Create space
for yourself
when caregiving
takes over.
Practical and emotional support for caregivers navigating dementia-related challenges, stress, medical system confusion, and the pressure of making decisions for someone who needs more care.
You may be here because caregiving has become more than you expected.
Someone you care about needs more support, and you are not sure what to do next.
Dementia-related changes are making communication, behaviour, or daily routines harder.
You are trying to understand what help exists through the medical system or private resources.
You feel pressure to make decisions, but every option feels complicated.
You are stressed, exhausted, angry, guilty, numb, or overwhelmed.
You need someone who can help you sort through the practical pieces without ignoring what this is doing to you.
You do not have to sort through all of it alone.
Caregiver Coaching
I work privately with caregivers who need practical guidance and emotional support while caring for someone who needs more help. Sessions can help you sort through what is happening, what resources may be available, what decisions need your attention, and how to create more space for yourself inside the role.
Immediate Support
When caregiving feels urgent, my immediate support helps you slow the panic, sort through what is happening, and identify the next step that makes the most sense right now.
I didn't have anyone to talk to who understood. You can.
The truth is my caregiving was really, really hard. Not always gentle, tidy, or inspiring — sometimes it was messy, sometimes it was scary. Bathroom accidents. Repeated questions. Family conflict. Hospital pressure. Decisions no one prepared me to make. I coach caregivers because I don't want anyone to go through what my mom and I did without someone in their corner.
When my mom was diagnosed with young-onset dementia, I became her full-time caregiver. I learned how confusing the medical system can be, how quickly caregiving can take over, and how much emotional strength it takes to keep showing up when nothing feels simple.
That lived experience shapes everything I offer now — the real version of caregiving, not the polishedone.
Why Caregivers Call Katrina
2023 Caregiver Advocacy Award recipient
Seven years as primary full-time caregiver for her mom
Vancouver-based caregiver coach and advocate
Advisor to prominent organizations, educational institutes, programs, and projects across BC and nationally
Knowledge of public and private resource options in BC and nationwide
Creator of caregiver-focused media seen by millions
Direct, honest support for the parts of caregiving people rarely talk about
In a crisis Katrina is my first call.
-E.B.
A Trusted Voice In Caregiving Advocacy
Visit the resources page for more media contributions, Things Not To Say To A Caregiver and Therapeutic Fibbing.