When supporting a person with dementia it is important to not only acknowledge their experience, but yours also. Keeping communication channels open and sharing your experiences with each other can help with understanding each other’s journey. This can help with feeling validated and heard and can offer an experience of being understood for both you and your family member(s). We may not always be able to change the way something is or the experience a person is having, but we can help each other to navigate a way through that experience in a supportive and caring way.