Problem: Prior golf experience may have fostered a sense of comfort among some participants with dementia. This familiarity appeared to support their ability to engage in program activities with greater independence, despite cognitive changes that can make novel settings challenging, thereby reducing reliance on their care partner and the level of support required from them. The trusting relationships that staff and volunteers established with care partners gave them confidence to rely on others to support their spouses, which allowed them to temporarily step back from their care-providing responsibilities, alleviating some stress. Many care partners felt responsible for ensuring their husbands' quality of life and frequently questioned whether their care-related decisions were contributing meaningfully to their spouses happiness. The recreation program cased these concerns by providing a constructive outlet that allowed care partners to support their husbands while fulfilling their own needs, casing the tension between providing care and caring for themselves. As a result, the program offered relief for many care partners and created space for positive interactions, allowing some couples to reconnect in ways that reflected their romantic relationships, It's okay Many care partners felt uncertain following their spouses' dementia diagnoses. Need Assignment Help?