Elevating dementia care to higher standards by educating and consulting with care partners using Teepa Snow’s PAC skills.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.WithinReachCare.com With a passion for supporting those living with dementia and their care partners, Amanda Herndon offers a variety of dementia care training, consulting, and supportive services based on the teachings of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™) founder, Teepa Snow. She also draws insight from her own professional experience having work
08/16/2026
Teepa Snow demonstrates Seni overnight incontinence briefs. Check it out!
Seni Product Demonstration with Teepa Snow Seni and Teepa Snow believe in a person-centred approach to care. P...
If someone has dementia, it doesn't always mean they have Alzheimer's Disease.
However...
If someone has Alzheimer's Disease, it always means they have dementia.
08/14/2026
How cool is this?!?!
Teepa has a new show on YouTube:
Dementia Divas, Episode 1 Listening to music, particularly favorite tunes can profoundly awak...
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Great topics and discussions.
I am a fan. Maybe you will become one too! ❤️
Did you know that a chronic runny nose is a common symptom in Parkinson's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia? It can also happen in the later stages of Alzheimer's Disease.
The cause is usually related to brain change affecting the autonomic nervous system and medication side effects.
Sometimes doctors will prescribe Ipratropium nasal spray to alleviate symptoms.
Note: This is not medical advice. Always consult with a doctor about new or worsening symptoms and possible treatment options.
Care plans often focus almost entirely on the person receiving care, but the care partner(s) matters just as much. They’re the ones performing the day‑to‑day magic while trying to juggle without dropping any balls—sometimes while discovering they never signed up for the circus in the first place!
Care partners benefit from understanding their abilities, identifying where they might need new skills or support, and planning how they’ll take care of themselves. Boundaries matter too—because even the most dedicated care partner can’t pour from an empty cup. Sometimes outside help isn’t just helpful; it’s necessary.
In dementia care, when someone expresses agitation or distress, the first questions SHOULDN'T be, "Can we get medication for their behavior?" or "Can we increase their medication dose for behaviors?"
The first question SHOULD be, "What is this person trying to communicate to us?"
When we start there, it allows us to approach the situation with curiosity from a skilled perspective, not a reactive one.
07/25/2026
Find support, community, and understanding in AGE's FREE support groups!
To see scheduling details about support groups visit https://ageofcentraltx.org/.../pathways-support-groups/
or email [email protected]
General Caregiving (In Person) Central Austin:
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General Caregiving (In Person) South Austin – ASL INTERPRETATION PROVIDED:
Dementia Caregiving (Virtual):
Adult Child Caring for Parent (Virtual):
Life After Caregiving (Virtual) – for individuals finding purpose after caregiving.
Early Stage Memory Loss (Virtual)
Registration is required. Please email us to register at [email protected]
07/25/2026
Family caregivers, join us for the 26th Annual Striking a Balance Caregiver Conference, on Saturday, August 15, 2026:
8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Austin Community College Eastview Campus, Building 8000 - Room 8500
This FREE conference includes practical caregiving sessions, expert guidance, local resources, complimentary lunch, and free on-site respite care for pre-registered guests.
Live translation in multiple languages!
Read translated captions on your cellphone or listen with your own headphones.
American Sign Language Interpretation Available
Register by August 7th and indicate your request.
Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/striking-a-balance-a-free-conference-for-family-caregivers-tickets-1986445984413