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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2025 · 26 MIN

How do you care for a parent with Dementia?

from Conversations With Intent · host Intent Clinical

Caring for an aging parent is never easy—especially when dementia enters the picture. In this deeply moving episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark is joined by Denine Gentilella, who opens up about her family’s journey as caregivers for their fiercely independent mother after signs of dementia began to emerge.Denine shares the emotional and practical decisions she and her brothers faced as they shifted from supportive children to full-time caregivers. This episode is a candid and compassionate look at the realities of dementia caregiving, from recognizing early symptoms to making tough calls about intervention and care.Whether you’re just beginning to notice changes in a loved one or already navigating full-time caregiving, this conversation offers insight, solidarity, and guidance for families learning how to care with intention.Topics Covered:Early signs of dementia in aging parentsHow to know when to step in as a caregiverThe emotional toll and family dynamics of caregivingMaking difficult decisions while honoring your parent’s dignityResources, support, and tips for navigating the dementia journeyResources & Links:Visit Intent ClinicalEmail the showFollow on InstagramFollow on FacebookConnect on LinkedInDiana Clark on LinkedIn

In the fifth episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark sits down with Denine Gentilella to discuss the emotional and practical journey of caring for a parent with dementia. Denine shares the real-life challenges she and her brothers faced as they navigated the gradual shift from supporting their fiercely independent mother to stepping in as full-time caregivers. Their story is a candid look at the questions so many families face: When do you step in? How do you make the hard calls? And how do you stay connected through it all?

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Caring for an aging parent is never easy—especially when dementia enters the picture. In this deeply moving episode of Conversations with Intent, Diana Clark is joined by Denine Gentilella, who opens up about her family’s journey as caregivers for...

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