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Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming
Maybe you are wondering...
“Will I get dementia if my parent has it?” or “How do I know when it’s time for hospice?” or "when do I take away the keys?"
Get the answers to these and other essential questions from a board-certified nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience.
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Caring for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming
Maybe you are wondering...
“Will I get dementia if my parent has it?” or “How do I know when it’s time for hospice?” or "when do I take away the keys?"
Get the answers to these and other essential questions from a board-certified nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience.
Receive the link to watch and download our free guide below:
Your Partner in Dementia Care
Navigating dementia care can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At DCA, we provide you resources to help you understand, manage, and support your loved one through every stage of their journey.
Our goal is to make complex information accessible, empowering you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions.
Whether you’re struggling with daily caregiving tasks, managing difficult behaviors, or simply need emotional support, we are here to help.
We believe that with the right support, you can navigate this path with confidence and resilience.
Your Partner in Dementia Care
Navigating dementia care can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. We provide resources to help you understand, manage, and support your loved one through every stage of their journey.
Our goal is to make complex information accessible, empowering you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions.
Whether you’re struggling with daily caregiving tasks, managing difficult behaviors, or simply need emotional support, we are here to help.
We believe that with the right support, you can navigate this path with confidence and resilience.
MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Hey, I'm Laura!
I'm Laura Wilkerson, a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 25 years in the medical field—and a personal passion for supporting caregivers like you.
My journey in dementia care started in the emergency department, where I saw the struggles faced by those caring for loved ones with cognitive impairments. This fuelled my drive to make a difference.
Over the years, I’ve worked in family practice, launched a medical house calls service, and even owned assisted living facilities with memory care units—all to better understand and address the unique challenges caregivers face.
My approach is holistic: I believe in treating the whole person, not just the medical condition, and that means recognizing the unique story of each individual with dementia.
I created the Dementia Caregivers Academy because I saw a gap in support, education, and community for caregivers.
Here, you won’t just find expert advice—you’ll find a compassionate community, a wealth of resources, and a space where you feel understood and empowered.
My mission is to walk alongside you, helping you navigate this path with confidence and compassion. Let's make this journey a little less overwhelming—together.
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Kind words
We’re honored to support caregivers from all walks of life, and it’s incredibly rewarding to hear how our resources, guidance, and community have made a difference. Here’s what some of our wonderful members have to say about their experiences.
"Thank you so much for all you do. My wife is 49 and has FTLD and has been having mini- strokes for the past year. Finding you has been a saving grace to put all the pieces together in a way that makes sense. I am so happy that I found you. Thank you."
T.B. (caregiver)
"Love your videos. Makes my mums situation so much easier to understand and relate to."
K.W.M. (caregiver)
"I am so glad I found you, you are so helpful and your tips for caring with someone with dementia make the care process make it easier. Your sense of calm in a world of chaos is so helpful to me. I wish I found you sooner."
C.M. (caregiver)
Kind words
We’re honored to support caregivers from all walks of life, and it’s incredibly rewarding to hear how our resources, guidance, and community have made a difference.
Here’s what some of our wonderful members have to say about their experiences.
"Thank you so much for all you do. My wife is 49 and has FTLD and has been having mini- strokes for the past year. Finding you has been a saving grace to put all the pieces together in a way that makes sense. I am so happy that I found you. Thank you."
T.B. (caregiver)
"Love your videos. Makes my mums situation so much easier to understand and relate to."
K.W.M. (caregiver)
"I am so glad I found you, you are so helpful and your tips for caring with someone with dementia make the care process make it easier. Your sense of calm in a world of chaos is so helpful to me. I wish I found you sooner."
C.M. (caregiver)
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