The Move

Mom’s move into semi-assisted living in Quebec turned out to be far more complicated than expected. From the impossible caregiving schedule it created for our family to the false promise of a transit bed, this episode dives into the real challenges of caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s. We share our firsthand experiences navigating the Quebec healthcare system for elder care, the long wait for a geriatric assessment, and the moment when a doctor finally cut through the confusion with a CT scan referral. Along the way, we discuss the struggles of managing dementia at home, the realities of senior care facilities, and the humor and chaos that come with being adult children caregivers. If you’re juggling caregiving for a parent or loved one with dementia, exploring semi-assisted living, or just trying to survive the rollercoaster of elder care, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and real-life lessons you won’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen now and join us for a candid look at the highs, lows, and funny moments of caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s. About This is Your Brain on Mom: This Is Your Brain on Mom is a podcast where sibling co-hosts share the unexpected beginning of their mom’s dementia journey — a story that started with a broken ankle, not memory loss. Candid, emotional, and often funny, it’s a real-life look at caregiving, dementia vs. Alzheimer’s, and the bond that forms when siblings team up to care for a parent. Follow us on social media: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices