Care Matters Always

11/15/2025

🌍 Over 55 million people around the world are living with dementia — according to the World Health Organization (WHO). 💙
That’s 55 million stories, families, and lives affected by memory loss, confusion, and emotional changes. But with awareness, compassion, and early support, we can make a real difference.
Let’s talk about it. Let’s care louder. 💭

11/13/2025

🧠 Did you know? Dementia isn’t a single disease — it’s an umbrella term for conditions that affect memory, thinking, and behavior. Over time, it can impact daily life, relationships, and independence.
But here’s the truth: early awareness and support make a huge difference. 💙 Let’s break the stigma, stay informed, and show compassion to those living with dementia and their families.

11/13/2025

Please enjoy my presentation on grief..

10/22/2025

Sharing my message From silence to service.

10/18/2025

Another soul that didn't have to die alone.Thanks to Rocky mountain refuge at the end of life and the caregivers with Care Matters registry.

10/18/2025

Before caregivers assist with the most personal care tasks, trust must come first.
Start relationships early — before bathing, before trips, before they’re truly “needed.” It takes time to build rapport and comfort.
💡 Simple choices help preserve dignity and control:
👉 “Mom, would you like juice or water?” instead of “What do you want to drink?”
👉 Use gentle words — “Come on, let’s go” rather than “You have to go.”
And when it’s time for care routines like showers, keep it consistent, warm, and comfortable. Small steps that say, I see you, I respect you. 💜

10/17/2025

Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with challenges — and sometimes, those challenges show up as “behaviors.”
But here’s the truth:
👉 Behaviors are not random.
👉 They’re often signs of unmet needs, confusion, or fear.
As dementia progresses, brain cells and memory fade.
This loss affects judgment and understanding — causing frustration that may look like aggression or defiance.
💡 When we look beyond the behavior and ask what need isn’t being met, we can care with compassion instead of frustration.
You’re not alone in this journey. ❤️

10/16/2025

I once had a client who began picking her skin until she bled.
At first, it looked like anxiety — but when her daughter, a nurse practitioner, looked closer, she realized there was a new male caregiver in the routine.
It turned out, the client had been abused by a man when she was young. The presence of a male caregiver triggered deep, unhealed trauma.
This story reminds us that behavior is communication.
When something changes suddenly — look for the why. 💔

10/07/2025

Are you a Nurse and you need CEU's or do you want to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner. Either way I am an RN with 27 years of experience and a trainer with the NDDCP and have an upcoming Saturday course coming up November 8th.

10/07/2025

Having choices is such an important part of life — including at the very end. I’m deeply honored to support individuals who choose to peacefully and legally end their suffering, surrounded by dignity and compassion.

Thank you to the state of Colorado and to End of Life Options for upholding the right to choice and for caring so deeply about humanity.

More terminally ill Coloradans than ever are turning to Denver Health’s Medical Aid in Dying clinic. We spent the summer witnessing the quiet decisions and final moments of those who chose when—and how—to say goodbye.

09/29/2025

💙 When safety, dignity, and peace of mind are on the line… Care Matters.

We are care navigators helping families make decisions with confidence and compassion.

Our services include:
✔ In-home caregiver matching
✔ Private consultations with Kimberly Diaz, RN
✔ Placement guidance for assisted living & memory care
✔ Dementia support & training

👉 Don’t wait for a crisis. Get clarity and support today.
📩 Contact us now: DM us or visit https://caremattersalways.com/ (free download)