Dear Fellow Caregiver,
From Lying in Bed, Depressed and Silent... to Singing Elvis Karaoke and Going Out for Lunch
Janine Lane, a Nurse Consultant Practitioner specializing in dementia care at Central London Community Healthcare Trust, recently shared two stories that will give you hope.
Story #1: The Woman Who Found Her Voice Again
"In my area, we have many people with expressive aphasia - they struggle to find words, can't have conversations, and eventually just... shut down," Janine explains.
"One woman came to us lying in bed, severely depressed. She wasn't eating, wasn't drinking, had no communication with her husband, no social engagement whatsoever."
But then something remarkable happened...
"We used the fundamentals of iCST - really getting to know that person, understanding her, learning her likes and dislikes, building trust, then moving to activities that would benefit her."
✓ She now gets up every single day
✓ She's eating and drinking normally, gaining healthy weight
✓ She goes out with her husband for lunch
✓ She can read children's books aloud
✓ She completes proverbs when you start them
✓ She sings karaoke to Elvis Presley songs
"Her life went from literally being in bed, not wanting to be bothered with the world, to having a social life and being out and about. It's incredibly powerful."
Story #2: The Woman Who Overcame Her Greatest Fear
Janine's second story shows how these same techniques work even in the most challenging situations:
"Another lady with early-onset dementia had a serious tumor on her arm. She was absolutely terrified - utterly terrified - of having any medical treatment."
Here's how iCST made the impossible possible:
"We quickly learned that taking pride in her appearance had always been important to her throughout her life. So we spent time building trust - getting her hair done, painting her nails, helping her feel beautiful again."
"Then we used that connection to gently suggest: 'Wouldn't it be nice if you didn't have that dressing on your arm? What if we could do something about that?'"
The result? "She's now engaged with a plastic surgeon and is going to have that tumor removed."
Why Am I Sharing These Professional Success Stories With You?
Because Janine is using the exact same techniques that Dr. Phuong Leung teaches to family caregivers like you.
The same Individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (iCST) that's transforming lives in professional healthcare settings can work in your living room, your kitchen, your daily routine with your loved one.
But Here's What Makes This Even More Powerful for You...
While Janine works with patients for limited hours in a clinical setting, you have something she doesn't:
24/7 access to your loved one
Deep knowledge of their lifetime of preferences and memories
Unlimited time to build on small victories
The motivation that only comes from love
When you combine your natural advantages with these proven professional techniques, the possibilities are extraordinary.

Individual Cognitive
Stimulation Therapy (iCST)
The Two Promises That Brought You Here
Remember why you joined our community?
You wanted to stop feeling helpless and reconnect with your loved one again
Everything else - the statistics, the medical jargon, the overwhelming advice - none of that matters if you can't achieve those two things.
That's exactly what iCST delivers.
Here's What Changes When You Master These Techniques:
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Instead of repeated questions driving you to frustration...
You'll have communication strategies that turn those moments into opportunities for connection - just like Janine did with her patient who went from silence to singing
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Instead of watching them stare blankly at the TV all day...
You'll know exactly which activities will spark engagement based on their personal history - the same approach that helped Janine's patient overcome her medical fears.
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Instead of feeling like you're failing them every single day...
You'll have the confidence that comes from using scientifically-proven methods that work in both professional and home settings.
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Instead of carrying this burden completely alone...
You'll be part of a small, supportive community that includes both family caregivers and healthcare professionals who understand your journey.
The Science Behind These Remarkable Transformations
Dr. Phuong Leung wasn't looking to revolutionize dementia care when she began her research at University College London.
She was simply trying to understand why some families seemed to maintain connection while others felt increasingly helpless.
Through rigorous testing published in 30 academic journals, Dr. Leung identified the specific techniques that Janine uses every day - techniques that actively create moments of engagement, recognition, and joy.
Why This Training Is Limited to Just 12 Caregivers
Dr. Leung could easily teach this to hundreds of people at once.
