Finding Steady Ground: Dr. Jeannine Forrest on Calming the Chaos of Dementia Care”

The Superpower of People with Dementia: "I think it's a superpower of people who live with dementia is that they're really good at reading your body language and letting us know if we come across as frustrated or angry."Title: Finding Steady Ground: Dr. Jeannine Forrest on Calming the Chaos of Dementia Care”Welcome back to *Life Happens with Kim Hegwood*! In today’s episode, Kim Hegwood sits down with Dr. Jeannine Forrest, founder of "Through the Forest" and a dedicated dementia coach, to discuss one of the most challenging journeys families face: dementia care. Dr. Jeannine Forrest shares her insights on calming the chaos that often surrounds dementia, offering compassionate and practical advice for caregivers overwhelmed by sudden changes in their loved ones’ behavior. From communication strategies to self-care tips, this conversation is packed with encouragement and real-world solutions for anyone caring for someone living with dementia. Whether you’re a family member or part of a care community, tune in for guidance, hope, and a supportive path forward.How to Contact https://www.dementiacoachoncall.com Jeannine@dementiacoachoncall.com773-704-1834DementiaSociety.orgBio:Jeannine Forrest, Ph. D, R.N., founder of Through the Forrest, provides guidance and education to family caregivers, companions, and friends impacted by dementia through her innovative service, Dementia Coach On-Call® (dementiacoachoncall.com). She also serves as Director of the Dementia Horizons Academy at the Dementia Society of America. With more than 35 years of expertise in dementia care, geriatrics, and end-of-life support, Dr. Forrest is recognized nationally as a thought leader and educator. She has held faculty appointments at universities, served in leadership roles on state hospice and dementia advisory boards, and trained healthcare professionals across the United States as well as internationally in China.Her work emphasizes coaching and support to help navigate everyday challenges in caring for someone living with dementia._______________________________________________________________Contact Kim Hegwood- Elder Law AttorneyWebsite: https://yourlegacylegalcare.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCareLinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare/YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@yourlegacylegalcareYour Legacy Legal Care 1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Suite 100 Houston, TX 77062 (281) 218-0880