Dementia FAQs with Paschalina Pazou: Expert Answers for Families in Wembley
Our Registered Care Manager, Paschalina Pazou, answers Wembley families’ most common dementia questions. Discover practical care tips and watch the full expert video.
When dementia touches your family, it often brings more uncertainty than answers. Families across Wembley regularly ask us: Can my dad still enjoy life at home? What happens if Mum forgets who I am? How do I respond when the same question keeps coming up?
To provide clear, compassionate advice, Paschalina Pazou, our award-winning Registered Care Manager at Home Instead Wembley, joined a panel of dementia specialists and family carers to share practical guidance and real-life experience.
Below are a few of the questions she’s most often asked, plus a link to the full discussion on YouTube, where you’ll find many more expert insights.
Watch the full discussion here
Can my loved one still enjoy life with dementia?
Absolutely. As Paschalina explains, dementia changes the way someone experiences the world, but it doesn’t erase their ability to feel joy, comfort, or connection. The key is adapting life around their strengths, creating routines that feel familiar, reducing stress, and finding activities that spark memories or laughter.
“Life can still be full and meaningful,” she says. “With patience and good support, people living with dementia can thrive, not just survive.”
What if my loved one stops recognising me?
This is one of the hardest moments families fear, and it doesn’t happen to everyone. Recognition may come and go, but emotion remains constant; your loved one still feels your kindness and warmth.
Paschalina suggests reintroducing yourself gently when needed, using photo albums or name boards to provide visual reassurance. What matters most isn’t whether they know your name that day, but that they feel safe and loved in your presence.
How can I cope with repeated questions?
Repetition often signals anxiety or confusion, not defiance. Paschalina advises responding calmly and consistently, even if you’ve heard the same question many times. Visual reminders, like notes, cue cards, or whiteboards, can reduce worry by helping the person find answers independently.
Above all, try not to take it personally. As Paschalina puts it, “It’s the condition that repeats, not the person. Our job is to stay steady, not stressed.”
How do I help others understand what caring is like?
Caring for someone with dementia can feel like an invisible job. Paschalina encourages carers to be open with others about what it’s really like. Not only the challenges, but also the small victories and funny moments that make up daily life.
By sharing those experiences, you invite empathy and build understanding within your community. Openness helps
Why the words we use matter
Language has power. Paschalina often reminds families that words shape how people see dementia and how they see themselves. Phrases like “living with dementia” rather than “suffering from dementia” promote dignity, while gentle, reassuring communication can transform daily interactions.
“The right words create calm and confidence,” she says. “They remind us that the person is always more important than the condition.”
Learn More from Our Experts
These FAQs only scratch the surface. In the full YouTube video, Paschalina and the panel explore:
– Ways to build confidence and independence for loved ones
– Tips for carers to maintain their own wellbeing
– Simple methods to reduce anxiety and create calm, reassuring routines
Watch the full video here
Dementia Care in Wembley
At Home Instead Wembley, our Care Professionals complete specialist City & Guilds-assured dementia training, designed and led by experts like Paschalina. Every visit is unhurried, compassionate, and tailored to each person’s life story.
Whether you’re looking for companionship, daily support, or respite care, we’re here to help you and your loved one feel confident and supported every step of the way.
Call us on 0208 022 4590 or make an enquiry online to learn more about dementia care at home in Wembley.