{"id":444,"date":"2024-10-15T16:53:34","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T16:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comforcare.ca\/langley-surrey\/?page_id=444"},"modified":"2026-07-02T19:19:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:19:09","slug":"dementiawise-certified-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.comforcare.ca\/langley-surrey\/programs\/dementiawise-certified-care\/","title":{"rendered":"DementiaWise\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"bde-section-444-299 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-300 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<h2><b>Expert In-Home Dementia Care Through DementiaWise\u00ae<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are deeply committed to creating better days for those living with dementia through person-centered care. We understand that dementia doesn\u2019t come with an instruction manual and every individual has unique needs, but with the right support, many continue to live at home throughout the progression of the disease. Even extending time at home by six to twelve months makes a world of difference for families.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-301 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-302 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-303 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-304 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-305 bde-image\">\n<figure class=\"breakdance-image breakdance-image--2183\">\n\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-clip\"><a class=\"breakdance-image-link breakdance-image-link--url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WtQBdWgEHsk&list=PLu4WvBqW-_ZdTgVD4mL0e3yOm-N1I8VEx&index=5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-sub-html=\"\" data-lg-size=\"-\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"breakdance-image-object\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_StephanieGraphic.jpg\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_StephanieGraphic.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_StephanieGraphic-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_StephanieGraphic-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_StephanieGraphic-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_StephanieGraphic-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/a><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-306 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-307 bde-heading\">\nUnderstanding Alzheimer\u2019s\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-308 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WtQBdWgEHsk&amp;list=PLu4WvBqW-_ZdTgVD4mL0e3yOm-N1I8VEx&amp;index=5\"><b>Watch our educational video.<\/b><\/a><b>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to learn more about Alzheimer\u2019s, the most common form of dementia? With nearly 9 million older adults and their families impacted by a diagnosis that has no cure, compassionate care is our most powerful tool.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ComForCare understands that dementia is continually evolving and we adapt care plans as needs shift, with the goal of helping people live at home for as long as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-310 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-311 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-312 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-313 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-314 bde-heading\">\nDelivering Meaningful Results\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-315 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your knowledgeable partner, we deliver meaningful results by integrating evidence-based practices and specialized staff training. Our proprietary dementia care program, DementiaWise\u00ae, is recognized by the Alzheimer\u2019s Association and supported by research from Duke University.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DementiaWise\u00ae is an occupation-based, team-centered training program that helps home care teams resolve dementia-related challenges collaboratively with clients and their families. We focus on matching our specialized approach to an individual\u2019s specific stage while honoring personal preferences and leveraging remaining abilities. As a result, we improve everyday life for both our clients and their families.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div id=\"popuptoggle2\" class=\"bde-button-444-316 bde-button\">\n    \n                                    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">Get Started<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-317 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-video-444-318 bde-video\">\n<div class=\"ee-video-container\">\n                                                                            \n                                \n                <iframe\n                        class=\"ee-video lozad\"\n                title=\"\"\n                                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JCWVQPFEgLw?feature=oembed&playsinline=0&rel=0&enablejsapi=1\"\n                frameborder=\"0\"\n                allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\"\n                allowfullscreen>\n                <\/iframe>\n                    \n        \n            \n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-319 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-320 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<h2><b>DementiaWise\u00ae | National Recognition and Proven Efficacy\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DementiaWise has earned external validation that demonstrates best-in-class standards. This reflects our unwavering commitment to improving dementia care through our proprietary, research-backed training program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><style>\ntable {\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  width: 100%;\n}\n\ntd, th {\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding: 8px;\n}\n\ntr:nth-child(even){background-color: #f2f2f2;}\n\nth {\n  padding-top: 12px;\n  padding-bottom: 12px;\n  text-align: left;\n  background-color: #009eec;\n  color: white;\n}\n<\/style><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Recognition Body<\/th>\n<th>Key Validation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Alzheimer's Association<\/td>\n<td>Recognized for meeting the Association\u2019s evidence-based Dementia Care Practice Recommendations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Duke University<\/td>\n<td>Research-informed outcomes validate the program\u2019s positive impact on care teams.