But she refuses to.
Here's why:
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Your Situation is Unique
With only 12 participants, Dr. Leung can address your specific challenges. Whether your loved one is like Janine's first patient (withdrawn and depressed) or her second patient (fearful and resistant), you'll get personalized guidance.
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These Techniques Require Practice
iCST isn't theory - it's hands-on application. Just as Janine had to learn to "really get to know that person," you'll practice these relationship-building techniques and get immediate feedback.
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You Need Connection, Not Just Information
In this intimate setting, you'll connect with others who truly understand your daily reality - and learn from professionals like Janine who see these techniques work every day.
✓ Communication strategies that work even with expressive aphasia (difficulty finding words)
✓ Activity guidelines based on personal history and preferences
✓ Trust-building techniques used by healthcare professionals
✓ Crisis management approaches for resistant or fearful moments
✓ Implementation plan for your specific situation
What You'll Walk Away With After Three Convenient 1-Hour Sessions:
The iCST Foundation - Your Personal Toolkit
Plus: Your Ongoing Support System
The training is just the beginning.
You'll also join the Caregiver Success Community - your 24/7 lifeline when challenges arise.
Direct Access to Dr. Leung: Get your questions answered by the creator of this therapy
Harvey Zemmel's Real-World Wisdom: 30 years of hands-on dementia care experience
Monthly Cognitive Materials: New engaging activities delivered to your door
Peer Support: Connect with caregivers who understand your journey
Professional Insights: Learn from healthcare workers using these same techniques

The Investment That Changes Everything
Let's be honest about what you're spending now:
- Adult daycare: $200+ per day
- In-home care: $25-75 per hour
- Respite care: $150+ for a few hours
- The emotional cost: Immeasurable
For less than one day of respite care, you can learn the same techniques that professional healthcare workers use to create remarkable transformations.
Training with Dr. Leung: $97 one-time
Monthly Community Support: $47/month
That's less than $1.60 per day for ongoing expert guidance and peer support.
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Training with Dr. Leung
$97 one-time
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Monthly Community Support
$47/month
That's less than $1.60 per day for ongoing expert guidance and peer support.
But Wait… I Know What You’re Thinking…
Before you make any decision, let me address the three concerns I hear most often from caregivers like you:
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I completely understand.
You're already juggling caregiving duties, work responsibilities, household tasks, and trying to maintain some semblance of your own life. The last thing you need is another time-consuming obligation.
Here's the reality: You're already spending countless hours each day managing difficult behaviors, answering the same questions repeatedly, and dealing with resistance or agitation. These exhausting moments aren't going away - they're just eating up your time without any positive results.
But here's what changes everything:
The Training Time: We've specifically designed this as three manageable 1-hour sessions instead of one overwhelming marathon. You can schedule these during their afternoon nap, after they've settled for the evening, or during a brief respite break. One hour. That's it.
The Daily Application: Once you complete the training, these techniques only require 10-20 minutes per day. Not hours. Not complicated routines. Just 10-20 minutes of focused, purposeful interaction that replaces the frustrating, time-consuming struggles you're already dealing with.
Think about it: How much time do you currently spend each day managing repeated questions, dealing with resistance, or trying to engage them in activities that don't work? Probably far more than 20 minutes.
The Time You'll Actually Save: When you know exactly how to redirect repeated questions into meaningful conversations, those exhausting loops stop.
When you understand which activities will actually engage them, you stop wasting time on things that don't work. When you can prevent agitation before it starts, you eliminate those draining episodes that can consume your entire day.
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I hear this constantly, and I want you to know - your feelings are completely valid. You're bombarded with advice from doctors, well-meaning friends, online articles, and support groups. Everyone has a different opinion, a new strategy to try, another book to read.
You're not looking for more information to add to your mental load. You're looking for relief.
Here's why this is different:
This Isn't More Information - It's Clarity:
Dr. Leung has spent 30 years researching what actually works and has distilled it down to three core principles.
