Alzheimer's Speaks

Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care Part 2 of 2: How to Become A Bold Care Leader With Mark Wilson     #BoldCareLeader #4MindsetShifts  #5BreakthroughCarePillars Lori La Bey talks with Mark Wilson, who wrote a combo memoir & how-to playbook on his journey with his mom. Mark is a passionate advocate for the disease, leading Alzheimer's support groups, advocating in DC and Sacramento, and leading various fundraising and patient rights activities.   Mark’s mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.  He decided to leave his career of  22+ years as a Leadership & Human Resources Executive at Taco Bell to care for his Mom full-time at home. Mark discovered that his love and passion for his mom, his passion to learn, and his executive career leading leadership development, Talent, and training (including training on Breakthrough Thinking), helped him lead the way to achieving breakthrough results for his mom, where she lived 3 times longer and happier than anyone expected.  Learn: Why did Mark write his book?  What a bold care leader   Why is shifting perceptions important?   4 Mindset Shifts From I have to, to I get to do this. From victim to accountable leader From I don’t know to no one knows more about your loved one. Leaning into leaderships 5 Breakthrough Care Pillars you discovered, leading to your mom living so much longer, healthier, and happier. Being a Care leader and advocate Safety Find and be the best care team Hire and lead Who's on your extended care team? Nutrition, supplements, and medications Reframing safety and entertainment Where to get hiring protocols for caregivers Create a surround sound approach to care Environment Integrated senses Create the feelings you want How to lead and talk to doctors Get Marks' top takeaways   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/breakthrough-alzheimers-care-part-2-of-2-how-to-become-a-bold-care-leader-with-mark-wilson/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/9yLcIkUD5ws Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks Podcast on Apple  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakthrough-alzheimers-care-part-2-of-2-how-to/id986940432?i=1000776653563 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks Podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1VAFIF0ZpqY8JEtdgwh6Af  Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/7/14/breakthrough-160-alzheimer-apos-s-care-part-2-of-2-how-to-become-a-bold-care-leader-160-with-mark-wilson    Contact Mark Wilson Website https://www.boldcareleader.com Book - Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care is on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Breakthrough-Alzheimers-Care-Mark-Wilson/dp/1957354917 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/boldcareleader/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/boldcareleader Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boldcareleader/   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care Part 1 of 2: How to Become A Bold Care Leader With Mark Wilson     #BoldCareLeader #4MindsetShifts  #5BreakthroughCarePillars Lori La Bey talks with Mark Wilson, who wrote a combo memoir & how-to playbook on his journey with his mom. Mark is a passionate advocate for the disease, leading Alzheimer's support groups, advocating in DC and Sacramento, and leading various fundraising and patient rights activities.   Mark’s mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.  He decided to leave his career of  22+ years as a Leadership & Human Resources Executive at Taco Bell to care for his Mom full-time at home. Mark discovered that his love and passion for his mom, his passion to learn, and his executive career leading leadership development, Talent, and training (including training on Breakthrough Thinking), helped him lead the way to achieving breakthrough results for his mom, where she lived 3 times longer and happier than anyone expected.  Learn: Why did Mark write his book?  What a bold care leader   Why is shifting perceptions important?   4 Mindset Shifts From I have to, to I get to do this. From victim to accountable leader From I don’t know to no one knows more about your loved one. Leaning into leaderships 5 Breakthrough Care Pillars you discovered, leading to your mom living so much longer, healthier, and happier. Being a Care leader and advocate Safety Find and be the best care team Hire and lead Who's on your extended care team? Nutrition, supplements, and medications Reframing safety and entertainment Where to get hiring protocols for caregivers Create a surround sound approach to care Environment Integrated senses Create the feelings you want How to lead and talk to doctors Get Marks' top takeaways   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/breakthrough-alzheimers-care-part-1-of-2-how-to-become-a-bold-care-leader-with-mark-wilson/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/FSb1rqjjMs4 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks Podcast on Apple  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakthrough-alzheimers-care-part-1-of-2-how-to/id986940432?i=1000776147092 