When Mum or Dad’s Behaviour Changes with Dementia

Aggression, paranoia, wandering, personality changes and more.. it's really hard.

Does this sound like you?

“Mum would never accuse me of stealing before… where did this come from?”
“They’re saying things that aren’t true.”
“Why does Dad get so angry now?”
“He keeps following me around the house.”
“Why is she refusing care?”
“Is this normal?”
“Will this keep getting worse?”

I’ve helped more than 1,000 families face this exact moment — and I can help your family too.

You're not alone

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If this is happening in your family:

You might be feeling:

Hurt by the accusations

Frustrated by the constant arguing

Confused by sudden changes in mood

Powerless when nothing seems to calm them down

Exhausted from trying to reason

Worried about what might happen next

And then guilty… for feeling any of it.

If any of this feels familiar, you are not alone.

Many families find themselves in this exact place — noticing behaviour that doesn’t feel like Mum or Dad anymore.

How I’ll help you understand what’s happening

Strategies, tools + scripts for topics:

Know exactly what to say and do when Mum/Dad is agitated, aggressive, sundowning, resistant to care, paranoid, distressed and more. No more guess work
Understand why these behaviours happen — so they don’t feel so personal and strain your relationship with Mum or Dad
Feel more confident in hard moments, instead of panicking or freezing
Use proven strategies to reduce how often behaviours happen (and how intense they are)
How to explain to others (neighbours, friends, carers) in ways that protect your parent’s dignity
Know when and how to get professional help for BPSD
Feel less shame and isolation — these behaviours are common, and manageable

Lifetime access

No-risk, 7-day money back guarantee

“When Mom’s dementia got harder.. the wandering, the aggression, our family was falling apart. Everyone had a different idea of what to do. Melissa helped us see the bigger picture and gave us tools we could all agree on. We stopped spinning in panic and started working together with empathy instead of fear.”

Sam T, New York

And you're in the right place

I am here to help your family–starting today

When families first come to me, they often feel:

Overwhelmed, worried, and exhausted

Unsure what’s normal ageing and what’s dementia

Guilty and second-guessing every decision

Alone, with no idea where to turn

Struggling to be on the same page as their siblings

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And my program helps families:

Feel calmer, even on the hardest days

Know exactly what to do next

Make tough moments easier with proven strategies

Have a clear plan so the future feels less scary

Care for Mum and yourself – without the guilt

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I've helped more than 1,000 families, and I can help your family too

Lifetime access for your family

No-risk, 7-day money back guarantee

Created by Melissa Levi

Clinical Psychologist | Ageing & Dementia Specialist

I’m Melissa Levi, a Clinical Psychologist, author and dementia educator, who spent more than a decade working at St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney, Australia, supporting families living with dementia-related aggression, paranoia, agitation, wandering and distress.

I’ve helped more than 1,000 families navigate this exact stage of dementia — when things feel frightening, unpredictable, and emotionally overwhelming.

And there are ways to reduce these behaviours without escalating distress, arguments, or guilt.

“When we first noticed changes in Dad, we didn’t know where to start. Melissa’s videos and checklists helped us make sense of what was happening and talk as a family without it turning into an argument. We finally felt like we had a plan and hope.”

Hayley C, Sydney

"The weekly Q&As have been a lifeline. Hearing Melissa answer questions, and realising other families are facing the same things, makes me feel less alone and more capable of handling what’s ahead. Thank you thank you!"

Anne S, Darlinghurst

“When Mom’s dementia got harder.. the wandering, the aggression, our family was falling apart. Everyone had a different idea of what to do. Melissa helped us see the bigger picture and gave us tools we could all agree on. We stopped spinning in panic and started working together with empathy instead of fear.”

Sam T, New York

Feedback from families refer to experiences with my dementia and ageing programs and Q&A sessions, not to psychological or clinical services.

Support when agitation, accusations or confusion appear

AUD $297

Lifetime access to my

Dementia Playbook

Make dementia care easier

Weekly Q&A's answering your family's questions

How to respond in tricky moments

Reduce carer stress & have fewer regrets

Lifetime access for your family

7-day money back guarantee

You’re not expected to
figure this out on your own

As part of your access, you’ll also be invited to join my weekly Q&A sessions.

This is your chance to:

Ask what to do when Mum or Dad becomes agitated
Get support when accusations are made
Talk through what’s happening this week
Understand if a behaviour is normal — or something new
Learn from other families facing similar moments

Many families say this becomes the most valuable part of the program — knowing they can ask questions as new situations arise.

You’ll never have to navigate this alone.

Lifetime access

7-day money back guarantee

"The weekly Q&As have been a lifeline. Hearing Melissa answer questions, and realising other families are facing the same things, makes me feel less alone and more capable of handling what’s ahead. Thank you thank you!"

Anne S, Darlinghurst

Common questions

Is this for me/my family?

Are you navigating the ageing, dementia or caregiving journey with Mum, Dad or an ageing loved one? And do you want to understand more, make the journey a bit easier, feel less alone, and provide the best possible care?

If yes - this is absolutely for you!

Don't we need to see you in person?

This is the most common question I get, and the answer is no.

❌ Unfortunately, it's difficult finding affordable and available

professional help (I often have 6+ months waiting lists).

✔️ You can access my workshops and strategies 24/7

✔️ With every package, you get access to my weekly Q&A sessions, where I can answer your family's questions.

✔️ All of this for less than the cost of one face to face session

Having said all of that, if you still would like to see me 1:1,

please have a look here and get in touch.

Is this just for Australians?

No. Ageing, dementia & caregiving is a universal experience.

We all share the same questions, fears and challenges.
The knowledge, strategies and resources in this program have been used by families around the world. Just note that being Australian, I use 'Mum' instead of 'Mom', 'Ageing' instead of 'Aging'.

What if this isn't right for me?

I'm confident that I can help you and your family. However, if Talking Ageing isn't the right solution for you, please contact me.

What access will I have to Melissa?

If you’re looking for me, this is where you’ll find me: Pre-recorded workshops, live webinars and weekly Q&A sessions. You can also connect with me, my team and other families through our private, member-only community; your extended village (coming soon).

Note: As stated in our Terms of Use, Talking Ageing Pty Ltd is not engaged in rendering therapy services by providing this site, and your use of the site does not create any therapist-patient or other treatment relationship between you and Talking Ageing or Melissa Levi or any of its representatives.

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"Warm and compassionate, Melissa offers sound clinical information and practical advice... Sure to be helpful for all families."
- Scientia Professor Henry Brodaty, Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing, UNSW Sydney

"We all MUST talk about old age and cognitive impairment, and Melissa shows the way!"
- Associate Professor David Burke, Discipline of Psychiatry, UNDA Sydney

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