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>essentiaALZ\u00ae<\/td>\n<td>Care teams complete an integrated exam provided by the Alzheimer\u2019s Association to enhance expertise.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-321 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-322 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-323 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-324 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-325 bde-image\">\n<figure class=\"breakdance-image breakdance-image--1146\">\n\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-clip\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"breakdance-image-object\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/alzheimer-association.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/alzheimer-association.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/alzheimer-association-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-326 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-327 bde-heading\">\nDementiaWise Recognition by the Alzheimer\u2019s Association\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-328 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes ComForCare a premier partner in specialized home care. DementiaWise is a comprehensive curriculum that includes over seven hours of specialized training. To ensure the highest quality of service, 95% of our offices are currently DementiaWise\u00ae certified. Agencies and their teams complete this proprietary training alongside the essentiaALZ\u00ae exam to ensure they are equipped with the most advanced caregiving techniques.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div id=\"popuptoggle3\" class=\"bde-button-444-329 bde-button\">\n    \n                                    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">Get Started<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-330 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-331 bde-heading\">\nEvidence-Based Success: The Duke University Study\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-332 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mixed-methods study conducted by researchers in the Duke University Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program, in collaboration with Partnerships for Health, confirmed the positive impact of DementiaWise training.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The report identified two specific areas of high impact:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-columns-444-333 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-334 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"bde-heading-444-335 bde-heading\">\nHigher Self-Efficacy\n<\/h5><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-336 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DementiaWise (DW) training is positively associated with increased confidence among care members. The odds of higher self-efficacy in those who completed DW training were 1.6 times higher than those who had not yet participated.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-337 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"bde-heading-444-338 bde-heading\">\nHigher Job Satisfaction\n<\/h5><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-339 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caregivers who complete the training report a more fulfilling work experience. The odds of higher satisfaction among those who watched DW materials were 2.2 times higher than those who had not.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"bde-div-444-340 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-button-444-341 bde-button\">\n    \n                                    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CFC_AYS_DW_DukeStudy2022-1.pdf\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">See The Full Study Report<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-342 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-343 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-344 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-345 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-346 bde-heading\">\nOur Comprehensive, Customized Approach\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-347 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We ensure that every client living with dementia receives personalized care designed to enhance their well-being and independence.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our approach includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Stage-Specific Customization: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We match care interventions to the specific stage and unique needs of each client. Our strategies focus on positively impacting daily routines, managing \"sundowning\" to reduce distress, and utilizing sensory processing integration to make mealtime and showering more pleasurable for everyone involved.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Health and Resource Coordination:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We coordinate essential health services and recommend resources to enhance the home environment, supporting the client as their needs evolve.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Meaningful Engagement:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We provide vital social stimulation through activities focused on remaining abilities, consistent condition monitoring, and thoughtful companionship.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>The DementiaWise\u00ae Philosophy:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Our holistic framework leverages a client\u2019s remaining abilities to design a care plan that honors their dignity and strengths.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div id=\"popuptoggle4\" class=\"bde-button-444-348 bde-button\">\n    \n                                    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">Get Started<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-349 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bde-image2-444-350 bde-image2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Picture2.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Picture2.jpg 508w, https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Picture2-201x300.jpg 201w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\">\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-351 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-352 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-353 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-354 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-355 bde-image\">\n<figure class=\"breakdance-image breakdance-image--2184\">\n\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-clip\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"breakdance-image-object\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/StephanieW_DementiaExpert-400.jpg\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-356 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-357 bde-heading\">\nMeet the Expert Behind DementiaWise\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-358 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DementiaWise was developed in partnership with Heather McKay, PhD, OTR\/L, BCG, FAOTA, an award-winning occupational therapist and nationally recognized dementia care expert.