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks Podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YUrQEoMnJLW6Jd9pIISDb   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432    Contact Mark Wilson Website https://www.boldcareleader.com Book - Breakthrough Alzheimer's Care is on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Breakthrough-Alzheimers-Care-Mark-Wilson/dp/1957354917 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/boldcareleader/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/boldcareleader Instagram https://www.instagram.com/boldcareleader/   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Afternoon of Life: Dementia, Aging, and the Courage to Stay #Dementia #Aging #LivingLifefully #FindingCalmness #Discrimination Lori La Bey talks with Eva Tombak, the author, and Viktor Tombak, Eva’s husband and the designer and Illustrator of the book AFTERNOON: The Aging Guide for Beginners, which explores aging, dementia, caregiving, identity, and the fragile but enduring humanity that remains when memory begins to fade. Eva is a Lithuanian author, former journalist and magazine publisher, and yoga teacher based in Vilnius. Afternoon is her first book. Viktor Tombak is an architect and has guided the English-language edition from translation to publication and promotion. Learn: What does the title of the book mean? Dementia as a test of humanity. What dementia teaches us about the person whose memory begins to fail. Looking at dementia not only medically, but also through literature and memory. Finding hope when you think about dementia   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-afternoon-of-life-dementia-aging-and-the-courage-to-stay/  Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/h1eAJa-tVkQ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks podcast on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-afternoon-of-life-dementia-aging-and-the-courage-to-stay/id986940432?i=1000775759085 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/7/7/the-afternoon-of-life-dementia-aging-and-the-courage-to-stay   Contact Eva Tombak Book Purchase: Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/6099663207 Official Facebook Page: AFTERNOON by Eva Tombakhttps://www.facebook.com/AFTERNOONbook/ Personal Facebook https://www.facebook.com/eva.tombak/ (in Lithuanian only) Direct Email for Inquiries [email protected]   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hidden Heatwave: Loneliness, Dementia, and Senior Mental Health with Senior Helpers #SummerCaregivers #SurvivingHeat #CaringForElders  #SeniorHelpers Lori La Bey talks with Christina Chartrand, the Executive Vice President of Training and Programs at Senior Helpers; Tehjan Prendiville, Local Senior Helpers Owner, Tucson; and Garret Medeiros, Tucson Lead Caregiver and Trainer. Christina Chartrand is the Senior VP of Training and Staff Development for Senior Helpers Franchising. She has created numerous training programs for families and businesses, including Senior Helpers’ award-winning Senior Gems® and Parkinson’s Care programs. Tehjan Prendiville is a Registered Nurse with a 30-plus-year history in Healthcare. She has owned and operated healthcare businesses in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Florida, and now owns Senior Helpers franchises in Arizona. Garret Medeiros is the lead caregiver and trainer at Senior Helpers of Tucson. He is a dedicated caregiver with years of experience. Learn About: Senior Helpers Parkinson’s program and their “Senior Gems®” approach The Four M'S and the impact of each What Matters Most? Medication Management Mentation Mobility Age-Friendly Care How emotional well-being and loneliness evolved in healthcare How loneliness impacts older adults differently from other age groups How extreme heat can actually affect loneliness among seniors Tips for families caring for a senior who are thinking of traveling during the summer Simple everyday actions that can make a big difference in reducing loneliness and supporting healthy aging How to build trust and meaningful connections with seniors living with dementia. Creative ways families can keep seniors engaged   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-hidden-heatwave-loneliness-dementia-and-senior-mental-health/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/2c874ZAJABc?si=d_VsDlyDIJGMpQCI Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hidden-heatwave-loneliness-dementia-and-senior/id986940432?i=1000775052234 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/42fay8KwL6vqLmVFyIIJUv  Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432  Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/7/2/the-hidden-heatwave-loneliness-dementia-and-senior-mental-health-with-senior-helpers   Contact Senior Helpers Website   https://www.seniorhelpers.com/   Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/seniorhelpersnatl   YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/user/SeniorHelpersNat   LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/company/senior-helpers/   TikTok   https://www.tiktok.com/@srhelpersnatl     Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crayon Cards: Supporting Memory, Identity, and Connection Through Every Stage of Dementia Lori La Bey talks with Joe Pianetta, who has spent his professional career in the print production world, and he also cared for his father during that time last 2 years of his life, and that is what inspired crayon cards as a new business venture. Spending time at the dinner table, asking my father for details of his early years. Although he could not remember his grandchildren’s names, he remembered many details of his early years.  