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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MediCaid & You – All You Need to Know
April 20, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBMedicaid, a critical healthcare safety net for low-income families and individuals, can be a lifeline for many, but navigating the complex application and planning process can be daunting. Despite its availability under various circumstances, qualifying and applying for Medicaid involves intricate rules, extensive documentation, and specific eligibility criteria that can confuse many applicants. However, there are services available to assist families through this process, providing guidance ...
163 - MediCaid & You – All You Need to Know
April 20, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBUsing a Medicaid professional can be the difference between success & failure when applying. Medicaid is available under many circumstances, but the path to get there is filled with challenges. Did you know, there are services available to assist families through the Medicaid application and planning process.? Why use one of these services? Knowing what documentation is required is needed is vast. Understanding what you can do and what you should do can be daunting if you're not a professio...
Health Literacy With Tamvoes
April 13, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBAre you prepared to take control of your well-being through health literacy? Navigating the healthcare system can be challenging, even for those who are well-versed in medical terminology. Understanding complex medical information, making informed decisions, and communicating effectively with doctors can be overwhelming, especially during stressful times. Having more health literacy is key to overcoming these challenges and taking charge of your health journey. By improving your health liter...
162 - Health Literacy With Tamvoes
April 13, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBHealth literacy skills allow patients to control their well-being by making intelligent healthcare choices. Do you have good health Literacy? Unless you're a trained medical professional, I feel confident that you've likely encountered challenges when dealing with the health care system. Communication with doctors and family while also dealing with your health struggles surely makes you wish for a better solution. Understanding the medical situation you are in, whether as a patient or a ca...
161 - My Grandma Has Dementia – Helping Kids Understand
April 06, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBMy Grandma Has Dementia book has beautiful illustrations children will appreciate. Grandma has dementia can be a scary & confusing statement for kids. My Grandma had vascular dementia, and despite being an adult, it was very troubling to know how best to deal with her. To be honest, it could be a little scary at times. She wasn't the warm and loving Grandmother I knew when I was a kid. Teaching children what dementia is and how to live with someone experiencing the disease is becoming more ...
My Grandma Has Dementia – Helping Kids Understand
April 06, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBMy Grandma Has Dementia – Helping Kids Understand. Coping with a grandparent's dementia diagnosis can be challenging for the entire family, particularly for young children who may not fully understand the changes happening to someone they love. When helping children cope with a grandparent's dementia diagnosis, explain the situation in simple terms and encourage questions. Focus on acknowledging their emotions and reassure them it's okay to feel sad or confused. Encourage maintaining a con...
160 - Safe Visits During Covid & Beyond
March 31, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBVisits with our loved ones have been an enormous challenge in the past year (or more). Even though visits are happening more thanks to the vaccines, keeping our loved ones safe is still a high priority. My podcast guest & I discussed many ways to have safe visits during Covid and beyond.
Safe Visits During Covid & Beyond
March 31, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBKeeping a loved one with dementia safe during COVID and beyond requires thoughtful care and precautionary measures. Start by ensuring their living environment is safe and well-organized, with minimal trip hazards and clear pathways. Practice good hygiene by regularly washing hands and sanitizing high-touch surfaces. Encourage them to wear a mask and maintain social distance when in public or with visitors. Limit exposure to crowds and individuals who may be sick. Regularly monitor their healt...
Dementia Needs are Human Needs
March 30, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBDementia Needs are Human Needs is an understanding that will help us all. Much of what we call “negative behaviors” in those living with Dementia are expressions of unmet needs. Someone who wanders may need more physical activity or stimulation. When someone refuses to participate in something we think they'd enjoy, do we ask why? Or, have we expected them to accept a preprogrammed activity? People living with Dementia have personal needs and they still know what they want and how they want...
159 - Dementia Needs are Human Needs
March 30, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBDementia Needs are Human Needs is an understanding that will help us all. Much of what we call “negative behaviors” in those living with Dementia are expressions of unmet needs. Someone who wanders may need more physical activity or stimulation. When someone refuses to participate in something we think they'd enjoy, do we ask why? Or, have we expected them to accept a preprogrammed activity? People living with Dementia have personal needs and they still know what they want and how they want...
Alzheimer’s Caregivers-Sending You Encouragement Today
March 23, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MBAlzheimer's Caregivers - Sending You Encouragement Today. Being one of the 16+ million Alzheimer's caregivers can be one of the longest marathons you'll ever undertake. I am unaware of anyone who has gone on this journey alone. It's entirely reasonable to need help and encouragement. Getting help and taking care of yourself is critical to taking good care of your loved one. Caregivers play a crucial role in providing support and care to their loved ones, often dedicating significant time and...
