The Dementia Download - Emotions

In this episode of The Dementia Download we explore emotions. We cover some of the emotions that can be caused by the changes in the brain brought about by dementia itself. We then delve into some of the emotions that can be felt around the time of diagnosis and some of the ways we can cope with these emotions.This episode features contributions from:Andi Jaeckel, a Clinical Psychologist based in Merseyside who specialises in dementiaPete Middleton - a dementia activist who is living with dementia https://www.livingwithdementia.onlineAudrey - a former carer for her husband TomGina Shaw (archival) - a former dementia activist with Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementiaNat Gavin - a former carer for his mum GinaNarration is by Roger Hill, with a script by Alisha Riley. Produced and edited by Nat Gavin.Music in this episode is by Don Beacham, a man living with dementia.Links and Helplines:Linkshttps://www.dementiauk.orgwww.alzheimers.org.ukhttps://www.ageuk.org.ukHelplinesAlzheimers Society Dementia Support Line0333 150 3456Monday to Wednesday: 9am – 8pmThursday and Friday: 9am – 5pmSaturday and Sunday: 10am – 4pmAdmiral Nurse Dementia Helpline to speak to a dementia specialist Admiral Nurse0800 888 6678Email - [email protected] Monday to Friday 9am-9pmSaturday and Sunday 9am-5pmOpen bank holidays (9am-5pm), except 25th DecemberAge UK Advice Line for older people0800 678 1602Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a yearDementia Carers Count - Carer Support Line0800 652 1102Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm