Module 2 Lesson 1. The journey together Intimate relationships may change As you progress through the journey together, partners may experience some changes in their intimate relationship. As the disease progresses, physical intimacy may become more difficult. Let’s revisit the scenario with Olivia and Jacob Olivia is in the early stages of dementia and lives with her husband Jacob. Olivia and Jacob have a healthy, mutually satisfying physical relationship, but Jacob is worried about the day when these relations may stop. 2. ActivityWhat are some ways that Jacob and Olivia can maintain their intimacy as Olivia’s dementia progresses? Think about it before reading on.Save