Testing Positive: Peggy's Journey

This week our guest Peggy openly shares the experience of living with the knowledge of testing positive for the Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD) GRN mutation. Peggy always knew of a long family history of dementia, spanning back 3 generations... and shares her experience witnessing her father's journey with FTD. We get into Peggy's experience with research, her feelings around understanding her genetic status, and how she's bonded with her brothers over this shared experience. Wait til the end for a very special tribute to Peggy's father, Jerry! Thank you for listening! Let us know what you think of this episode by connecting with us on instagram @remembermepodcast, on our website, or by joining ⁠Re-Members Only⁠! --- Thank you to our sponsor of this episode and Season 7, ⁠LearnFTD⁠. LearnFTD is working to raise awareness of gene mutations in FTD and the importance of genetic testing. Visit ⁠LearnFTD.com⁠ for information and resources on FTD, genetics, and a video providing an overview of genetic testing and counseling. You can also follow LearnFTD on ⁠Facebook⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ @LearnFTD. --- ⁠Remember Me⁠ is a podcast created by two moms who became fast friends on Instagram while caregiving for their parents. It features stories of Frontotemporal Dementia - FTD - with a focus on remembering individuals for who they were before the disease. The stories shared are raw, real, and so full of love. We hope it inspires you to "accept the good." "Always, always, accept the good." ____ The Remember Me Podcast + Community provides resources, connection and understanding for families, caregivers and people affected by Frontotemporal Dementia. For all things RM, join us over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, visit our website www.remembermeftd.com or follow us on Instagram!