Why I Created The ConnectEd Pathway™
After running Cognitive Stimulation Therapy groups, many families would ask what "magic" I was doing in the room. They watched their loved one become more engaged, more confidence, more connected.
Families kept asking me the same question:
"How can we create this connection at home?"
At the same time, families were coming to see me for private consultations. Together, we would talk about what was changing, how dementia was affecting everyday life, practical strategies that could help, and the services and support available to them.
Again and again, I heard comments like:
"I wish we'd had this information earlier."
"Why didn't anyone explain it this way?"
"I finally understand what's happening."
"I feel so much more positive and in control."
I realised people needed more than information.
They needed understanding.
This led me to develop The Connect Method® - my therapist-guided framework that combines practical dementia education, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy and neurological rehabilitation principles.
The ConnectEd Family Pathway™ brings this framework together into one complete, step-by-step family program.
"This is a great program & my client's have really enjoyed participating"
[Perth Geriatrician]
Over Three Months You'll
Understand What's Changing
Make sense of dementia and know how to help
Feel More
Confident
Build confidence with therapist guidance and support
Support Thinking & Communication
Learn practical evidence-based ways to support skills
Create Meaningful Moments
Strengthen connection through enjoyable shared experiences
Know What
To Do
Confidently apply strategies and learn about support options
Continue Living Well Together
Move forward with confidence, knowledge and practical skills
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What is an Activity Session Like?
💙 20-30 minute sessions
💙 Enjoy over a cup of tea or coffee
💙 Clear step-by-step guidance
💙 Adult-focused topics & activities
💙 Everything delivered to your door
Topics may include:
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Current events and interesting discussions
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Sharing stories, experiences and memories
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Language and communication activities
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Creative thinking and problem-solving
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Everyday reasoning and decision-making
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Shared conversations & experiences
Activities are designed to target areas of thinking commonly impacted by dementia
Watch a Preview
Watch a one-minute excerpt from the Understanding Dementia component of the ConnectEd Family Pathway™ and discover how Amanda makes complex information simple, practical and easy to understand.
This Program Is Ideal For You If...
You want practical, evidence based guidance
Are supporting a person living with mild to moderate dementia.
Have a regular support person to complete enjoyable activities together with
Want a structured program that is flexible & only takes 20 mins twice a week
Value therapist guidance and ongoing support
Are ready to take positive action and build confidence.
This program may not be suitable if...
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There isn't a regular support person available to complete the activities.
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The person is unable to safely participate in the program.
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You're looking for individual assessment or one-to-one clinical treatment.
What's Included
The ConnectEd Family Pathway™ offers much more than Cognitive Stimulation Therapy.
It combines three complementary components that work together to help families confidently support life after a dementia diagnosis.
Understanding & Practical Guidance
Positive, therapist-guided learning that helps you understand what's changing, support everyday life, and know where to turn for help.
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6 therapist-guided video modules
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Downloadable guides and practical resources
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Simple explanations in everyday language
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Evidence-based strategies for everyday life
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Positive approach to living well
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Self-paced learning that fits around daily life
Value $699
Cognitive Stimulation Program
Therapist-guided activities to strengthen thinking, communication, confidence, and connection with people at home.
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14 therapist-guided activities
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Printed handbook with step-by-step guidance
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Boutique resource kit
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Coaching videos for every activity
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Flexible activities to suit different abilities
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Conveniently delivered to your door
Value $2800
3 Months of Therapist Support
Therapist guidance and support to help you confidently apply what you're learning at home and tailor program to suit your perons' strengths.
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3 months' access to all digital resources
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Live group Q&A sessions with Amanda
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Keep your printed handbook and resources
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Guidance to help tailor activities
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Ask questions and receive expert support
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Everything is provided & delivered to your door
Value $899
ConnectEd Family Pathway™
A complete therapist-guided pathway for living well with dementia
Combining practical dementia education, Cognitive Stimulation Therapy, therapist guidance and enjoyable home activities, the ConnectEd Family Pathway™ helps families understand what's changing and confidently put evidence-based strategies into practice at home.
Total Value $4398
Bundled Price only $1997
program may be eligible for Support at Home funding - see FAQ
A Small Program by Design - To provide personalised guidance and high quality resources, places are intentionally limited, and enrolments open three times each year.
"This program is amazing, and the results have been so rewarding for everyone involved. We've shared so many laughs together, and it's been wonderful knowing we're actively supporting our family member's thinking and communication. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to support a person living with dementia or cognitive decline." Daughter
"Just wanted to let you know how great it has been to be able to do this at home. My husband's health hasn't been the best over the last month, so being able to do the activities when he is feeling up to it has been fantastic. He has a few favourite activities, and some are now enjoyed with the grandkids when they visit. The entire program is wonderful and made even easier by the videos showing us how to get the most out of each activity. We've felt fully supported throughout the program and would, and have, recommended it to others." Wife
About Amanda
Neurological Physiotherapist
Amanda has more than 25 years experience helping people maximise independence, participation and quality of life after neurological injury and disease.
She is passionate about helping families understand what's changing and provides practical, evidence-based guidance they can use in everyday life