What if the first step after a dementia diagnosis wasn’t fear—but connection?

In this compelling episode, Olivia Cohen, Director of Early-Stage and Engagement Services at CaringKind, opens the door to a world where a diagnosis is not the end—but the beginning of a deeply supportive journey. Olivia walks us through CaringKind’s early-stage programs, where individuals living with dementia—and the people who care for them—find understanding, purpose, and community from day one.

From initial diagnosis through the full continuum of care, these programs offer more than just education or support—they offer empowerment. Clients, care partners, families, and friends all become part of a shared experience that fosters growth, creativity, and lasting bonds. Olivia also shares how bearing witness to this journey has profoundly shaped her own life and perspective.

If you or someone you love is navigating the early stages of dementia, this episode will show you what’s possible when care starts early—and grows with you every step of the way.

CaringKind Early Stage Programs:

https://www.caringkindnyc.org/earlystage/

CaringKind Website:

https://www.caringkindnyc.org/

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