Facing FTD: Support, Education, and Hope - EP 121

Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) is the most common form of dementia for people under 60, yet it is frequently misdiagnosed as depression or a midlife crisis. In this episode, Diane Carbo is joined by Esther Kane, MSN, RN, CDP, Director of Support and Education for the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD).https://www.caregiverrelief.com/facing-ftd-support-education-and-hope-episode-121 They discuss the critical differences between Alzheimer’s and FTD, the challenges of managing behavioral variants, and the promising new research and clinical trials currently underway. Esther also shares vital resources, including the AFTD helpline, support groups, and Comstock grants for respite and quality of life.If you are navigating an FTD diagnosis, you are not alone. Tune in for practical advice on building a care team and finding hope on this difficult journey.