158 - Alzheimer’s Caregivers-Sending You Encouragement Today
March 23, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MBBeing one of the 16+ million Alzheimer's caregivers can be one of the longest marathons you'll ever undertake. I am unaware of anyone who has gone on this journey alone. It's entirely reasonable to need help. Getting help and taking care of yourself is critical to taking good care of your loved one.
Accidents Aren't Normal Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them
March 16, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBAccidents Aren't Normal Aging. Explore the various reasons behind incontinence, revealing surprising connections to everyday behaviors. Tune in to learn valuable knowledge that can significantly reduce the challenges caregivers face with toileting issues and UTIs. Take proactive steps to avoid the problems associated with incontinence and enhance the overall well-being of the elderly. Don't miss out on this essential conversation that focuses on caregiving strategies and addresses the core is...
157 - "Accidents” And Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them
March 16, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MB“Accidents” Aren't Normal Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them “Accidents” Aren't Normal Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them in my conversation with Dr. Elena. Urinary incontinence in the elderly is a prevalent, bothersome and costly problem and is not necessarily a normal part of aging. Structural changes in the aging bladder and urethra may cause the elderly to develop urinary incontinence. During my conversation with Elena, I learned of the many reasons people become incontinent. I had no idea t...
“Accidents” And Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them
March 16, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MB“Accidents” Aren't Normal Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them “Accidents” Aren't Normal Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them in my conversation with Dr. Elena. Urinary incontinence in the elderly is a prevalent, bothersome and costly problem, and is not necessarily a normal part of aging. Structural changes in the aging bladder and urethra may cause the elderly to the development of urinary incontinence. During my conversation with Elena, I learned of the many reasons people become incontinent. I h...
“Accidents” Aren't Normal Aging – Learn How To Avoid Them
March 16, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 68 MBExplore the various reasons behind incontinence, revealing surprising connections to everyday behaviors. Tune in to learn valuable knowledge that can significantly reduce the challenges caregivers face with toileting issues and UTIs. Take proactive steps to avoid the problems associated with incontinence and enhance the overall well-being of the elderly. Don't miss out on this essential conversation that focuses on caregiving strategies and addresses the core issues of incontinence, aging, ...
Forget Me Knot – A Journey to Support Caregivers
March 09, 2021 11:00 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBForget Me Knot – A Journey to Support Caregivers. The Forget Me Knot crew will row nearly 4,000 miles of open ocean to raise funding and awareness for those who care for dementia patients Who is behind the Forget Me Knot campaign? Johnny Ball watched his Mother care for his Dad for nearly two decades. Being a part of her journey made it clear that those who support caregivers needed more help. The relentless demands of care commonly lead to depression and other mental health issues. Johnny w...
156 - Forget Me Knot – A Journey to Support Caregivers
March 09, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MBThe Forget Me Knot crew will row nearly 4,000 miles of open ocean to raise funding and awareness for those who care for dementia patients Who is behind the Forget Me Knot campaign? Johnny Ball watched his Mother care for his Dad for nearly two decades. Being a part of her journey made it clear that those who support caregivers needed more help. The relentless demands of care commonly lead to depression and other mental health issues. Johnny wants to change that. The Forget Me Knot crew will...
Focusing on What's Left: Person-Centered Dementia Care
March 04, 2021 23:16 - 58 minutes - 81 MBFocusing on What's Left: The Heart of Person-Centered Dementia Care" emphasizes a shift in perspective towards recognizing and nurturing the remaining abilities and strengths of individuals living with dementia. This approach prioritizes dignity, empathy, and the preservation of identity, fostering a supportive environment where individuals can thrive despite cognitive challenges. By giving focus on what remains rather than dwelling on losses, caregivers can enhance quality of life and promot...
A Gift of Knowledge & Memories
March 02, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBWe are more than our vital statistics. Sharing our knowledge and memories are part of the human experience Our brains can be the best vault for keeping knowledge and memories, but others can't access the information. Many of us joke that it would be nice if we could “download” our brains. We store vast quantities of data, stories, and memories. How would we feel if someone came up with a solution to help us share what we've locked in our minds? While there is no current option that allows c...
155 - A Gift of Knowledge & Memories
March 02, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBWe are more than our vital statistics. Sharing our knowledge and memories is part of the human experience. Our brains can be the best vault for keeping knowledge and memories, but others can't access the information. Many of us joke that it would be nice if we could “download” our brains. We store vast quantities of data, stories, and memories. How would we feel if someone created a solution to help us share what we've locked in our minds? While there is no current option that allows comple...
