A Journey of Empathy, Knowledge, and Hope

Cognitive Connections - Podcast Trailer

Release Date: 09/28/2023

Description: Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of dementia with the Cognitive Connections: Conversations on Dementia podcast! With your host Carrie Candy from the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories, we are thrilled to bring you insightful conversations that bridge understanding and forge connections. We're breaking boundaries, challenging stigmas, and sparking conversations that truly matter.

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Discover Mindful Connections: New Hope for Alzheimer's

Release Date: 07/12/2023

Description: Anne Fraser sits down with Chasity Robinson Mwangi, the founder of Mindful Connections, a company dedicated to clearing up the common misconceptions and misinformation surrounding Alzheimer's and dementia care. With over 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Chasity recognized a need for accurate, accessible information for families navigating the challenges of dementia and mental illness.During their discussion, Chasity shares the motivation behind the creation of Mindful Connections and its initiative 'Conversations of Dementia' – a free resource for families. Through 'Conversations of Dementia', Chasity presents real stories, dispels misconceptions, and provides practical tips, resources, and solutions for caregivers.In this enlightening conversation, Chasity reveals how she's seen families, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and even elder law attorneys, struggle with misconceptions about dementia. She explains why it is crucial to provide accurate information and debunk myths, and how making small lifestyle changes can significantly impact brain health.Later, the conversation shifts to the challenges people and families face with Alzheimer's and dementia, especially the stigmas that often prevent individuals from seeking the resources they need. Chasity elaborates on the vital importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, adequate sleep, stress management, nutrition, and physical activity in preserving cognitive health.Fraser and Mwangi touch on the distressing trend of younger people experiencing cognitive decline and express their shared mission to raise awareness and provide hope. They conclude the discussion by addressing practical issues families often face when their loved ones need care, such as understanding healthcare systems, knowing the differences between skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care, and managing financial resources.About Anne Fraser:Anne Fraser faced immense challenges as the primary caregiver for both of her parents. Tragically, both parents passed away from these debilitating diseases. Later, Anne herself was diagnosed with cognitive decline, a known precursor to Alzheimer's and dementia.With her tenacity and knowledge, Anne embarked on a journey to reverse her cognitive decline back to 100% cognition. By seeking medical assistance and implementing crucial lifestyle changes, she successfully achieved her goal.In addition to her experience in caregiving and cognitive health, Anne is also an accomplished entrepreneur. Together with her husband Mark, Anne owns and operates The Fraser Team, a renowned real estate agency powered by eXp Realty. As one of the top real estate teams in Kansas City, Anne and Mark have a proven track record of excellence, helping countless clients achieve their dream of homeownership.Support the Show.

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Reimagining Dementia Care: The Power of Activities!

Release Date: 08/23/2023

Description: How can tailored activities impact the lives of those grappling with dementia and Alzheimer's?Our esteemed guest, Mandy Shoemaker from Connectivities, unfolds her personal journey from identifying the gaps in senior care to creating a groundbreaking platform. This platform, packed with diverse activities, not only offers entertainment but also provides an avenue for genuine connections and cherished memories. With activities ranging from crafts to sports, Mandy's venture has brought about a paradigm shift in how we approach and understand dementia care.What You'll Learn: -The transformational power of Connectivity US's tailored activities-The significance of creating personalized experiences based on individual interests-Techniques and strategies for caregivers and families to foster deeper connections with dementia patients-The broader vision and mission behind Connectivity US and its future roadmap.For more details, and to explore the world of Connectivity US firsthand, get in touch with Mandy. Email: [email protected] Visit: https://connectivities.usAnne Fraser faced immense challenges as the primary caregiver for both of her parents. Tragically, both parents passed away from these debilitating diseases. Later, Anne herself was diagnosed with cognitive decline, a known precursor to Alzheimer's and dementia.With her tenacity and knowledge, Anne embarked on a journey to reverse her cognitive decline back to 100% cognition. By seeking medical assistance and implementing crucial lifestyle changes, she successfully achieved her goal.In addition to her experience in caregiving and cognitive health, Anne is also an accomplished entrepreneur. Together with her husband Mark, Anne owns and operates The Fraser Team, a renowned real estate agency powered by eXp Realty. As one of the top real estate teams in Kansas City, Anne and Mark have a proven track record of excellence, helping countless clients achieve their dream of homeownership.Support the Show.

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McGill Cares: Exercise and Cognitive Health

Release Date: 05/31/2023

Description: Louis Bherer, PhD, is Full Professor at the Department of Medicine at the Université de Montréal and the Director of the Centre ÉPIC at the Montreal Heart Institute, where he holds the Mirella and Lino Saputo Chair in Cardiovascular Health and Prevention of Cognitive Disorders. He is also a researcher at the Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal. Prof. Bherer’s research examines how cognitive health can be improved and maintained as we age. In particular, he is looking at the impact of physical fitness on cognitive vitality in late adulthood.  Prof. Bherer will talk about how maintaining an active lifestyle can help prevent and delay cognitive decline in normal aging and dementia.   Original air date: May 31, 2023. ______________________________________________    McGill Cares is supported by the Amelia Saputo Community Outreach for Dementia Care.  McGill Cares is an initiative of the McGill Dementia Education Program, which is funded by private donations. To contribute or for more information about our program, please visit http://www.mcgill.ca/dementia.  This page also contains a link to trusted resources specific to dementia.          If you have any topics or questions that you would like us to address during our weekly webcasts, please email us at [email protected]. 

