Exercise works out our body
Cognitive Stimulation works out our brain™
What Is Cognitive Stimulation?
Cognitive stimulation is a structured, non-drug approach for people living with dementia and cognitive changes. Through engaging, adult-focused activities and conversations, it encourages thinking, language, communication and problem-solving, while building on their existing strengths.
Unlike Sudoku or crosswords, the focus is on exercising a wide range of thinking skills that support daily life. Cognitive Connections™ draws on the established principles of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), neurorehabilitation and relationship-centred care.
Cognitive Connections™
Ready-to-Go Programs for Families and Care Providers.
For care providers: Group and Individual programs for your trained staff to run, with training, resources and support personalised to your organisations needs and budget.
For families: A 7-week program to do together at home, guided by a neurological physiotherapist.
Everything you need is provided and delivered to you. Just pop on the kettle and get started.
Personalised Dementia Guidance
Looking to understand what may be changing, and what can help?
Most families and care providers I meet don't need or want MORE INFORMATION. They need help knowing which information matters for them, and how to use it in daily life.
I’m a neurological physiotherapist with over 25 years’ experience, and I offer a small number of personalised consultations for people living with dementia, families and care providers.
Meet Amanda Burnby
Neurological Physiotherapist & Dementia Consultant
With over 25 years' experience in rehabilitation and postgraduate training in dementia, I'm passionate about helping people living with dementia build on their strengths, and continue living well in spite of the diagnosis.
I developed Cognitive Connections™ to bring high-quality, adult-focused cognitive stimulation to more people through activities that respect their life experiences, opinions and interests.
Through ready-to-run programs, facilitator education and guidance, families and care teams can lead engaging cognitive stimulation sessions with ease and confidence.