{"id":444,"date":"2024-10-15T16:53:34","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T16:53:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atyoursidehomecare.com\/college-station\/?page_id=444"},"modified":"2026-06-24T14:01:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T14:01:40","slug":"dementiawise-certified-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/atyoursidehomecare.com\/college-station\/programs\/dementiawise-certified-care\/","title":{"rendered":"DementiaWise\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"bde-section-444-292 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-293 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-444-294 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-295 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-296 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-297 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-298 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-444-299 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-300 bde-heading\">\nUnderstanding Alzheimer\u2019s\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-301 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;\">At Your Side Home Care 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><div id=\"popuptoggle3\" class=\"bde-button-444-302 bde-button\">\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-444-303 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-304 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-305 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-306 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-307 bde-heading\">\nDelivering Meaningful Results\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-308 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=\"popuptoggle4\" class=\"bde-button-444-309 bde-button\">\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-444-310 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-video-444-311 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-444-312 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-313 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-444-314 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-315 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-316 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-317 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-318 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-444-319 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-320 bde-heading\">\nDementiaWise Recognition by the Alzheimer\u2019s Association\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-321 bde-rich-text breakdance-rich-text-styles\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes At Your Side Home Care 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=\"popuptoggle5\" class=\"bde-button-444-322 bde-button\">\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-444-323 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-324 bde-heading\">\nEvidence-Based Success: The Duke University Study\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-325 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-444-326 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-327 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"bde-heading-444-328 bde-heading\">\nHigher Self-Efficacy\n<\/h5><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-329 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-444-330 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"bde-heading-444-331 bde-heading\">\nHigher Job Satisfaction\n<\/h5><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-332 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-444-333 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-button-444-334 bde-button\">\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:\/\/atyoursidehomecare.com\/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-444-335 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-336 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-337 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-338 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-339 bde-heading\">\nOur Comprehensive, Customized Approach\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-340 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=\"popuptoggle6\" class=\"bde-button-444-341 bde-button\">\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-444-342 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bde-image2-444-343 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-444-344 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-345 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-346 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-347 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-348 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-444-349 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-350 bde-heading\">\nMeet the Expert Behind DementiaWise\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-351 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=\"popuptoggle7\" class=\"bde-button-444-352 bde-button\">\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-444-353 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-354 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"bde-heading-444-355 bde-heading\">\nTrust At Your Side Home Care for Real Answers and Real Support\n<\/h3><div class=\"bde-text-444-356 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-444-357 bde-button\">\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:\/\/atyoursidehomecare.com\/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-444-358 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-359 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-360 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-361 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-362 bde-heading\">\nOur At Your Side Caregivers & Operational Team Members\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-363 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><div id=\"popuptoggle8\" class=\"bde-button-444-364 bde-button\">\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-444-365 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"bde-image2-444-366 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-444-367 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-div-444-368 bde-div\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-columns-444-369 bde-columns\"><div class=\"bde-column-444-370 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bde-image-444-371 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-444-372 bde-column\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"bde-heading-444-373 bde-heading\">\nOur Commitment to Excellence in Training\n<\/h2><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-374 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><div id=\"popuptoggle9\" class=\"bde-button-444-375 bde-button\">\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-444-376 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-377 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 At Your Side Home Care, 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-444-378 bde-globalblock\"><div class=\"bde-code-block-575-132-575-1 bde-code-block bde-code-block-575-132\">\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 M.C.H.H.          <\/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 At Your Side?\n          <\/div>\n\n          <!-- Comment (guaranteed non-empty by filter, now truncated to 300 chars) -->\n          <div class=\"review-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\">I have been very impressed with the friendly professional service I have received from ComForCare.  In all my interactions with the staff I have felt that client satisfaction has been important to them.<\/div>\n\n          <!-- Date (optional) -->\n                      <div class=\"review-date\" style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:#777;\">June 26, 2026<\/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 L.G.          <\/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 At Your Side?\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 helpful in navigating guide programs<\/div>\n\n          <!-- Date (optional) -->\n                      <div class=\"review-date\" style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:#777;\">June 24, 2026<\/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 R.O.          <\/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 At Your Side?\n          <\/div>\n\n          <!-- Comment (guaranteed non-empty by filter, now truncated to 300 chars) -->\n          <div class=\"review-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px;\">There has been friendly and helpful information shared about how to get started with support in the home.  The staff has been helpful, observant, and respectful in getting to know the routines and needs of the client.  Communication from the office has also been helpful, encouraging, and attentive.<\/div>\n\n          <!-- Date (optional) -->\n                      <div class=\"review-date\" style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:#777;\">June 23, 2026<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n          \n    <a id=\"reviews-link\" href=\"https:\/\/app.listen360.com\/organizations\/1921378324232279041\/reviews\/public\">\n      Read More Reviews\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><section class=\"bde-section-444-379 bde-section\">\n  \n  \n\t\n\n\n\n<div class=\"section-container\"><div class=\"bde-rich-text-444-380 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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