Learn: What is the back story that inspired Crayon Cards? How does Crayon Cards adapt to someone in the early stage versus the middle or late stage? Why is the middle stage often where Crayon Cards has its greatest impact? How can caregivers benefit from Crayon Cards? What is identity preservation, and why does it matter in dementia care? How do Crayon Cards support reminiscence therapy, and how does that help the person living with dementia, as well as their care partners?   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/supporting-memory-identity-and-connection-through-every-stage-of-dementia/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/VnBR5KtT_TQ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crayon-cards-supporting-memory-identity-and/id986940432?i=1000774142973 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5i7INm2z82A5GNsOYhKJev Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/6/25/crayon-cards-supporting-memory-identity-and-connection-through-every-stage-of-dementia   Contact Crayon Cards Crayon Cards: 833-237-4850 Email: [email protected] OR [email protected] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564737642952 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-IaHg_KIxycu1QDAeN4Elg Handle: @PhotosToColor YouTube video - Sample book from Crayon Cards https://youtu.be/3UiOsAmdplY YouTube Video - How to order a book https://youtu.be/_QrUbVhP8MY Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crayoncards4coloring Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/CrayonCards LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/crayon-cards/about/?viewAsMember=true   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Lori La Bey, the host of Alzheimer’s Speaks, talks about the first Memory Café she launched in the US back on October 26, 2011, and why the group decided to close it on June 10th, 2026. You will hear how Lori heard about the Memory Café concept and what enticed her to launch one in the US, and the reception and push back it received. Learn about the benefits the Memory Cafés make and the difference they are making not only to those living with a diagnosis, but to their families, friends, and the community at large. Find out how and where to access information about the Memory Cafés, along with finding ones close to you and how you can get involved. If you are looking to learn more about Memory Cafés and possibly open your own. Below are links to find support for a Memory Café: htts://alzheimersspeaks.com/memory-cafes/ https://dementiamap.com/ https://dfamerica.org/memory-cafe-directory/   Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ Join OPEN MIC and Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks  Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time.  We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites!  So, we invite you to tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about the service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia.  Have you written a book, penned, or produced a song or film?  If so, we want to hear from you.  Maybe you are working on a research project or have a trial you are promoting.  These conversations are always interesting.  Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us. Recording Date            Air DateJuly 21st                          July 28thAug. 18th                        Aug 25th                                                                                              Sept. 15th                       Sept 22ndOct. 20th                        Oct 27thNov. 17th                        Nov 24th Dec. 15th                        Dec 22nd     Contact Lori La Bey with Alzheimer’s Speaks Website –  https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/arthurs-memory-cafe-living-beyond-the-dementia-journey/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/IgOuHdmYC50   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arthurs-memory-cafe-living-beyond-the-dementia-journey/id986940432?i=1000773988440   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2iKzLrIcAMEQ1FJ4tBsBLJ   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432  Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/6/23/arthur-apos-s-memory-cafe-living-on-beyond-the-dementia-journey   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com   Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to Make Your Home More Senior and Dementia Friendly     #Calming #CaringBetter #HomeSafety  Lori La Bey talks with Tracy Cram Perkins, who is a four-time dementia caregiving survivor, author of Dementia Home Care: How to Prepare Before, During, and After, and host of Dementia Home Care on