Starting the Year with Caregiver Self-Compassion

Starting the Year with Caregiver Self-CompassionWelcome to the New Year! How did you celebrate? Did you spend it surrounded by friends and family, or perhaps you had a quiet evening at home like me? My evening was peaceful and reflective—exactly what I needed. As I sat with my thoughts, I reflect... Read More

Holiday Caregiver Reset: Find Calm Amid the Chaos

Holiday Caregiver Reset: Find Calm Amid the Chaos Let’s be honest: the holidays aren’t quite like they were when we were kids. Back then, the only thing I had to worry about was, “Did I get the toy I wanted?” Now, the to-do list feels never-ending—cooking, cleaning, running errands, working, payi... Read More

Laughter as Medicine: A Caregiver's Guide to Joy in Dementia Care

Caregiving is a journey filled with challenges, emotions, and moments that stretch your patience and resilience. But every so often, you stumble upon a gem of a moment that reminds you why connection matters—and sometimes, it comes with a hearty laugh. This weekend, I had a session with a client ... Read More

When do you, as a caregiver, decide it is time to take your loved one’s car keys?

When do you, as a caregiver, decide it is time to take your loved one’s car keys?October 28th, 2023 By Johanna Hernandez Imagine you are just going about your day, running your errands, and minding your own business. Do you see that? Now, imagine that while in the grocery store parking lot, you n... Read More

Who Am I?

WHO AM I? Who am I? What do I know about dementia? Who wants to listen to what I have to say? I know this is not typically how a blog is written, but I feel that I should introduce myself before I speak about dementia. My name is Johanna, and I am a nurse. You can see most of this on my About Me ... Read More