Compassionate Dementia
Care Training and Education
Caring for someone living with dementia can feel overwhelming. As you observe changes in their behaviours, abilities, memory, and language, the person you once knew may seem different now. That’s brain change!
Through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care® (PAC®), I provide guidance that empowers families and professionals to care for PLWDs with confidence, compassion, and respect, enhancing their PLWDs’ quality of life. Together we can make a positive difference!
There’s no manual, and you’re not alone.
Understanding the Caregiver’s Journey
Dementia is not merely a statistic; it represents one of the most urgent health challenges facing Canada today.
Every day, 350 new families begin caring for a loved one with dementia.
By 2030, nearly 1 million Canadians are expected to be living with dementia.
The impact of dementia affects not only those diagnosed but also the health and
well-being of their caregivers.Family and friends contribute 580 million hours of dementia care each year.
This caregiving effort is equivalent to the work done by approximately 290,000 full-time employees.
Caregivers provide crucial care, safety, and emotional support, often at a significant personal cost.
If you have ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, or anxious about how to provide the best care, know that you are not alone. Thousands of caregivers share these same challenges daily—questioning their adequacy, grappling with guilt, and fearing burnout.
At SKC, we offer more than just training; we provide a supportive partner that understands your journey. We empower you with the knowledge and resources to connect, adapt, and thrive in your caregiving role, making a meaningful difference in both your life and the lives of those you care for.
Meet Sarah, Your Trusted Guide for Dementia Care
Sarah supported her parents through serious illnesses and dementia. She knows firsthand the stress, uncertainty, and emotional toll that caregiving brings — and the difference it makes when you have practical tools and support. Knowledge is power!
I’ve combined my lived experience with professional expertise as a Certified Positive Approach to Care (PAC) Dementia Trainer, a GPA Certified Educator, and a Certified Program Director for Dementia Care.
Through customized workshops, one-on-one coaching, and professional training, I equip both families and health care teams with practical skills to:
Recognize and respond to dementia-related changes with confidence.
Communicate more effectively using PAC® and Hand-under-Hand® techniques.
Navigate care decisions — from diagnosis and legal planning to long-term care options.
Protect caregiver well-being through brain health and self-care strategies.
My mission is simple: to make caregiving less overwhelming, more empowering, and always rooted in compassion and dignity.
Why Families and Professionals Work with Sharing Know-How with Caregivers
As a certified Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™) Dementia Care Trainer and educator (GPA®-certified too), I have the privilege of working with healthcare professionals, home care teams, and family care partners. My workshops aren’t lectures — they’re interactive, dynamic, hands-on sessions designed to provide you with invaluable tools, practical skills, and the confidence to navigate each stage of dementia with compassion and clarity.
In our time together, you will gain insights:
The complexities of dementia and brain change — what’s happening, and how it affects day-to-day life, enhancing your understanding and empathy.
Normal vs. not-normal aging — learning to distinguish between typical aging signs and indications that may require attention if it's something more (medications; sleep issues, etc.)
The GEMS® states of Dementia — shifting your perspective to see what the person living with dementia is dealing with and acknowledging their evolving capabilities and unique strengths.
Practical PAC® skills and tips — equipping yourself with Positive Approach® communication strategies and the gentle Hand-under-Hand® technique to nurture connection and support.
Warning signs and early diagnosis — appreciating the critical importance of recognizing changes early, enabling timely interventions that help make a difference.
“Now what?” after diagnosis — receiving guidance on navigating Power of Attorney, financial planning, Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders, home care services, elder care, retirement living, memory care, and long-term care options, as well as community supports and resources.
Supporting the care partner — caring for your overall well-being and prioritizing your brain health, which focuses on the 14 modifiable risk factors (Lancet Commission).
Every workshop is customized — whether you’re a family member seeking to feel less overwhelmed or a healthcare professional looking to deepen your expertise. My mission is simple yet powerful: to empower you with the knowledge and support needed to feel prepared, connected, and confident as you navigate this journey.
Who Do We Help
Health & Home Care Professionals
Set Realistic Expectations
Connect - don’t correct!
Focus on what matters most for safety, comfort, and connection. Care is not a task; it’s a relationship!
Receive a course certificate.
Families Care & Individuals
Caring for a loved one with dementia can feel overwhelming.
The one-on-one coaching and family-focused training offer simple, compassionate strategies to reduce stress, strengthen connection, and help you feel more prepared each day.
Community Workshops
Let’s work together to
de-stigmatize dementia!
Bring your group, workplace, or organization together for engaging dementia education.
My interactive workshops are tailored to community needs — equipping members with practical knowledge and skills to support people living with dementia (PLWD).
In-Person and Remote Options
Learning should be accessible wherever you are.
That’s why I offer flexible training options — attend in-person for hands-on practice or join remotely to gain the same valuable skills from the comfort of home or workplace.
Ready to Feel More Confident in Your Caregiving Journey?
Experience Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) as every care partner deserves, support, guidance and love!