Fading Memories: Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support
793 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 63 ratingsFading Memories is a podcast for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. It provides insights and guidance on how to communicate effectively, manage stress, and cope with grief and loss. The lessons are relevant to anyone caring for a loved one with a chronic illness or disability. By prioritizing the well-being of both caregivers and their loved ones, the podcast's messages of empathy and self-care have the potential to benefit everyone facing these challenges.
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Talking About Senior Driving & When to Stop
October 11, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBThere are many ways to help seniors give up driving, but having a long-term plan is best. Talking About Senior Driving & When to Stop. Ensuring older adults cease driving when necessary is crucial for public safety. Age-related declines in vision, reaction time, and cognitive functions may compromise driving abilities, elevating the risk of accidents. Withdrawal from driving can prevent potential harm to both the elderly driver and others on the road. Embracing alternative transportation met...
242 - How To Get Seniors to Stop Driving
October 11, 2022 07:00 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBThere are many ways to help seniors give up driving, but having a long-term plan is best. With me on the show this week is Dr. David Bernstein. He is a board-certified geriatrician. His 40 years of experience have allowed him to observe, empathize and guide thousands of adults and generations of families as they mature. After a frank conversation with a patient about why he stopped driving and suddenly moved out of state, Dr. Bernstein dedicated some time to writing Senior Driving Dilemmas. ...
The Amazing Zoe & Grandma's Memory Box
October 04, 2022 12:51 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBThe Amazing Zoe & Grandma's Memory Box. Approaching the topic of Grandma's Alzheimer's with children requires sensitivity. Use simple language and assure them that Grandma's forgetfulness is due to an illness. Emphasize the enduring love and support for Grandma, explaining that she may need extra care. Encourage questions, validate their feelings, and highlight the importance of patience and compassion. Reassure them that the family remains a source of stability and love during Grandma's jour...
241 - The Amazing Zoe & Grandma's Memory Box
October 04, 2022 12:51 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBOn the podcast this week is Valene Campbell. She calls herself a changemaker for her passions, children's literature, and Alzheimer's disease awareness. After vacationing with her mother in 2016, Valene observed her Mom's increasing forgetfulness, confusion, and irritability. Valene knew immediately upon their return home that her mother required a physical assessment. This life-altering circumstance led her to write her third children's book with a lead Black character to demystify dementia...
198 - A Busy Caregivers Guide to Advanced Alzheimer's
October 04, 2022 00:48 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBFinding quality advice for the advanced stages of Alzheimer's can be challenging. Caring for someone with advanced Alzheimer's disease is a challenge. It can make you feel like you're on a hamster wheel – running in circles, trying the same things repeatedly with no effect on your loved one. You may find it challenging to connect with your loved one ad to understand what those living with Alzheimer's disease are going through. The Busy Caregivers Guide to Advanced Alzheimer's Disease gives y...
Navigating the Challenges: A Busy Caregiver's Guide to Advanced Alzheimer's
October 04, 2022 00:48 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBFinding quality advice for the advanced stages of Alzheimer's can be challenging. Caring for someone with advanced Alzheimer's disease is a challenge. It can make you feel like you're on a hamster wheel – running in circles, trying the same things repeatedly with no effect on your loved one. You may find it challenging to connect with your loved one ad to understand what those living with Alzheimer's disease are going through. The Busy Caregivers Guide to Advanced Alzheimer's Disease gives y...
Life Lessons from the Sandwich Generation: Breeda Miller's Story
September 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBBreeda Miller, caregiver, author & playwright. Life Lessons from the Sandwich Generation. Sandwich generation caregivers face the distinct challenge of simultaneously caring for aging parents and raising their own children. Balancing the demands of two generations can lead to emotional, financial, and time constraints. Juggling work, parenting, and eldercare responsibilities can create stress and exhaustion. Decision-making becomes complex when navigating both child-rearing and the evolving ...