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Named Dementia Care Professional of the Year by the Alzheimer\u2019s Foundation of America, Dr. McKay provides training for professionals, families, and organizations nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div id=\"popuptoggle5\" class=\"bde-button-444-359 bde-button\">\n    \n                                    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">Get Started<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-360 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-361 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"bde-heading-444-362 bde-heading\">\nTrust ComForCare for Real Answers<br>and Real Support\n<\/h3><div class=\"bde-text-444-363 bde-text\">\nDeciding if home care is the right step can be overwhelming. If you are uncertain about how to begin the process, rest assured that we can guide you. We are here to simplify the transition, provide expert recommendations, and ultimately help your loved one thrive at home.<br><br>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-button-444-364 bde-button\">\n    \n                                    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n            \n                    \n            \n            \n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <a class=\"breakdance-link button-atom button-atom--primary bde-button__button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.ca\/dementia-care\/dementia-faqs\/\" target=\"_self\" data-type=\"url\"  >\n\n    \n        <span class=\"button-atom__text\">SEE FAQs<\/span>\n\n        \n        \n                <\/a>\n\n    \n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-365 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-366 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-367 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-368 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-369 bde-heading\">\nOur ComForCare Caregivers & Operational Team Members\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-370 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are proud to employ caregivers who bring steady compassion and practical skills to their work every single day. Our caregivers are specially trained to meet clients exactly where they are in their journey, using evidence-based techniques that reduce frustration and foster meaningful moments of connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behind every caregiver is a dedicated support team working together to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Create Personalized Care Plans:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Tailored to your loved one\u2019s unique history, preferences, and current abilities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Adapt to Evolving Needs: <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We adjust care as the condition changes, ensuring our support evolves alongside the progression of dementia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Support Family Caregivers:<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> We provide education, regular updates, and coaching to help you feel more confident and less overwhelmed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-372 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bde-image2-444-373 bde-image2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/DementiaWise_CaregiverSupport-700.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\">\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-374 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-375 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-376 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-377 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-378 bde-image\">\n<figure class=\"breakdance-image breakdance-image--212\">\n\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"breakdance-image-clip\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"breakdance-image-object\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/dementia-4-550.jpg\" width=\"411\" height=\"550\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"bde-column-444-379 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-380 bde-heading\">\nOur Commitment to Excellence in Training\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-381 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We prioritize continuous education to ensure our team remains at the forefront of memory care. Our high engagement rates in specialized training reflect our dedication to quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong style=\"font-size: 25px;\">73.37%<\/strong> of all employees enrolled in our Learning Management System (LMS) have successfully completed DementiaWise\u00ae training.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In comparison to industry standards, this enrollment rate is a significant accomplishment and demonstrates our team's deep commitment to specialized dementia care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-size: 15px;\">Percentages are accurate as of August 2022 and represent the total number of caregivers enrolled in the LMS (including both active and inactive employees).<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><section class=\"bde-section-444-383 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-384 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<h2><b>The DementiaWise\u00ae Difference<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many agencies offer basic \"memory care\" or \"companionship,\" DementiaWise\u00ae sets a higher standard by integrating:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evidence-Based Home Care Strategies:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Our methods are built on proven scientific research specifically designed for the home environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Collaborative Team Approach: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our caregivers don't work in isolation. They are backed by clinical and emotional support through protocols that help identify the root causes of distress. Solutions are developed through a team-led effort, ensuring comprehensive care and specialized problem-solving.