Within Reach Care - Dementia Care Education & Consulting

03/14/2026

Over the years, I have worked in both community and private home care settings.

The story is always the same.

People apply to become a caregiver because their hearts are big and they want to make a difference.

Then they begin dementia care and burn out fast. Sometimes they don’t even last a day.

Why?

Because becoming a dementia care partner requires more than just heart.

It demands awareness, knowledge, and specialized skill.

It demands flexibility, a willingness to go with the flow, and a whole lot of curiosity to consider what is still possible in the moment.

The truth is, not everyone who is a great caregiver is a great dementia care partner—and that’s okay. Know your strengths and know when to ask for help or change care settings.

If you are in the world of dementia care or are considering it, please watch this video.

02/27/2026

The older I get, the more selective I am becoming in what and whom I give my energy to. It has made all the difference in my peace and happiness.

What about you?

02/27/2026

I love this post by Aanchal Rajendra Sharma and wanted to share.

02/25/2026

Older adults often find themselves feeling colder as their body naturally loses fat that once served to insulate them.

If dementia symptoms are present, we know that neurodegeneration affects the brain's ability to regulate body temperature.

One of the biggest reasons why many people refuse to bathe is not liking the feeling of being cold.

Heads up care partners!!!!!

YOU will have to be willing to get uncomfortably warm--dripping sweat even--to create a comfortable environment for your person when it is time for them to get washed up.

02/22/2026

A MUST HAVE RESOURCE! 📣

Teepa Snow has a remarkable way of taking the complexities of dementia care and turning them into understandable terms we as care partners can relate to.

She has included many photos and colorful charts to help learners of all styles.

It is $25 on Amazon or you can buy it directly from her website at TeepaSnow.com.

02/21/2026

Needing more rest as dementia progresses is completely normal.

Even what we as care partners might consider a simple task, like eating or talking, will require more and more effort. It is exhausting for them!

Here is a little tip:

Try and make the most of the time they are awake with moments of connection and engagement -- something they enjoy or find value and purpose doing.

Then, let them take their needed rest between and consider using this time for YOU to recharge your batteries as well. 💜

02/20/2026

Yay, Stacey Karp Eisenberg!!!

Big news feels good.

Our very own Stacey Eisenberg, owner of A Place At Home North Austin, stands as a finalist in the Women of Wilco awards in Williamson County. Winners will be announced on March 6th, and we already feel proud.

Stacey does not just run a home care agency. She shows up. She speaks up. She serves.

She works as a Community Educator with the Alzheimer’s Association and helps families understand dementia with clear, honest conversations. She serves as Treasurer on the Adult Protective Services Advisory Board and protects older adults in our community. She leads as Community Awareness Chair for the Aging Services Council and keeps important aging issues front and center.

And she keeps going.

She supports the National Aging in Place Coalition and Age Friendly Austin to make sure older adults live safely and comfortably in their own homes. She takes part in Healthy Williamson County and the Williamson County Walk Committee. She stays active in the Regional Dementia Support Coalition for the Capital Area. She even gives her time as a PTSA Spiritwear Chair.

That list tells you something.

Stacey believes seniors deserve respect. She believes families deserve guidance. She believes our community grows stronger when we care for one another.

I remember a daughter who once said, “Stacey helped me breathe again.” That came after weeks of stress and late night worry about her mom’s safety. Stacey stepped in, created a plan, and gave that family peace. That is the real award.

If you want to support Stacey, mark your calendar for March 6th. Cheer her on. Share this post. Celebrate women who lead with heart and action.

We already see the impact she makes every single day.

02/19/2026

A common challenging scenario in dementia care is a spouse believing the other spouse is cheating on them.

Wow! This is a tough one…BUT, here is a great clip from Teepa Snow about how to work through the conversation.

The biggest takeaway is the importance of first acknowledging and validating the emotion behind the message.

Please take a few minutes to watch and learn! 👇👇👇👇

02/19/2026

Sometimes the hardest part of loving people is letting go of who they used to be. We hold on to old versions of them—old memories, old habits, old expectations—and with dementia, it is important to grieve the loss but still show up for who they are RIGHT NOW.

There is still connection to be made and treasured on this journey!

02/13/2026

Are you curious about dementia progression?

Teepa Snow’s Gems gives a clear understanding of how dementia changes a person over time while focusing on what skills remain, not on what is being lost.

Watch her explain The Gems in the video below:

In this video Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, Dementia Care Specialist with Positive Approach to Care® shares the "GEMS" model for identifying brain changes. ...