240 - Mrs. Kelly's Journey Home
September 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBBreeda Miller, caregiver, author & playright. Breeda Miller was an accidental caregiver. Like most of us, she had no training or medical background. She didn't know what she didn't know. She knew she loved her mom, who could no longer live alone. So she moved Mom in with her entire family. For nearly eight years, they cared for her. It was good until it wasn't. Breeda learned much during those years, including hospice care in her home. Living in the Sandwich Generation taught her more about...
Mrs. Kelly's Journey Home
September 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBBreeda Miller, caregiver, author & playright. Breeda Miller was an accidental caregiver. Like most of us, she had no training or medical background. She didn't know what she didn't know. She knew she loved her mom, who could no longer live alone. So she moved Mom in with her entire family. For nearly eight years, they cared for her. It was good until it wasn't. Breeda learned much during those years, including hospice care in her home. Living in the Sandwich Generation taught her more about...
The Scam Alert: Mike & Kim Barnes Share Insights and Solutions
September 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBBack with us today are Mike & Kim Barnes of Parenting Aging Parents. If you missed their first episode with me, Balancing It All, be sure to listen to that one next. Kim has had to find solutions to prevent her Mom from being scammed again. Scams are a topic I haven't covered before, and we all must understand how to minimize and protect our families from financial losses due to scams. Older adults are particularly vulnerable to scams. Various investment scams tend to cause the most signifi...
Money Scams: Insights and Solutions
September 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBMoney Scams: Insights and Solutions. Older adults are vulnerable to various scams, including fraudulent calls, emails, and door-to-door schemes. Scammers often exploit their trust, targeting savings, personal information, or even posing as family members in distress. Common scams involve fake lottery winnings or requests for financial assistance. Educating older adults about these risks, promoting skepticism towards unsolicited communications, and establishing communication channels for verif...
239 - Protecting Seniors from Scams
September 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBBack with us today are Mike & Kim Barnes of Parenting Aging Parents. If you missed their first episode with me, Balancing It All, be sure to listen to that one next. Kim has had to find solutions to prevent her Mom from being scammed again. Scams are a topic I haven't covered before, and we all must understand how to minimize and protect our families from financial losses due to scams. Older adults are particularly vulnerable to scams. Various investment scams tend to cause the most signifi...
Protecting Seniors from Scams
September 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBBack with us today are Mike & Kim Barnes of Parenting Aging Parents. If you missed their first episode with me, Balancing It All, be sure to listen to that one next. Kim has had to find solutions to prevent her Mom from being scammed again. Scams are a topic I haven't covered before, and we all must understand how to minimize and protect our families from financial losses due to scams. Older adults are particularly vulnerable to scams. Various investment scams tend to cause the most signifi...
Understanding Hospice Care for Dementia
September 13, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBHospice care is a type of health care that focuses on palliating a terminally ill patient's pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life. Hospice care prioritizes comfort and quality of life by reducing pain and suffering. Unfortunately, many caregivers hesitate too long to bring this vital service to their loved ones. While it's much more challenging to know when the time is correct when dealing with dementia, it's a service we need to understand...
The Heart of Caring: Dementia and Hospice
September 13, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBThe Heart of Caring: Dementia and Hospice. Hospice care is a type of health care that focuses on palliating a terminally ill patient's pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life. Hospice care prioritizes comfort and quality of life by reducing pain and suffering. Unfortunately, many caregivers hesitate too long to bring this vital service to their loved ones. While it's much more challenging to know when the time is correct when dealing with dem...
238 - Understanding Hospice Care for Dementia
September 13, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBHospice care is a type of health care that focuses on palliating a terminally ill patient's pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life. Hospice care prioritizes comfort and quality of life by reducing pain and suffering. Unfortunately, many caregivers hesitate too long to bring this vital service to their loved ones. While it's much more challenging to know when the time is correct when dealing with dementia, it's a service we need to understand...