The Gift of Knowledge & Memories
March 02, 2021 11:00 - 84.9 MBWe are more than our vital statistics. Sharing our knowledge and memories is part of the human experience. Our brains can be the best vault for keeping knowledge and memories, but others can't access the information. Many of us joke that it would be nice if we could “download” our brains. We store vast quantities of data, stories, and memories. How would we feel if someone created a solution to help us share what we've locked in our minds? While there is no current option that allows comple...
Before There’s a Cure – CBD?
February 23, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBAt the same time, we're looking for a cure for Alzheimer's; are we ignoring a potential natural ally? At the very least, could CBD be a preventative treatment? According to researchers at California's Salk Institute, their 2017 study has found evidence that cannabinoids such as CBD could help remove dementia from brain cells. In the hope that we can avoid developing the disease, or at the very least reducing its effects, are we missing out? Why are we afraid to investigate this option? Are w...
Dementia Relief: Can CBD Bridge the Gap?
February 23, 2021 11:00 - 107 MBAt the same time, we're looking for a cure for Alzheimer's; are we ignoring a potential natural ally? At the very least, could CBD be a preventative treatment? According to researchers at California's Salk Institute, their 2017 study has found evidence that cannabinoids such as CBD could help remove dementia from brain cells. In the hope that we can avoid developing the disease, or at the very least reducing its effects, are we missing out? Why are we afraid to investigate this option? Are w...
154 - Before There’s a Cure – CBD?
February 23, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBAt the same time, we're looking for a cure for Alzheimer's; are we ignoring a potential natural ally? At the very least, could CBD be a preventative treatment? According to researchers at California's Salk Institute, their 2017 study has found evidence that cannabinoids such as CBD could help remove dementia from brain cells. In the hope that we can avoid developing the disease, or at the very least reducing its effects, are we missing out? Why are we afraid to investigate this option? Are w...
Parenting Your Parent - Millennial Caregivers Unique Challenges
February 16, 2021 11:00 - 81.1 MBImagine caring for your parent at a time when you yourself are just starting out in your career, building a family, and maybe even facing student loans. That's the reality for many millennial caregivers facing dementia. This episode explores the unique challenges this generation faces, from navigating the healthcare system to balancing their own needs with those of their parent. We'll also offer tips and resources to help millennial caregivers cope and find support. +++++++++++++++++++++++++...
Parenting Your Parent
February 16, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBCaregiving responsibilities can be challenging at any age, but compared with older peers; millennials are at a stage of life that can exacerbate the challenges. The average age of a millennial caregiver is 27. Instead of focusing on their careers, this generation of adults is attempting to live in two different worlds.
153 - Parenting Your Parent
February 16, 2021 11:00 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBCaregiving responsibilities can be challenging at any age, but compared with older peers; millennials are at a stage of life that can exacerbate the challenges. The average age of a millennial caregiver is 27. Instead of focusing on their careers, this generation of adults is attempting to live in two different worlds.
Insights on Aging and Health - Frailty Explained
February 09, 2021 11:00 - 67 MBA conversation with Dr. Elena Mucci on Frailty. What it is, and how to avoid becoming frail. Frailty is an aging-related physiological decline syndrome characterized by significant vulnerability to adverse health outcomes. Awareness of frailty and associated risks for adverse health outcomes can improve care for this most vulnerable of patients. Until I spoke to my brand new guest host, Dr. Elena Mucci, I didn't know that frailty was a medical thing. Additionally, it's something that we can...
Frailty Explained: Dr. Mucci's Insights on Aging and Health
February 09, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBA conversation with Dr. Elena Mucci on Frailty. What it is, and how to avoid becoming frail. Frailty is an aging-related physiological decline syndrome characterized by significant vulnerability to adverse health outcomes. Awareness of frailty and associated risks for adverse health outcomes can improve care for this most vulnerable of patients. Until I spoke to my brand new guest host, Dr. Elena Mucci, I didn't know that frailty was a medical thing. Additionally, it's something that we can...
Frailty Is A Thing?
February 09, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBA conversation with Dr. Elena Mucci on Frailty. What it is, how to avoid becoming frail. Frailty is an aging-related physiological decline syndrome characterized by significant vulnerability to adverse health outcomes. Awareness of frailty and associated risks for adverse health outcomes can improve care for this most vulnerable of patients. Until I spoke to my brand new guest host, Dr. Elena Mucci, I didn't know that frailty was a medical thing. Additionally, it's something that we can avo...