USA Global TV. Today, you will learn so many simple concepts that can change your life, how you care for others, and yourself. You’ll learn how to leverage the following for safety and comfort: Color Light Sound Texture Find out how to get your FREE “Melt Down Trigger List,” and learn about various resources, tools, and products. These insights will help you deal with all kinds of situations that can be affected by brain changes, like: Mealtime Grooming Sleeping Activities Balance and Fall Reduction Eyesight Hearing Communication Sundowning, Hallucinations, Delusions   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/how-to-make-your-home-more-senior-and-dementia-friendly/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/m1A1ReFX6dM Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-make-your-home-more-senior-and-dementia-friendly/id986940432?i=1000772899834 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3o5f0ORva9IqzDdNotf9Uk?si=eUvOzC8fSuCIfRgr2evTTg Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/6/18/how-to-make-your-home-more-senior-and-dementia-friendly    Contact Tracy Cram Perkins Website TracyCramPerkins.com Social media AccountsFacebook  @tracycramperkinsInstagram  @tracycramperkinsLinkedIn  @Tracy Cram Perkins   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to Make Your Home More Senior and Dementia Friendly      Lori La Bey talks with Tracy Cram Perkins, who is a four-time dementia caregiving survivor, author of Dementia Home Care: How to Prepare Before, During, and After, and host of Dementia Home Care on USA Global TV. Today, you will learn many simple concepts that can change your life and how you care for others and yourself. You’ll learn how to leverage the following for safety and comfort: Color Light Sound Texture Find out how to get your FREE “Melt Down Trigger List,” and learn about various resources, tools, and products. These insights will help you deal with all kinds of situations that can be affected by brain changes, like: Meal Time Grooming Sleeping Activities Balance and Fall Reduction Eyesight Hearing Communication Sundowning, Hallucinations, Delusions   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/how-to-make-your-home-more-senior-and-dementia-friendly/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/m1A1ReFX6dM Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-make-your-home-more-senior-and-dementia-friendly/id986940432?i=1000772899834 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3o5f0ORva9IqzDdNotf9Uk Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/6/18/how-to-make-your-home-more-senior-and-dementia-friendly   Contact Tracy Cram Perkins Website TracyCramPerkins.com Social media AccountsFacebook  @tracycramperkinsInstagram  @tracycramperkinsLinkedIn  @Tracy Cram Perkins   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quiet Mind Dementia Relief, Cognitive Improvement, and Joy     #DementiaandSilience  #ResonantSileneceTechnique  #DementiaSymptomsImprove Lori La Bey talks with Miriam Fein, the creator of Resonant Silence Technique (RST)®. Miriam experienced the power of restorative group silence, and by using gentle tones that led to periods of silence, she created the Resonant Silence Technique® (RST) for her group work with individuals with dementia. She does RST training for people living with dementia, family dementia caregivers, and gives workshops on RST as a path to inner peace for people without dementia. Her working title for her program is "Quiet Mind Dementia Relief, Cognitive Improvement and Joy." This is also the title of her book. LEARN:   What the Resonant Silence Technique (RST) ® is. Why is silence so vital for those with dementia? How RST can change the way we understand what people with dementia need in order to heal. How family and professional caregivers benefit from RST exercises. The benefits of bringing RST’s quieting, meditative experience to the residents of assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, and memory care centers.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post hhttps://alzheimersspeaks.com/quiet-mind-dementia-relief-cognitive-improvement-and-joy/tps://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/7qT0LhaVEF0?si=2KYfpe5xq36Yfttu Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quiet-mind-dementia-relief-cognitive-improvement-and-joy/id986940432?i=1000771275790 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2kV2Y4KwCQ5TwGs5edoXz1 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/6/4/quiet-mind-dementia-relief-cognitive-improvement-and-joy-160-160-160-160 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Contact Miriam Fein Website     https://www.resonantsilencetechnique.com/ Email  Phone  206-939-2124    Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Power of Light for Brain Health #Dementia #LightTherapy  #DementiaTechnology Lori La Bey talks with Jordan Hamlin, an expert in photo biomodulation, who presently consults for Neuronic, specializing in helping consumers and providers understand the technology and apply tPBM for brain health and wellness.   Learn: What is photo-biomodulation?   