoms.
“Diagnose and Adios”: When Dementia Caregivers Are Left Figuring It Out Alone
Many dementia caregivers leave the diagnosis appointment with more questions than answers. This warm, relatable post explores the everyday realities of caregiving — agitation, repetition, reasoning that no longer works, and the overwhelming feeling of being left to figure it all out alone.
When Family Members Step Back from Dementia Caregiving | I See You
One of the hardest parts of dementia caregiving can be carrying the responsibility while also carrying the opinions of people who aren’t there helping. This gentle “I See You” post offers encouragement and validation for caregivers navigating the loneliness of unsupported caregiving.
Living With the Relentless Reality of Dementia Caregiving | I See You
Dementia caregiving is often made up of hundreds of small moments that quietly pile up day after day—the repeated questions, constant reminders, and endless mental load no one else fully sees. This gentle “I See You” post honors the steady love of caregivers living with the relentless.
When You’re Doing the Quiet Detective Work Behind the Scenes | I See You
Dementia caregivers often become quiet detectives—constantly observing, adjusting, and creatively solving little mysteries no one else even notices. This gentle “I See You” post honors the invisible problem-solving happening behind the scenes every single day.
The Guilt No One Talks About in Dementia Caregiving | I See You
Dementia caregiving comes with a kind of guilt few people talk about—the guilt of exhaustion, needing help, losing patience, or even feeling relief for a moment. This gentle “I See You” post offers validation and encouragement for caregivers carrying the invisible emotional weight of loving someone through dementia.
A Simple Way to Say Thank You to Someone Caring for Your Loved One
When someone treats your loved one with kindness and dignity, it hits deeper than words. A gentle reflection on caregiver gratitude—and a simple way to say thank you.
Me With Dementia: Why What Worked Yesterday Doesn’t Work Today
Why does something work one day—and not the next—when caring for someone with dementia? This gentle, real-life look explains why behavior changes from day to day, what it may feel like from their side, and what caregivers can do to respond with confidence and compassion.
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