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Recognition and Validation:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Our program is validated by the Alzheimer\u2019s Association for meeting quality care standards and is supported by a Duke University study demonstrating the training\u2019s measurable impact.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprehensive Training for Real-World Solutions: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our curriculum includes over seven hours of intensive training, on key areas, including:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognizing that dementia affects functional abilities, not just memory, and many areas still remain that we continue to leverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mastering care strategies for early, middle, and late-stage dementia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to integrate meaningful engagement that stimulates the mind and body and continues to honor one\u2019s personhood.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proven techniques and tools for effective daily communication and support.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrating sensory-based care which eases personal care tasks and improves mealtime.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to integrate music into routine care plans as a way to reduce agitation and help individuals connect in a meaningful way. <a href=\"https:\/\/soundcloud.com\/steve-toll-183664833\/sets\/inspirational-songs\">Listen to songs from our very own Steve Toll.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This specialized care routinely reduces challenging behaviors by identifying underlying triggers, reduces boredom by leveraging remaining abilities through tailored activities and builds trust through consistency, creating a more peaceful environment for everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you choose ComForCare, you are choosing a highly trained, compassionate partner dedicated to helping your loved one live their best possible life at every stage of the journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section><div class=\"bde-globalblock-444-385 bde-globalblock\">\n<section class=\"bde-section-575-132-575-1 bde-section bde-section-575-132\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><h2 class=\"bde-heading-575-133-575-1 bde-heading bde-heading-575-133\">\nTestimonials From Our Verified Clients\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-text-575-134-575-1 bde-text bde-text-575-134\">\nRead how we are helping older adults live their best lives possible. Here is what clients say about their experience with our agency.\n<\/div><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bde-image2-575-135-575-1 bde-image2 bde-image2-575-135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.comforcare.com\/local-microsite\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/10\/powered-by-listen360-f4b2ee4eb1de168cb0a0155de8d059f89a1f55d35dab0e29feab426f586452cc.png\" alt=\"Listen360 logo\" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"(max-width: 221px) 100vw, 221px\"><div class=\"bde-div-575-136-575-1 bde-div bde-div-575-136\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-code-block-575-137-575-1 bde-code-block bde-code-block-575-137\">\n\n  \n<section class=\"listen360\">\n  <div id=\"reviews\">\n                  <div class=\"public-review\">\n          <!-- Heading (modified to prevent line breaks) -->\n          <div class=\"review-heading\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; margin-bottom:8px; white-space:nowrap;\">\n            Rated 10 out of 10 by E.P.          <\/div>\n\n          <!-- Accent -->\n          <div class=\"review-accent\" style=\"height:2px;background:#F2691F;width:100%;margin:0 0 10px 0;\"><\/div>\n\n          <!-- Prompt -->\n          <div class=\"review-prompt\" style=\"font-weight:700; margin-bottom:8px;\">\n            What did you like about your experience with ComForCare?\n          <\/div>\n\n          <!-- Comment (guaranteed non-empty by filter, now truncated to 300 chars) -->\n          <div class=\"review-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\">very great service<\/div>\n\n          <!-- Date (optional) -->\n                      <div class=\"review-date\" style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:#777;\">October 29, 2024<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n              <div class=\"public-review\">\n          <!-- Heading (modified to prevent line breaks) -->\n          <div class=\"review-heading\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; margin-bottom:8px; white-space:nowrap;\">\n            Rated 10 out of 10 by J.P.          <\/div>\n\n          <!-- Accent -->\n          <div class=\"review-accent\" style=\"height:2px;background:#F2691F;width:100%;margin:0 0 10px 0;\"><\/div>\n\n          <!-- Prompt -->\n          <div class=\"review-prompt\" style=\"font-weight:700; margin-bottom:8px;\">\n            What did you like about your experience with ComForCare?\n          <\/div>\n\n          <!-- Comment (guaranteed non-empty by filter, now truncated to 300 chars) -->\n          <div class=\"review-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\">Everyone I\u2019ve dealt with has been extremely helpful and supportive.<\/div>\n\n          <!-- Date (optional) -->\n                      <div class=\"review-date\" style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:#777;\">March 5, 2024<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n          \n    <a id=\"reviews-link\" href=\"https:\/\/app.listen360.com\/organizations\/3241706494897235568\/reviews\/public\">\n      Read More Reviews\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><section class=\"bde-section-444-386 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-387 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<h2><b>How to get started<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our intake specialists are ready to listen to your needs, answer your questions and help free you from the \"to-do lists,\" allowing you to focus on being a daughter, son, or spouse again.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During your free in-home consultation, we will:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen to your family\u2019s unique needs and preferences.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop a personalized care recommendation.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide the expert answers you need to help your family thrive.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t wait\u2014reach out today. 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