Not 20 strategies. Not a complex system.
Three simple, proven techniques that you can start using immediately.
You Get Personalized Guidance: With only 12 people in each session, this isn't generic advice that may or may not apply to your situation. Dr. Leung will address your specific challenges, your loved one's particular behaviors, your unique circumstances.
You're Not Doing This Alone: Instead of trying to figure everything out by yourself, you'll have direct access to Dr. Leung, Harvey's 30 years of experience, and a small community of caregivers who understand exactly what you're going through.
It Builds on What You Already Know: You don't need to learn an entirely new approach. These techniques enhance your natural caregiving instincts and the deep knowledge you already have about your loved one.
You Can Start Small: You don't have to implement everything at once. Start with one technique. See it work. Build confidence. Then add the next one when you're ready.
Remember Janine's success stories?
She didn't overwhelm her patients with complex interventions.
She started with simple connection - getting to know them, understanding their preferences, building trust. That's exactly what you'll learn to do.
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This concern hits close to home because I know the financial strain of caregiving.
You're already dealing with medical expenses, possibly reduced income if you've had to cut back on work, and the constant worry about future costs.
But let me share some perspective on the real cost of NOT having these skills:
What You're Already Spending:
- How much do you spend on activities or supplies that don't work?
- What about the cost of your own stress-related health issues?
- How much would you pay for just one peaceful day without constant struggles?
- What's the value of your own mental health and well-being?
The True Cost Comparison:
- One day of adult daycare: $200+
- One afternoon of respite care: $150+
- One therapy session for your own stress: $100+
- This complete training: $97
The Daily Investment: At $47/month for ongoing support, you're investing $1.56 per day. That's less than:
- A cup of coffee ($3-5)
- A parking meter ($2-4)
- A candy bar ($1.50)
- A bottle of water ($1.50)
But Here's the Real Financial Impact:
When you can prevent behavioral episodes, you reduce the need for crisis interventions.
When you can engage them in meaningful activities, you may be able to delay or reduce expensive daycare services.
When you have confidence in your caregiving abilities, you might not need as much paid respite care.
The Question You Need to Ask:
What's the cost of another month feeling helpless?
Another month of exhausting struggles?
Another month of missed connections while professionals like Janine create breakthroughs every single day using these exact techniques?
Your Two Possible Futures
Path One: Continue as you are
- Still feeling helpless when they don't recognize you
- Still frustrated by the same questions every day
- Still wondering if you're doing anything right
- Still missing the connection that professionals like Janine create every day
Path Two: Master these proven techniques
- Confident in your ability to create meaningful moments (like Elvis karaoke sessions)
- Equipped with trust-building tools that work even in difficult situations
- Connected to experts and peers who support you
- Finally experiencing the joy that comes from real breakthroughs
The Choice Is Yours
Click "Transform My Care Journey" below to secure your spot in the next training session.
With only 12 spots available, these sessions fill quickly.
Don't spend another day feeling helpless when the same techniques that create professional success stories are within your reach.
You Can Cancel Any Time
No long term contracts.
Just support when you need it most.
Still Hesitating?
I understand.
You've tried other approaches that promised hope but delivered disappointment.
But ask yourself this:
What's the cost of NOT trying something that's creating transformations like Janine's in professional healthcare settings every single day?
Another month of feeling helpless while healthcare professionals achieve breakthroughs with these same techniques?
Another month of missed connections that could be as meaningful as a woman going from silence to singing?
Another month of carrying this alone when proven methods exist?
You joined our community because you believed there had to be a better way.
Today, you can learn the same approach that's working for professionals like Janine Lane.
With hope and understanding,
Harvey
P.S. Tomorrow morning, you'll wake up either:
- Still searching for answers while professionals use these techniques successfully every day, or
- On your way to mastering the same proven methods that create remarkable transformations
The choice is yours, but spots are limited to 12 per session.