The Heart of Caring: Helen Bauer on Dementia and Hospice
September 13, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBHospice care is a type of health care that focuses on palliating a terminally ill patient's pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life. Hospice care prioritizes comfort and quality of life by reducing pain and suffering. Unfortunately, many caregivers hesitate too long to bring this vital service to their loved ones. While it's much more challenging to know when the time is correct when dealing with dementia, it's a service we need to understand...
Sharing Love Into The Future with CircleIt
September 09, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBAnother story about a caregiver who creates something based on their experiences. His father’s actions inspired founder Art Shaikh before his passing, which moved him to develop new technology. Art’s father had given him this box filled with family movies, hand-written cards, and old photographs, and he asked Art to deliver these to family members on his behalf once he was no longer alive. At the time, his father was healthy. He was just preparing for the future, but Art’s father unexpected...
CircleIt Unveiled: A New Way to Connect and Share Memories
September 09, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBAnother story about a caregiver who creates something based on their experiences. His father’s actions inspired founder Art Shaikh before his passing, which moved him to develop new technology. Art’s father had given him this box filled with family movies, hand-written cards, and old photographs, and he asked Art to deliver these to family members on his behalf once he was no longer alive. At the time, his father was healthy. He was just preparing for the future, but Art’s father unexpected...
Connection, Communication and Memories: CircleIt Explained
September 09, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBConnection and Memories: CircleIt Explained. In dementia caregiving, communication transcends words; it becomes a vital emotional lifeline. Meaningful interactions and shared memories serve as powerful tools to connect with individuals facing cognitive challenges. The ability to reminisce fosters a sense of identity and belonging, providing comfort and reducing feelings of isolation. Effective communication techniques, such as patience and non-verbal cues, not only enhance the caregiver-patie...
237 - Sharing Love Into The Future with CircleIt
September 09, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBAnother story about a caregiver who creates something based on their experiences. His father’s actions inspired founder Art Shaikh before his passing, which moved him to develop new technology. Art’s father had given him this box filled with family movies, hand-written cards, and old photographs, and he asked Art to deliver these to family members on his behalf once he was no longer alive. At the time, his father was healthy. He was just preparing for the future, but Art’s father unexpected...
236 - Balancing It All
September 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBOver the past five years, Mike and Kim Barnes found themselves navigating problems they never saw coming from their parents: Alzheimer's, pacemakers, COVID pneumonia, and the tough decision to move parents into retirement communities. They've learned to balance the many facets of parenting aging parents, including medical, financial, and everyday-life decisions, emotional rollercoasters, protecting their parents from scams, and more, all while parenting their college-age kids and building th...
Parenting the Aging Generation: A Balancing Act
September 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBOver the past five years, Mike and Kim Barnes found themselves navigating problems they never saw coming from their parents: Alzheimer's, pacemakers, COVID pneumonia, and the tough decision to move parents into retirement communities. They've learned to balance the many facets of parenting aging parents, including medical, financial, and everyday-life decisions, emotional rollercoasters, protecting their parents from scams, and more, all while parenting their college-age kids and building th...
Parent the Aging Generation: Exercise in Balance
September 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBParent the Aging Generation: Exercise in Balance. Being able to balance career, child-rearing, and caregiving for aging parents poses a formidable challenge. Juggling work deadlines, school activities, and healthcare responsibilities demands strategic time management and a robust support network. The delicate balance requires flexibility, patience, and the ability to prioritize tasks. Successfully navigating this complex role involves setting boundaries, seeking external assistance, and ackno...
Balancing It All
September 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBOver the past five years, Mike and Kim Barnes found themselves navigating problems they never saw coming from their parents: Alzheimer's, pacemakers, COVID pneumonia, and the tough decision to move parents into retirement communities. They've learned to balance the many facets of parenting aging parents, including medical, financial, and everyday-life decisions, emotional rollercoasters, protecting their parents from scams, and more, all while parenting their college-age kids and building th...
