Facing Dementia Together: Insights with Lori Farris

Common misconceptions about dementia:“Families just really get into the short-term memory loss thing in the very beginning ... but it's really the sequential reasoning, the executive function, that they, it's hard to grasp that they've lost.” ~ Lori FarrisTitle: Facing Dementia Together: Insights with Lori FarrisWelcome to another episode of Life Happens with Kim Hegwood, where we dive into the real-life challenges that come with aging and caregiving. In this episode, host Kim Hegwood sits down with special guest Lori Farris, a certified dementia practitioner who brings both professional insight and deeply personal experience to the table.Together, they tackle the often misunderstood journey of dementia, exploring common misconceptions, the importance of caregiver self-care, and ways to create daily routines that foster success for both patients and their loved ones. Lori Farris shares invaluable advice for caregivers, emphasizes the power of support networks and community resources, and offers hope by touching on the latest developments in dementia research.Whether you’re a family member new to dementia care or a seasoned caregiver seeking fresh perspective and tips, this episode is filled with practical guidance and heartfelt encouragement for everyone navigating the challenges of dementia together.How to Contact lori@slshou.comwww.seniorlivingspecialistshouston.com713.240.6302Bio:Born in 1960 in Highland Park, Illinois, Lori Farris graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Agricultural Economics. After owning and operating her own Chicago-style restaurant in Dallas, Texas, and working as a tour operator in New York, Lori met and married Efisio Farris, a native of Sardinia. For the next 26 years, she would collaborate with her husband and open five Italian restaurants in Dallas and Houston.In 2018, after going on the journey with her parents and their aging health problems, Lori founded Senior Living Specialists Houston. She helps seniors and their families navigate the maze of Senior Living Communities. It is a complimentary service that she puts all her heart into and travels along the pathway with her clients. Lori is a Certified Dementia Practitioner. She was also the host of The Boomer Connection, a TV talk show that celebrates Boomers who are making a difference and helping others. She sits on the board of the Jewish Federation Business Professionals Women’s Networking Group, the board of the Better Business Bureau Educational Committee, and the Twilight Wish Committee for Senior Estate Concierge.Lori is an avid reader, raises chickens, speaks conversational Italian, and is always up for a walk._______________________________________________________________Contact Kim Hegwood- Elder Law AttorneyWebsite: https://www.yourlegacylegalcare.com/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/YourLegacyLegalCareLinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/yourlegacylegalcare YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@YourLegacyLegalCareInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourlegacylegalcare/