Frontotemporal Dementia [FTD]: Raising Awareness and Navigating Caregiving Challenges - Katie Prentiss

Katie's mom was just 62 when she was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The diagnosis catapulted her family into the world of caregiving and learning about this lesser known form of dementia. Katie Prentiss is an award winning actress and filmmaker. She is currently working on a feature film called “Wake Up Maggie” which is a love letter to her mom. You can reach Katie at her website https://www.katieprentiss.com or Instagram @wakeupmaggiemovie. You can also help Katie raise FTD awareness by supporting her go fund me. Some of the highlights Katie shares: Frontotemporal dementia [FTD] is a lesser known type of dementia that is often misdiagnosed as depression, menopause, alcoholism, or delusional disorder The unusual symptoms of FTD - this is not like the typical memory loss of Alzheimer's FTD is the most common type of dementia for people under 65 The reality of saying a "slow goodbye" to someone you love The reality of being catapulted into caregiving Why we need additional research about FTD Raising awareness through film The concept of "unraveling" by peeling back the layers that don't serve us anymore - becoming more authentic Learning to focus on what we can control Dealing with caregiver guilt Feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver Learning to be compassionate with yourself as a caregiver Acceptance is where peace lies Living with the thought, "What if it happens to me" Living a life filled with peace and fulfillment rather than fear and regret And more Please share, subscribe, leave a rating and review, visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and/or follow on youtube, facebook, instagram, and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast. Thanks! Also please visit the Hope for Healing website at hopeforhealingfoundation.org for free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, improve relationships, manage stress, and calm feelings of depression and anxiety. Become the champion of your own story as you overcome your challenges. Listen, Share, and Support If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may need hope today. Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and help us spread more healing and inspiration to the world. Free Resource for Healing If you're ready to release stress, calm your mind, and begin healing from within, visit: 🌿 https://hopeforhealingfoundation.org Discover free resources to help you build confidence, improve relationships, and find peace as you become the champion of your own story.