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You’re noticing changes and it’s getting harder to know how to respond.
Hi, my name is Colleen Nolan and I’m a dementia educator. I help care partners understand what’s happening and discover new ways to approach difficult moments so interactions feel more manageable and connected.
You may be noticing changes in memory, communication, or behavior and finding yourself unsure how to respond.
Maybe conversations feel different or daily routines may be more stressful. Or maybe something just feels “off,” and you can’t quite explain it.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own.
I support individuals living with dementia, families, and care teams in understanding what is happening and finding ways to respond that reduce distress, preserve dignity, and strengthen connection.
You’re in the right place if:
You or a loved one recently received a dementia diagnosis and everything feels unclear or overwhelming
You have been on this road for years and you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders
Daily care feels more stressful or unpredictable than it used to
Conversations are becoming frustrating or feel more like conflict than connection
You find yourself wondering, “Why is this happening?” or “What am I supposed to do here?”
You’re trying to understand what your loved one may be communicating through their actions
You want daily moments to feel less like a struggle and more like connection
You’re looking for practical ways to respond that reduce distress and build trust
There are reasons behind these changes.
When you begin to understand what may be happening beneath the surface, it becomes easier to respond with more confidence and compassion.
That’s the work we do together.
A 60-minute consultation is a space to slow down, share what you are noticing, and begin making sense of the changes you are seeing. Together, we’ll explore what may be happening beneath the surface and identify possible next steps that fit your situation.
Grounded in the Positive Approach to Care® framework developed by Teepa Snow.
Not sure where to start? Schedule a brief 15-minute introductory call to ask questions about services and determine if support may be a good fit.
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