OUR MISSION

Better Relationships. Better Care. Better You.

(Jonah Training a class of 20+ Therapists and Social Workers)

Founded by a Dementia Consultant and a Clinical Therapist, A Better Way started for 2 reasons:

  • First, we love helping others become. Everyone has their own definition of success, and through mental health, we can help them achieve.

  • Also, we noticed the added support caregivers and people living with dementia needed outside of hands on care. Dementia is a full family experience, 4 in 5 families fall apart through this journey, and we want to change this.

Meet the Founders

Jonah Francis

Jonah is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and a board member for the Alzheimer's Association in CT. Jonah is also a certified trainer, holding a Train the Trainer certification from the ALZ Association, a PAC Certified Independent Trainer (positive approach to care) and Dementia consultant.

Jonah is also the owner of Pansy Homecare, a homecare agency that has been supporting people living with dementia since 2013.

Antonia Mahoney

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Antonia has spent 10 both working with a variety of age groups, including counseling families of people living with Dementia, Anxiety, Grief, and more. Antonia is also a PAC Certified Independent Consultant and a Certfied Dementia Practitioner.

 FAQs

  • A Better Way offers therapy sessions through virtual appointments and in person. If you are local to the Hartford Area our office is located in West Hartford, CT.

  • A Better Way has an experienced team that provides a variety of approaches to meet each client's needs. The modality of treatment used is client specific. 

  • Yes, being diagnosed with dementia is life-changing and there are benefits that come from counseling services. However, it is important to note counseling services are recommended only for those recently diagnosed with mild cognitive impairments. 

  • Family caregivers can always benefit from counseling services as caring for a loved one can take a toll on their daily living. Focusing less on their needs results in high burnout, less patience, resentment and more. In a nonjudgmental space therapy provides individuals with the opportunity to express their true feelings and allows them to take a path of self-healing while continuing to provide care for their loved one.

  •  A Better Way works with many issuance carriers and accepts private pay. Email us at abetterwayct@gmail.com to learn more.