Still Here, Still Me: Embracing the Person Living with Dementia Right Now - EP 172

Are you mourning the person your loved one used to be? This episode is the first breath of fresh air you’ve taken in a long time. 🌬️Join RN Diane Carbo and guest Marilyn Raichle for a heart-opening conversation about embracing the person living with dementia right now. Marilyn shares how she defied her mother’s wish for her to "walk away," discovering instead a world of humor, competitive Scrabble games, and a "distilled essence" of her mother that she never would have known otherwise.Highlights include:The Care Partner Shift: Moving from "taking care of" to "living with".Art as a Bridge: How creativity cuts through the fear of a diagnosis.The 5-Minute Joy Challenge: A simple tool for bone-tired caregivers to reconnect with their loved ones tomorrow.Maud’s Awards: Celebrating the $100,000 annual awards for the most innovative care programs in the country.Marilyn’s Message: Relax, smile, listen, and share joy. Your loved one is still there.