152 - Frailty Is A Thing? W/Dr. Elena Mucci
February 09, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBA conversation with Dr. Elena Mucci on Frailty. What it is, and how to avoid becoming frail. Frailty is an aging-related physiological decline syndrome characterized by significant vulnerability to adverse health outcomes. Awareness of frailty and associated risks for adverse health outcomes can improve care for this most vulnerable of patients. Until I spoke to my brand new guest host, Dr. Elena Mucci, I didn't know that frailty was a medical thing. Additionally, it's something that we can...
Frailty Is A Thing? W/Dr. Elena Mucci
February 09, 2021 11:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBA conversation with Dr. Elena Mucci on Frailty. What it is, how to avoid becoming frail. Frailty is an aging-related physiological decline syndrome characterized by significant vulnerability to adverse health outcomes. Awareness of frailty and associated risks for adverse health outcomes can improve care for this most vulnerable of patients. Until I spoke to my brand new guest host, Dr. Elena Mucci, I didn't know that frailty was a medical thing. Additionally, it's something that we can avo...
151 - All About Palliative Care
February 02, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBDame Cicely Saunders is the founder of Palliative care. We're talking today all about Palliative care. Palliative care focuses on improving the overall wellness of individuals with serious illnesses. It addresses both the symptoms and the stress of living with a chronic disease. It may also involve support for loved ones or caregivers. Palliate comes from pallium, the Latin word for ‘cloak.’ To palliate is to cloak, or cover-up, the symptoms of an illness without curing it. This meaning gre...
All About Palliative Care
February 02, 2021 11:00 - 76.2 MBDame Cicely Saunders is the founder of Palliative care. We're talking today all about Palliative care. Palliative care focuses on improving the overall wellness of individuals with serious illnesses. It addresses both the symptoms and the stress of living with a chronic disease. It may also involve support for loved ones or caregivers. Palliate comes from pallium, the Latin word for ‘cloak.’ To palliate is to cloak, or cover-up, the symptoms of an illness without curing it. This meaning gre...
We’re Doing Aging Wrong – Plan to Age Well
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBWe're doing aging wrong. Our healthcare system delivers quick interventions that act as band-aids but fail to include the entire family. Our medical model focuses on the body yet neglects the mind and soul; both are essential to our healing and comfort. Older adults are often scared and alone when they need more attention, support, and love. If you Google “How To Age Well,” there is a lot of advice about diet, exercise, wearing sunscreen, but very little advice that focuses on our entire wel...
150 - We’re Doing Aging Wrong – Plan to Age Well
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 154 MBWe're doing aging wrong. Our healthcare system delivers quick interventions that act as band-aids but fail to include the entire family. Our medical model focuses on the body yet neglects the mind and soul; both are essential to our healing and comfort. Older adults are often scared and alone when they need more attention, support, and love. If you Google “How To Age Well,” there is a lot of advice about diet, exercise, wearing sunscreen, but very little advice that focuses on our entire wel...
How To Do Aging Well – Creating a Plan
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 155 MBWe're doing aging wrong. Our healthcare system delivers quick interventions that act as band-aids but fail to include the entire family. Our medical model focuses on the body yet neglects the mind and soul; both are essential to our healing and comfort. Older adults are often scared and alone when they need more attention, support, and love. If you Google “How To Age Well,” there is a lot of advice about diet, exercise, wearing sunscreen, but very little advice that focuses on our entire well...
How To Age Well – Creating a Plan
January 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 154 MBWe're doing aging wrong. Our healthcare system delivers quick interventions that act as band-aids but fail to include the entire family. Our medical model focuses on the body yet neglects the mind and soul; both are essential to our healing and comfort. Older adults are often scared and alone when they need more attention, support, and love. If you Google “How To Age Well,” there is a lot of advice about diet, exercise, wearing sunscreen, but very little advice that focuses on our entire we...
Knowledge is a Caregivers Best Friend
January 19, 2021 11:00 - 77.4 MBEmpower yourself as a caregiver! Knowledge is your greatest asset. The more you understand about your loved one's condition, the better you can manage their care, advocate for their needs, and navigate the caregiving journey. This episode explores the power of knowledge for caregivers and offers tips for finding reliable information and building your caregiving expertise. Lacking the knowledge of how to best care for someone with Alzheimer's is common for most family caregivers. Each person ...
