If you are reading this, chances are someone you love has just been diagnosed with dementia — or you have been suspecting something is wrong and you finally have a name for it. First, I want to say this: take a breath. You found your way here, and that matters. My name is Nikki. I am a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), a Certified Nursing Assistant, and I hold a Master of Medical Science. But more than my credentials, I have sat at the bedsides of families just like yours — families who were scared, exhausted, confused, and desperate for someone to tell them what to do next or how to care for their loved ones with compassion and empathy. That is exactly what this community is for. What Is Dementia Care 101? This community is a daily resource designed specifically for family caregivers. Every single day, I will post a new blog covering one aspect of dementia care — from understanding the diagnosis, to how to have a conversation without it turning into an argument, to keeping your loved one safe at home, to taking care of yourself in the middle of all of this. No medical jargon. No judgment. Just clear, honest, practical guidance from someone who does this work every day. What You Can Expect Here • Daily blog posts — a new topic every morning • Video courses that walk you through care skills step-by-step • A community of other caregivers who truly understand • Direct access to me for questions Dementia caregiving is one of the hardest things a person can do. But it does not have to be done alone, and it does not have to be done without information. Welcome to Dementia Care 101. I am so glad you are here.