Advocating For De-prescribing Medications
August 30, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MBWe want a fix when we get sick or don't feel well. Prescribing more and more medications because we want an immediate fix can cause more problems than they solve. This situation is especially true for the older population. One morning I was scrolling through Instagram when a video caught my attention. A pharmacist was talking to an audience of general physicians about how they can continue to make money while de-prescribing meds. I liked it and got an immediate DM. I assumed it was a bot, bu...
235 - Advocating For De-prescribing Medications
August 30, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBWe want a fix when we get sick or don't feel well. Prescribing more and more medications because we want an immediate fix can cause more problems than they solve. This situation is especially true for the older population. One morning I was scrolling through Instagram when a video caught my attention. A pharmacist was talking to an audience of general physicians about how they can continue to make money while de-prescribing meds. I liked it and got an immediate DM. I assumed it was a bot, bu...
Prescription Advocate: Fewer Meds for Better Health
August 30, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MBPrescription Advocate: Fewer Meds for Better Health . We want a fix when we get sick or don't feel well. Prescribing more and more medications because we want an immediate fix can cause more problems than they solve. This situation is especially true for the older population. The prevalence of multiple prescription medications is often driven by complex health conditions. While prescriptions play a crucial role in managing illnesses, a critical examination of the necessity and potential inte...
JellyDrops - A Snack for Hydration
August 23, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBI learned about JellyDrops early on in my podcasting days, but sadly they weren't available outside the United Kingdom at the time. Earlier this year (2022), I started seeing social media posts from followers in America about this innovative snack. Shortly after, I got an email suggesting Lewis Hornby as a guest. What a happy day. If you are not familiar with JellyDrops, here's a quick overview. You'll want to tune in and hear the entire story of how Lewis was inspired to create them and whe...
Hydration & Older Adults - An Easy Way to Get It
August 23, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBHydration & Older Adults/ Hydration is paramount for the well-being of older adults. As aging diminishes the body's ability to retain water, dehydration becomes a significant risk. Proper hydration is crucial for maintaining cognitive function, joint flexibility, and organ health. Dehydration in seniors can exacerbate existing health conditions and lead to complications. Encouraging regular water intake is a simple yet vital strategy to support overall health, enhance energy levels, and mitig...
234 - JellyDrops - A Snack for Hydration
August 23, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 70 MBI learned about JellyDrops early on in my podcasting days, but sadly they weren't available outside the United Kingdom at the time. Earlier this year (2022), I started seeing social media posts from followers in America about this innovative snack. Shortly after, I got an email suggesting Lewis Hornby as a guest. What a happy day. If you are not familiar with JellyDrops, here's a quick overview. You'll want to tune in and hear the entire story of how Lewis was inspired to create them and whe...
What Is PicnicHealth & Why Do I Need It?
August 19, 2022 07:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBWe all likely have a story about how our medical records are incomplete, not regularly reviewed by our doctor, or something else. It's beyond frustrating that in addition to managing ourselves, we also have to manage and advocate for the proper medical care. PicnicHealth takes care of our medical documents in a way that works for our doctors and us. In this bonus episode, I talk to Brittany Drier about PicnicHealth and how they were created to help caregivers and patients. When CEO and co...
233 - What Is PicnicHealth & Why Do I Need It?
August 19, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBWe all likely have a story about how our medical records are incomplete, not regularly reviewed by our doctor, or something else. It's beyond frustrating that in addition to managing ourselves, we also have to manage and advocate for the proper medical care. PicnicHealth takes care of our medical documents in a way that works for our doctors and us. In this bonus episode, I talk to Brittany Drier about PicnicHealth and how they were created to help caregivers and patients. When CEO and co...
Easily Obtain Benefits of a Plant Based Diet
August 16, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBGrab a snack before pushing play because today's episode may make you hungry! I'm speaking with Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster. In addition to her pediatric practice, Dr. Yami is a certified lifestyle medicine physician, health and wellness coach, author, and speaker. Her podcast, Veggie Doctor Radio, explores diet and nutrition, healthy habits, behavior change, and motivation. New episodes are released weekly, featuring leading experts in plant-based food and healthy living. I'm glad she was ab...
