This program was developed by a neurological physiotherapist using evidence-based Cognitive Stimulation Therapy principles. The activities are thoughtfully structured to stimulate areas of thinking often affected by dementia, including attention, communication, reasoning and memory — while supporting meaningful conversation and connection.   Each activity can be adapted. The manual and 8-week coaching period guide you step-by-step in personalising sessions to suit your person’s strengths, interests, background and confidence.   People from many different walks of life — including those who have led businesses, studied at university, raised families and travelled widely — have participated and found the sessions engaging and worthwhile.

Yes. This program strengthens thinking and communication at home, which can help your person feel more confident and engaged when spending time with others.   It is not a replacement for social connection. Instead, it works alongside social activities by supporting confidence, conversation and participation.   Many families find that when thinking and communication are being supported consistently at home, their person feels more comfortable joining community groups and spending time with friends and family.

This program is designed to strengthen your relationship and support connection at home. It also supports caregiver wellbeing by giving you gentle guidance, structure and confidence in how to connect.   You are not being asked to become a therapist. Sessions are short (around 20–30 minutes) and designed to fit naturally into everyday life — like sharing a coffee or sitting together on the lounge.   Many families find that having a clear framework actually reduces stress and makes time together feel more positive and purposeful.   If life already feels full, sessions can be shared with a trusted support person - and it’s always okay if this isn’t the right time for you.

Some families choose to explore funding through Support at Home (or a Home Care Package). If you wish to explore this option, we can assist by: – Providing a general letter outlining the program – Registering with your provider to help facilitate the process Program fees are payable prior to commencement. If funding is declined or reduced, the participant remains responsible for the full program fee. Funding decisions are made by your individual provider and approval cannot be guaranteed. Please note: This program is not eligible for NDIS funding.

That’s absolutely fine. All activities and guidance are clearly set out in the manual, and videos can be watched at any time during the program timeframe. If you can’t attend a live Q&A, you can submit questions in advance. Sessions are recorded and shared to watch later.

Yes. Connect at Home™ is a research-based cognitive stimulation program designed specifically to support the changing needs of a person living with dementia. It uses well-established, evidence-based approaches that stimulate multiple areas of thinking to support confidence, communication, and connection, and is led by a neurological physiotherapist with over 20 years' of clinical experience.

You’ll have access to all online program materials for the duration of the program, plus an additional 30 days. Your printed manual and resources are yours to keep and reuse anytime.