Articles & Stories To Support You On Your Journey

After years of caring for his wife, Peggy, with dementia, Graham Bousfield now mentors other caregivers through Duet. In this reflective piece, he shares how learning to validate another person’s reality, rather than correct it, can deepen empathy, strengthen relationships, and transform grief into wisdom.

When a loved one begins showing signs of dementia, Parkinson’s, or another neurological condition, it can feel overwhelming, especially if they resist a diagnosis or deny anything is wrong. In this heartfelt piece from Jewish News of Greater Phoenix, Bob Roth explores why denial is a natural but difficult response, and how families can respond with empathy, gentle conversation, and proactive planning. With the right support, resources, and early intervention, families can help their loved ones maintain dignity, independence, and connection through the challenges of memory and movement disorders.

Latino caregivers in Arizona face unique challenges, from misconceptions about memory loss to not identifying as “caregivers.” Duet is addressing these barriers through culturally relevant programs like Memoria En Mosaicos, an art workshop raising dementia awareness.

While May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, aging and dementia care expert Elaine Poker-Yount reminds us that our mental well-being deserves attention year-round.

Online support groups offer more than just a place to talk—they create a space where caregivers can connect, feel seen, and find strength in one another. In Duet’s Caring for Aging Parents support group, Julie and Tammy, two caregivers from different states, formed a deep friendship rooted in compassion, shared grief, and mutual support. Despite never having met in person, their virtual connection became a lifeline through the emotional challenges of caregiving.

When Linda’s husband was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, she faced overwhelming grief. Hear how she found strength through Duet’s caregiver programs—and how she’s now guiding others through loss, healing, and life beyond caregiving.