As a Dementia Exercise Specialist and Licensed Dementia Care Mapper, I bring over 20 years of experience working with individuals living with dementia, their families, and the environments in which they are supported. My career has been dedicated to helping people live well with dementia through movement, meaningful activity, and person-centred care.

In my current role as Head of Health, Well-Being and Dementia for a respected UK elderly care charity, I lead the development of inclusive, evidence-based exercise programmes tailored to the needs and abilities of those living with dementia—at home, in the community, or in care settings.

I am also responsible for ensuring that the environment we provide within our care lends itself to the utmost well-being of the residents who live with Dementia.

Exercise offers a range of proven benefits for people with dementia, including:

Supporting brain health and slowing cognitive decline

Improving mood, reducing anxiety, and easing agitation

Enhancing strength, balance, and mobility

Reducing the risk of falls and hospital admissions

Supporting better sleep and appetite

Increasing confidence and helping maintain independence

Creating opportunities for social connection and meaningful engagement

Remaining active and independent for as long as possible is not only important for physical health, but for self-esteem, identity, and quality of life. Movement—no matter how gentle—can be powerful medicine.

My approach respects the person, works with what is possible, and is rooted in understanding, consistency, and kindness. I offer support to individuals, care providers, and families who want to make physical activity a regular, enjoyable, and safe part of daily life.

If you're looking for expert guidance on dementia-friendly exercise—whether at home, in the community, or in a care setting—I’d be glad to support you.