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Dementia Resilience with Jill Lorentz's podcast

Release Date: 04/11/2021

Authors: Jill Lorentz

Description: Meet Jill Lorentz, dementia expert as she guides you through practical applications for living with cognitive impairment and memory loss.

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The Blooming Brain

Release Date: 09/14/2021

Authors: Helen Macpherson

Description: The Blooming Brain is a podcast to help people who have family members who are getting older or living with dementia. Hear from the experts about dementia care, potential treatments and how to keep your own brain healthy. Hosted by Dr Helen Macpherson a cognitive neuroscientist with over 10 years of experience in dementia prevention.

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Shaping Dementia Environments

Release Date: 04/27/2021

Authors: Perkins Eastman

Description: The experience of living in dementia care environments hasn’t evolved in 30 years – and we think it’s time for change. Conversations with disruptive operators, policy shapers, and designers examine how new thinking is shaping the places people living with dementia call home.Each episode, we’ll elaborate on a single pattern of innovation in dementia environments - some focusing on physical spaces, others highlighting care philosophies and procedures. Join Max Winters and Jennifer Sodo, senior living architects at Perkins Eastman, as we seek a wide variety of perspectives on these topics, from across disciplines and from around the world. We hope these conversations will inspire the listener to join us in empowering older adults to live authentically regardless of where they are on their cognitive journey.This is a call to action: let’s make better dementia environments for everyone, together.

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The Dementia Podcast

Release Date: 01/30/2021

Authors: Professor Colm Cunningham

Description: The Dementia Podcasts provides the latest research, expertise and currency of knowledge from the HammondCare Dementia Centre and our guests. In our new season, Colm is joined by author Ailsa Wild as they showcase conversations with people living with dementia on a personal journey from diagnosis. Joined by experts in community health and dementia care the podcasts addresses the latest in thinking and practice issues that need to be considered in advanced dementia.

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Toby Cumming Interview – International Journal of Stroke

Release Date: 08/18/2020

Authors: International Journal of Stroke

Description: The 2011 World Stroke Day edition of the International Journal of Stroke launches our Vascular dementia and cognitive impairment series with a review from Toby Cumming and Amy Brodtmann.‘Can stroke cause neurodegenerative dementia?Carmen Lahiff-Jenkins, Managing of the International Journal of Stroke spoke to Dr Cumming Post Doctoral fellow at the Florey Neurosciences Institutes.

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Dementia Letters Project Podcast

Release Date: 09/01/2020

Authors: Kathryne Fassbender

Description: Welcome to the Dementia Letters Project Community! This podcast is hosted by Kathryne Fassbender, CDCS, a Dementia and Creative Engagement Specialist, who is also the Granddaughter of someone who lived with Vascular Dementia. It is here where we will come together to grow wealthy in connection, creativity, hope, and joy. On this podcast, you will find a blend of information that reflects on the latest trends and research in the field of dementia and aging, as well as deep conversations with aging and dementia professionals, and those living with dementia. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dementialetters/support

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John DenBoer's Podcast

Release Date: 06/21/2021

Authors: John DenBoer

Description: Dr. John DenBoer is the CEO of Dementia Prevention Systems, Inc. a company that he believes will be extremely successful in helping older individuals with early-stage dementia. John DenBoer is passionate about being able to make a strong difference in the field of mild cognitive impairment and early-stage dementia. As a philanthropist, John DenBoer has held a number of voluntary positions that allowed him to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged older people.

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Diving Deeper into Dementia

Release Date: 04/27/2021

Authors: Danika Brown

Description: Hello and welcome to Episode #1 of the “Diving Deeper into Dementia” podcast, this is your host Danika Brown. Thank you Mayo Clinic for being the sponsor of today’s episode. On “Diving Deeper into Dementia” we discuss important issues that you may run into when working with a loved one who has dementia, is in the early stages or if you simply would like to learn more about Dementia. My inspiration for this podcast stems from my grandfather who passed away with Dementia a couple years ago. My goal for this podcast is to integrate dementia talks into everyday conversations, and provide knowledge

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The Peace with Dementia Rosary Podcast

Release Date: 04/26/2021

Authors: Matthew Estrade

Description: The Peace with Dementia Rosary Podcast is part of The Peace with Dementia Rosary, a Catholic ministry for memory impairment. The podcast features interviews with guests who discuss where our Catholic faith and dementia intersect and how we can use our faith on the journey of dementia.

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Where Are My Keys?

Release Date: 08/13/2020

Authors: Kari Brown

Description: Powerful first hand stories and expert conversations in preventing and reversing cognitive decline.

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Zen Den Storytime

Release Date: 03/30/2021

Authors: Micheal Brown

Description: Comforting Connections through stories and conversations

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The Journey

Release Date: 09/24/2020

Authors: BMac

Description: Making Positive Connections through Positive Conversations

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