by Marina Matthews | Feb 6, 2026 | I See You Series, They Don’t See What I Live With
For the caregivers living this behind closed doors. I want to say something to the caregivers who are living this behind closed doors. I see you. I see you when the disease shows its full face — not the polite, “he seems fine” version that the outside world sees for...
by Marina Matthews | Jan 31, 2026 | Caregiver Tips
Wandering is one of the most frightening concerns for dementia caregivers—and one of the most misunderstood. It can feel sudden, unpredictable, and deeply unsettling, especially when the person you love has never wandered before. But wandering is not random, and it’s...
by Marina Matthews | Jan 31, 2026 | Caregiver Tips
If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you may find yourself scanning your home differently than you used to. That rug you’ve walked over for years.The bathroom at night.The front door that never used to be an issue. Home safety in dementia care isn’t about...
by Marina Matthews | Jan 28, 2026 | Encouragement & Support
(Even When Dementia Is Part of the Story) Sometimes the most meaningful gifts don’t come wrapped in explanations, instructions, or good intentions. They come wrapped in love. For my loved one’s birthday, I did something a little different. Instead of choosing...
by DEBORAH_JEFFREY | Dec 25, 2025 | Dementia 101
A Simple, Clear, Human Guide for the People Who Suddenly Find Themselves Here If you’re reading this, chances are something shifted — quietly or abruptly — and now you’re trying to make sense of a world that no longer feels steady. Maybe it started with...
