Tanya Taibl on Better Communication in Dementia Care | 1,553

Tanya Taibl believes dementia care begins with seeing the person, not just the diagnosis. With a background in special education, Tanya brings a unique and deeply compassionate perspective to supporting individuals experiencing cognitive decline and the families who care for them. Rather than focusing solely on what has been lost, she focuses on what remains possible through adaptation, communication, and understanding. Her work centers on helping care partners and loved ones navigate the complexities of dementia with greater confidence, empathy, and practical strategies. By exploring how communication styles, environmental design, and relationship dynamics influence quality of life, Tanya helps create experiences that preserve dignity, connection, and meaning. What sets her approach apart is a simple but powerful shift in perspective: instead of asking what a person can no longer do, she asks how we can better support who they still are. Through education, advocacy, and guidance, Tanya is helping families move beyond frustration and fear toward deeper connection, reminding us that even in the presence of cognitive decline, every person deserves to be understood, respected, and valued. Today’s guest: www.instagram.com/Tanya_T_Memoirist Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.