Overcoming Dementia Stigma: A Guide for Families

Continuing our World Alzheimer's Month theme on stigma, what happens when well-meaning friends suddenly stop calling? When family members talk about you instead of with you? In this powerful episode, National Dementia Trainer Dawn Platt tackles the hidden crisis that strikes right after a dementia diagnosis—stigma. It's not born from cruelty, but from fear and misunderstanding that can make someone feel erased from their own story. Dawn reveals the devastating myths that fuel this stigma, shares heart-wrenching stories from families who've lived it, and offers a roadmap for pushing back. Because here's the truth: a diagnosis doesn't erase a person's worth—but stigma can make them feel like it does. If you've ever wondered how to support someone with dementia, or if you're carrying the weight of these labels yourself, this episode will change how you see everything.