Dementia affects more than just the person diagnosed—it ripples through the entire family. If you’re part of the sandwich generation (hi, hello, I see you also juggling kids, aging parents, and a cold cup of coffee 👋🏼), you may be navigating a tough new chapter: explaining dementia to your kids in a way that makes sense and doesn’t scare them. Good news—you don’t have to do it alone. Let’s talk about how to break it down in kid-friendly ways, make space for big emotions (from everyone!) and help your child stay connected with the grandparent they love, even as things change. Table of Contents What is dementia, and why do kids need to know? How do you explain dementia to a child in simple terms? What age should you talk to your kids about dementia? How can you maintain the bond between your child and a loved one with dementia?…