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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2025 · 45 MIN

Life of meaning and purpose: Sam Simon the "Dementia Man"

from Ask Dr. Mia: Navigating Dementia Caregiving

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, host Dr. Mia speaks with Sam Simon, a lawyer and playwright diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Sam shares his journey, including the impact of his diagnosis on his family, the importance of communication, and the challenges of navigating legal and financial planning. He discusses the emotional and practical aspects of living with dementia, the role of family dynamics, and the significance of advocacy. Sam Simon shares his personal journey with Alzheimer's disease, discussing the challenges and adaptations he and his wife, Susan, have made. He emphasizes the importance of finding meaning and purpose in life, and the power of love and connection in the face of adversity. To learn more about Sam and his play Dementia Man visit his website at https://www.dementiaman.com/ Follow Ask Dr, Mia on Instagram, BlueSky, and YouTube Support the showVideo on Ask Dr. Mia YouTube channelTranscripts on www.miayangmd.com. Transcripts are automatically generated and may contain minor inaccuracies. Email: [email protected] expressed are exclusive of Dr. Mia Yang and not reflective of her or guest speaker's employers or funders. 

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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Ask Dr. Mia podcast, host Dr. Mia speaks with Sam Simon, a lawyer and playwright diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Sam shares his journey, including the impact of his diagnosis on his family, the importance of communication, and the challenges of navigating legal and financial planning. He discusses the emotional and practical aspects of living with dementia, the role of family dynamics, and the significance of advocacy. Sam Simon sh...

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