Repost - Breaking Stigma, Building Community: Berrie Holtzhausen’s Inspirational Journey living with Alzheimer’s Disease in Namibia, Africa

Join host Juliah Ratladi in this profound episode of "Dementia Caregiver's Corner" as she engages in a compelling conversation with Berrie Hotlhauzen, the Founder & CEO of Alzheimer Dementia Namibia (ADN). Despite his own dementia diagnosis, Berrie passionately works to combat the stigma linking people with dementia to witchcraft in rural African communities.   In this discussion, Berrie shares his courageous journey of advocacy and empowerment, highlighting the challenges he faced and the triumphs he achieved in breaking down barriers and fostering understanding within Namibian communities. Discover how he is dedicated to providing compassionate care for people living with dementia on a farm, where their needs are met without restraint or medication.   Tune in to learn about Berrie's commitment to transforming perceptions and creating inclusive spaces for individuals with dementia. Explore the power of community, compassion, and resilience in overcoming stigma and building a supportive environment for those affected by dementia.   Don't miss this inspiring episode of "Dementia Caregiver's Corner," where Juliah and Berrie Hotlhauzen shine a light on the transformative impact of advocacy and compassion in the fight against stigma and the journey towards dementia-inclusive communities   Find Berrie here: Linkedin:                https://www.linkedin.com/in/berrie-holtzhausen-b5a61736 Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/africanwitchfinder/   Follow Juliah Ratladi/Dementia Caregivers Corner Podcast on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/dementiacaregiverscorner?utm_source=qr&igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg%3D%3D   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliah-ratladi-dementia-care-awareness/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/DementiaCorner   Podcast Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087493920768 Do you want to be a guest? email us on: [email protected] Dementia caregivers` Corner Podcast is available on the following platforms Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementiacaregiverscorners-podcast/id1710778347 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6JeVOQteK08zsc7PTkRNTT Podbean: https://feed.podbean.com/dementiacaregiverscorner/feed.xml Amazon Music/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c6e17ee2-f194-4eae-b906-a854078dd530 TuneIn/Alexa: https://feed.podbean.com/dementiacaregiverscorner/feed.xml iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/125013574 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/3517995 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/dementiacaregiverscorners-podc-5494017