When Memory Fades, Love Remains: Dementia & Medicare’s GUIDE

Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia — and behind every diagnosis is a family holding on to hope. In this powerful conversation, host Keith D. Terry sits down with Brian Braggs, Army medic veteran and franchise owner of Right at Home Peoria, and Tierney Burdett, a devoted family caregiver turned advocate. Together, they unpack the emotional, financial, and spiritual weight that dementia places on families — and how the Medicare GUIDE Program is reshaping support for caregivers across the country.Listeners will hear how the program offers 24/7 nurse access, respite care at no cost, and a structured path for caregivers who have too often walked this journey alone. From personal stories of love and resilience to practical insights about navigating healthcare systems, this episode bridges the human and policy sides of one of today’s most pressing health challenges.🎧 Key themes:Understanding dementia vs. Alzheimer’sHow caregiving impacts families emotionally and financiallyInside the new Medicare GUIDE Program for dementia careWhy respite matters for caregiver survivalLeadership and purpose in healthcare deliveryThe future of home-based dementia support and technology📌 If you’re a caregiver, healthcare professional, or simply someone who wants to understand what’s ahead, this episode is for you.Send us your thought on this episode.Support the showKeith D. Terry produced this episode.   www.keithdterry.comPlease follow us on our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@keithdterryFor podcast guest recommendations, contact [email protected]