Hi I'm Nicole.
Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming and isolating. I created this space as a calm place for families to land - with practical tools, compassionate guidance, and clear direction for the moments that feel heavy.
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My goal is to help you feel more confident, less alone, and more supported as you navigate dementia care, communication, and unpredictable seasons that come with it.
My Story
I'm Nicole Waugh, a dementia-informed family educator with years of experience supporting caregivers as they navigate difficult decisions, changing behaviors (or expressions, as we like to call them), and emotional overwhelm.
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My mission is simple:
to make dementia care feel less confusing and more manageable for families.
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I draw from real-world experience and a calm, approachable style to make complex situations easier to understand and respond to. Over the years, I've walked alongside hundreds of families through transitions, uncertainty, and the emotional weight that caregiving brings.
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Rooted Willow exists to offer simple, meaningful, and accessible support — one clear, compassionate resource at a time.
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