Dementia Educator
Staff Training   Family Support

Education is key, 
and knowledge is the power to empower.

Deborah Seelhoff
Deborah Seelhoff is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Positive Approach to Care Certified Independent Trainer with more than 11 years of experience in dementia care education and support.

 She is dedicated to transforming the culture of dementia care by empowering families and training care partners in assisted living and memory care communities. Deborah’s work emphasizes the importance of uniting people living with dementia, their families, and care partners. 

She believes that while dementia training is often not required, it is essential for providing high-quality, compassionate care and equipping care partners with the skills they need to succeed. Her passion is helping families navigate every stage of dementia with greater understanding, patience, and compassion. 

Through education and support, Deborah encourages families to stay connected, create meaningful moments, and discover opportunities for joy throughout the dementia journey.



Dementia Education Presentation                  Get Ready to Care with Confidence!

This engaging 90-minute presentation helps families and communities better understand dementia, brain changes, and how to build meaningful relationships with those living with dementia. Perfect for care communities, businesses, churches, libraries, and community groups, this presentation provides practical insights, education, and hope for the dementia journey. Together, we can make a difference.

CARE PARTNER TRAINING

This 3-part training series helps care partners better understand dementia and provide compassionate, person-centered care. Learn about brain changes, vision and hearing changes, Positive Physical Approach™, and practical strategies that help people living with dementia maintain purpose, choice, and quality of life. Ideal for memory care, assisted living, home care, healthcare providers, and placement professionals looking to enhance their dementia care expertise and stand out in their community

Understanding Dementia:                                      A Family Education & Support Session

When dementia changes a family, understanding makes all the difference. This personalized service includes a phone consultation, in-home visit, and educational session to help families understand dementia, navigate behavior changes, strengthen relationships, and develop practical caregiving strategies. Designed for family members and caregivers seeking greater confidence, support, and hope on the dementia journey.

Dementia Education for Senior Care Professionals

Anyone who supports older adults will encounter individuals living with dementia. This training provides practical strategies to improve communication, reduce distress, and deliver person-centered care. Ideal for senior living staff, home care providers, healthcare professionals, wound care specialists, placement advisors, first responders, clergy, and others serving older adults. Better dementia education leads to better care and better outcomes



Dementia is an umbrella term for
a group of symptoms affecting the ability to think, behave, complete everyday tasks, and reason.

Though you may have difficulties remembering things on occasion,
these are not signs you have dementia. 
You may not remember things as quickly as you used to!
This is Normal Aging.
DEMENTIA is an umbrella term that describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain.
Alzheimer’s, Vascular, Frontal Temporal and Lewy Body are all types of Dementia

There's no single test to determine what type of dementia someone has
Most often we notice:
-characteristic changes in thinking
-behavior
-day-to-day function
It can be difficult to determine the exact type because symptoms and brain changes of
different dementias can overlap.

We support our person based on their individual capabilities and needs.
With Dementia (Brain Failure), people tend to “live in the moment”. Your mom might not recognize your name, but she does recognize your voice, your energy, and the familiar conversation. Learning how the person changes helps us support them and build a better relationship for everyone.


  • Waterford Township, MI, USA

Click on my email to contact me directly. Feel free to contact me to schedule a Free Phone Consultation! This will best assess how to move forward.


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  •  06/23/2026 03:20 PM - 06/23/2026 03:20 PM
  •   43902 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA

Dementia affects the whole family. Join me to better understand the dementia journey, learn ways to support your loved one, and discover resources that can help families navigate the challenges with confidence, compassion and connection

  •  07/14/2026 06:00 PM - 07/14/2026 03:27 PM
  •   3033 North Squirrel Road, Auburn Hills, MI, USA

Join us for a safe, supportive space for caregivers and families navigating the journey of dementia.


"Dementia Forward is a program specifically designed to educate communities, family members and care partners in order to give the best care and support to People Living with Dementia"

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