149 - Knowledge is a Caregivers Best Friend
January 19, 2021 11:00 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBLacking the knowledge of how to best care for someone with Alzheimer's is common for most family caregivers. Each person is unique, and the disease affects them in their own ways. The differences in how each person reacts to their condition make it more challenging to get solid advice from other caregivers.
Letting Go With Love
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBLetting Go With Love - Supporting the dying process for someone with dementia. How can we manage "letting go with love" when our society views death as a failure? Dying is a process we will all go through, and it is a very personal experience. Understanding how to support someone with dementia on this last journey is essential. It is difficult for us, but it is necessary. Understanding the dying process will help us help our loved ones. Letting go with love is the ultimate gift we can give....
Embracing Death with Barbara Karnes' Wisdom
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 71.7 MBEmbracing Death with Barbara Karnes' Wisdom – Supporting the dying process for someone with dementia. How can we manage “embracing anticipatory grief” when our society views death as a failure? Dying is a process we will all go through, and it is a very personal experience. Understanding how to support someone with dementia on this last journey is essential. It is difficult for us, but it is necessary. Understanding the dying process will help us help our loved ones. Letting go with love is t...
148 - Letting Go With Love (W/Barbara Karnes)
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBLetting Go With Love – Supporting the dying process for someone with dementia. How can we manage “letting go with love” when our society views death as a failure? Dying is a process we will all go through, and it is a very personal experience. Understanding how to support someone with dementia on this last journey is essential. It is difficult for us, but it is necessary. Understanding the dying process will help us help our loved ones. Letting go with love is the ultimate gift we can give....
Letting Go With Love (W/Barbara Karnes)
January 12, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBLetting Go With Love – Supporting the dying process for someone with dementia. How can we manage “letting go with love” when our society views death as a failure? Dying is a process we will all go through, and it is a very personal experience. Understanding how to support someone with dementia on this last journey is essential. It is difficult for us, but it is necessary. Understanding the dying process will help us help our loved ones. Letting go with love is the ultimate gift we can give....
147 - Paperwork Isn’t Sexy (But It’s Important)
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MBPaperwork isn't sexy – a list of documents caregivers need. Paperwork isn't sexy, In the eighties, promises of four-day workweeks and paperless offices were made thanks to the desktop computer. This promise has never happened, and despite cloud storage, paperwork is an endless chore we must all endure. As caregivers, the endless piles of paperwork are one more tedious task that we must tackle. What is essential, what can we toss – it's an infinite cycle, to be sure. My Dad had a spreadshee...
Essential Paperwork for Caregivers: What You Need to Know
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 70.1 MBEssential Paperwork for Caregivers: What You Need to Know Paperwork isn't sexy, In the eighties, promises of four-day workweeks and paperless offices were made thanks to the desktop computer. This promise has never happened, and despite cloud storage, paperwork is an endless chore we must all endure. As caregivers, the endless piles of paperwork are one more tedious task that we must tackle. What is essential, what can we toss – it's an infinite cycle, to be sure. How Some Manage Paperwork ...
Paperwork Isn’t Sexy (But It’s Important)
January 05, 2021 11:00 - 50 minutes - 69.4 MBPaperwork isn't sexy – a list of documents caregivers need. Paperwork isn't sexy, In the eighties, promises of four-day workweeks and paperless offices were made thanks to the desktop computer. This promise has never happened, and despite cloud storage, paperwork is an endless chore we must all endure. As caregivers, the endless piles of paperwork are one more tedious task that we must tackle. What is essential, what can we toss – it's an infinite cycle, to be sure. My Dad had a spreadshee...
Smiling Through Your Tears (Anticipatory Grief)
December 29, 2020 11:00 - 65.3 MBAnticipatory grief has benefits of which we're not aware. In this episode, I talked with Harriet Hodgson about anticipatory grief. Harriet has been a freelance health and wellness writer for 38 years, but more importantly, she has experienced more than her share of suffering. Harriet and I talk about the many forms of early grief, how the process can be beneficial, and how you can add it to your coping tools. Harriet's book also tackles; grief as a reaction to change, early grief's symptoms a...
146 - Smiling Through Your Tears (Anticipatory Grief)
December 29, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBAnticipatory grief has benefits of which we're not aware. In this episode, I talked with Harriet Hodgson about anticipatory grief. Harriet has been a freelance health and wellness writer for 38 years, but more importantly, she has experienced more than her share of suffering. Harriet and I talk about the many forms of early grief, how the process can be beneficial, and how you can add it to your coping tools. Harriet's book also tackles; grief as a reaction to change, early grief's symptoms a...