Plant Based Nutrition - How To Make The Switch
August 16, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBPlant Based Nutrition - How To Make The Switch. A plant-based diet is renowned for fostering cognitive health by providing essential nutrients like antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Abundant in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, this diet supports optimal brain function, enhancing memory, concentration, and overall cognitive performance. The anti-inflammatory properties of plant-based foods contribute to a healthier vascular system, reducing the risk of cognitive decline. Embracing a p...
232 - Easily Obtain Benefits of a Plant Based Diet
August 16, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBGrab a snack before pushing play because today's episode may make you hungry! I'm speaking with Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster. In addition to her pediatric practice, Dr. Yami is a certified lifestyle medicine physician, health and wellness coach, author, and speaker. Her podcast, Veggie Doctor Radio, explores diet and nutrition, healthy habits, behavior change, and motivation. New episodes are released weekly, featuring leading experts in plant-based food and healthy living. I'm glad she was ab...
How Death Teaches Us To Live
August 09, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBHow Death Teaches Us To Live. Death, with its inevitable presence, serves as a poignant reminder of life's transience, urging us to embrace the present and cultivate meaningful connections. It imparts profound lessons about priorities, inspiring a focus on experiences over possessions. The impermanence of life prompts introspection, motivating individuals to pursue passions, express gratitude, and foster resilience. In acknowledging mortality, we unearth the essence of living fully, appreciat...
The Beauty of What Remains
August 09, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBOn today's show, I am talking to Rabbi Steve Leder about his book, The Beauty of What Remains, a beautiful book that I thoroughly enjoyed. As the senior rabbi of one of the largest synagogues in the world, Rabbi Steve has learned the many ways that death teaches us how to live. Even after having sat bedside at thousands of deathbeds, Steve, the rabbi, was not fully prepared for the loss of his father from Alzheimer's disease. I believe you will find this episode moving and inspirational, a...
231 - The Beauty of What Remains
August 09, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBOn today's show, I am talking to Rabbi Steve Leder about his book, The Beauty of What Remains, a beautiful book that I thoroughly enjoyed. As the senior rabbi of one of the largest synagogues in the world, Rabbi Steve has learned the many ways that death teaches us how to live. Even after having sat bedside at thousands of deathbeds, Steve, the rabbi, was not fully prepared for the loss of his father from Alzheimer's disease. I believe you will find this episode moving and inspirational, a...
The Beauty of What Remains - How Death Teaches Us To Live
August 09, 2022 07:00 - 5 MBOn today's show, I am talking to Rabbi Steve Leder about his book, The Beauty of What Remains, a beautiful book that I thoroughly enjoyed. As the senior rabbi of one of the largest synagogues in the world, Rabbi Steve has learned the many ways that death teaches us how to live. Even after having sat bedside at thousands of deathbeds, Steve, the rabbi, was not fully prepared for the loss of his father from Alzheimer's disease. I believe you will find this episode moving and inspirational, a...
Become A More Empowered Caregiver
August 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBToday I'm speaking with Linda Fordrini-Johnson, the author of The Empowered Caregiver. The Empowered Caregiver is a pocket support guide designed to provide you with strategies and solutions for caring for your aging parents. In today's episode, we're talking about what to do about resistance, how to set limits, and how to share the caregiving load. We're lucky that this isn't a three-hour episode! Linda Fodrini-Johnson became a licensed family therapist and professional certified care man...
Become A More Empowered Caregiver - Learning To Share the Load
August 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBToday I'm speaking with Linda Fordrini-Johnson, the author of The Empowered Caregiver. The Empowered Caregiver is a pocket support guide designed to provide you with strategies and solutions for caring for your aging parents. In today's episode, we're talking about what to do about resistance, how to set limits, and how to share the caregiving load. We're lucky that this isn't a three-hour episode! Linda Fodrini-Johnson became a licensed family therapist and professional certified care man...
