Home and Heart: The Importance of Aging in Place

Send us FAN MAIL text, include your cell# for a replyGeriatric Care and the Significance of Aging in PlaceIn this episode of Open Forum in the Villages, Mike Roth interviews Dr. Seetha Bhagavatula, a geriatrician, discussing her experiences and expertise in caring for people with Alzheimer's disease or dementia. Dr. Bhagavatula shares her personal background, the importance of aging in place, and challenges associated with dementia care. The conversation also highlights misconceptions about dementia and the holistic approach required for optimal patient care. The episode concludes with an introduction to Remo Health, a virtual platform dedicated to supporting individuals with cognitive impairment, and strategies for handling dementia with family members.00:00 Introduction to Open Forum Season Seven00:30 Meet Dr. Seetha Bhagavatula01:09 Personal Story: Caring for Grandparents02:27 The Importance of Aging in Place03:49 Music and Dementia04:21 Stigma and Dementia in The Villages06:39 Challenges of Dementia Care07:44 Understanding Self-Identity in Dementia12:04 What Matters Most in Dementia Care14:21 Introducing Remo Health16:05 Medications and Telemedicine16:51 Improving Dementia Care in the U.S.17:45 Early Signs and Family Conversations19:47 Diagnosing Alzheimer's vs. Other Dementias21:18 Conclusion and Contact InformationVillages Vitality Listeners, I've got some good news for you. In season 8 most new episodes will released as both audio & video versions. Videos on Apple Podcasts, Busssprout.com and YouTube. If you're listening via our Buzzsprout feed, you can ask questions via the Fan Mail button or leave me comments as a text or in our new feature, you can send it as a voicemail. If you'd like a response, make sure you leave your name, email address and cell phone number.Support the showVillages Vitality Senior Life Unscripted is Produced & Directed by Mike RothA new episode will be released most Fridays at 9 AMDirect all questions and comments to [email protected] you know a someone who should appear on the show, please contact us at:  [email protected]