230 - Become A More Empowered Caregiver
August 02, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBToday I'm speaking with Linda Fordrini-Johnson, the author of The Empowered Caregiver. The Empowered Caregiver is a pocket support guide designed to provide you with strategies and solutions for caring for your aging parents. In today's episode, we're talking about what to do about resistance, how to set limits, and how to share the caregiving load. We're lucky that this isn't a three-hour episode! Linda Fodrini-Johnson became a licensed family therapist and professional certified care man...
Your Guide to Empowered Caregiving - Learning To Share the Load
August 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBYour Guide to Empowered Caregiving - Learning To Share the Load. Becoming a more empowered caregiver is crucial for fostering a supportive and nurturing environment. Empowerment enhances the caregiver's ability to provide effective emotional and physical care, promoting the well-being of the recipient. It builds resilience, enabling caregivers to navigate challenges with grace and maintain their own mental and physical health. An empowered caregiver can establish healthier boundaries, communi...
Fighting Stigma with Memories: The Doggies for Dementia Initiative
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 5 MBAs a professional photographer, it was important to me to preserve memories with beautiful family portraits. I was a photographer long enough that I had clients die, and trust me, no one was sorry they had some lovely photographs. I was excited to connect with Carmen of the Doggies for Dementia Foundation finally. They create portraits for families experiencing Dementia. Their goal is to provide beautiful memories and also to raise awareness. They do this by sharing the images that they crea...
Fight Dementia Stigma: The Doggies for Dementia Initiative
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBFight Dementia Stigma: The Doggies for Dementia Initiative. Sharing our experiences with dementia fosters understanding and empathy, breaking down the walls of stigma surrounding the condition. By openly discussing the challenges and triumphs of living with or caring for someone with dementia, we dispel misconceptions, educate others, and humanize the experience. This open dialogue promotes a more compassionate society, encouraging support systems, research, and policy changes that enhance th...
Doggies 4 Dementia (eliminating Stigma, Providing Memories)
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBAs a professional photographer, it was important to me to preserve memories with beautiful family portraits. I was a photographer long enough that I had clients die, and trust me, no one was sorry they had some lovely photographs. I was excited to connect with Carmen of the Doggies for Dementia Foundation finally. They create portraits for families experiencing Dementia. Their goal is to provide beautiful memories and also to raise awareness. They do this by sharing the images that they crea...
Doggies $ Dementia (eliminating Stigma, Providing Memories
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBAs a professional photographer, it was important to me to preserve memories with beautiful family portraits. I was a photographer long enough that I had clients die, and trust me, no one was sorry they had some lovely photographs. I was excited to connect with Carmen of the Doggies for Dementia Foundation finally. They create portraits for families experiencing Dementia. Their goal is to provide beautiful memories and also to raise awareness. They do this by sharing the images that they crea...
229 - Doggies 4 Dementia (eliminating Stigma, Providing Memories)
July 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBAs a professional photographer, it was important to me to preserve memories with beautiful family portraits. I was a photographer long enough that I had clients die, and trust me, no one was sorry they had some lovely photographs. I was excited to connect with Carmen of the Doggies for Dementia Foundation finally. They create portraits for families experiencing Dementia. Their goal is to provide beautiful memories and also to raise awareness. They do this by sharing the images that they crea...
Evoke Memories, Forge Connections: The Magic of Nana's Books
July 19, 2022 07:00 - 5 MBThis week's guest is Laurette Kiler, the author and creator of Nana's Books. When her mother-in-law developed Lewey-Body dementia, Laurette looked for ways to have quality engagement with her. In this chat with her, you'll learn how this need ended up as a passion project for anyone who has a loved one with dementia. Nana's books is an educator-created treasury of nostalgic books designed to engage people in cognitive decline and their care partners. Lovingly designed and created, each book ...