Are there different colors of light therapy, and do they target different areas or conditions? How can transcranial photo-biomodulation (tPBM) support brain health?  Does research support the use of tPBM for neurodegenerative conditions?     Can light therapy support caregivers, too? Are there certain health conditions that should be considered when choosing light for brain health?    Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-power-of-light-for-brain-health/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/WOazq5uDB8Q Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-power-of-light-for-brain-health/id986940432?i=1000770720983 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4XSZMgM7GpOMo4jnERLY7E Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/6/2/the-power-of-light-for-brain-health   Contact Neuronic Website   https://www.neuronic.online/ Email   [email protected] Youtube   https://www.youtube.com/@neuronic   Social Media  @neuronic   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uncle Scotchy’s Journey As A Son, Caregiver, And A Creative   #CaringForMom  #ASonsJourney #DementiaCare Lori La Bey talks with Eric Garcia, who goes by Uncle Scotchy, a musician from Miami who was a caregiver for his parents for 18 years. His mother lived with Early Alzheimer’s, and Eric wrote an immersive play about it called The Blues Opera. Learn: What Early-Onset Alzheimer’s looked like in Eric’s mother. How Eric’s family heritage affected how he and his dad cared for his mother. Some of the signs and symptoms his mother experienced. What Eric’s mother was like before being diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s, and how it affected Eric, his family, and friends. What lessons did Eric learn from his caregiving experiences? Why Eric wrote his one-man immersive play, The Blues Opera, and what his expectations for the play were, along with the audience response to it. Eric shares why he has decided to write a book, Uncle Scotchy and the Time Thief, regarding his experience, too. Eric’s future plans regarding dementia and caregiving.   Here is an article Eric wrote, which shares insights from his upcoming book!   Teaser for The Blues Opera https://youtu.be/fvIUQzP_Iuw?si=uSj1nFujIxEX9L5t   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/uncle-scotchys-journey-as-a-son-caregiver-and-a-creative/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/ZASUF-AlTzQ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncle-scotchys-journey-as-a-son-caregiver-and-a-creative/id986940432?i=1000769953661 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/57NNjNbfkEXn1ti22aoEr2 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/28/uncle-scotchy-8217-s-journey-as-a-son-caregiver-and-a-creative-160-160   Contact Eric Garcia Website     https://www.unclescotchy.com Email [email protected]  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@unclescotchy Facebook https://www.facebook.com/unclescotchyomb Twitter https://x.com/unclescotchy Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealunclescotchy/ Teaser for The Blues Opera https://youtu.be/fvIUQzP_Iuw?si=uSj1nFujIxEX9L5t    Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mom Forgot My Birthday: A ‘How-Not-To’ Guide for Caregivers    #CaringForMom  #ADaughtersJourney #DementiaCare Lori La Bey talks with Sonya Jury, a board member for the Alzheimer’s Association, Heart of America Chapter, and the author of Mom Forgot My Birthday: A Daughter’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s. Her book is a raw "how-not-to" guide for navigating the complexities of caregiving. Sonya draws on her personal experiences with her mother, Dean, and she provides caregivers with the information she wishes she’d had before her mother was diagnosed. Learn: About experiences that shift people from a supportive caregiver to a primary caregiver, and how that happened. About Sonya's “How-not-to” guide, and she tells us why she wrote it this way, and also shares a few of the lessons she learned that she hopes others don’t have to go through. What you can expect from Sonya’s book regarding: - Early-Stage Alzheimer’s (mild) - Middle-Stage Alzheimer’s (moderate) - Late-Stage Alzheimer’s (severe) Key differences between these stages from a caregiving perspective Some key resources available to caregivers that weren’t available a decade ago.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/mom-forgot-my-birthday-a-how-not-to-guide-for-caregivers/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/3qz_AGKQ_Ts Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-forgot-my-birthday-a-how-not-to-guide-for-caregivers/id986940432?i=1000769595541  Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QbBT13Es72kOqSZfhmyRf Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/26/a-8216-how-not-to-8217-guide-for-caregivers   Contact  Sonya Jury Website   https://www.businesssherpa.org/mom-forgot-my-birthday LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyajury/ Amazon to purchase book   Mom Forgot My Birthday: A Daughter’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s    Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the Caregiver Becomes the Predator: One Son's Fight to Uncover the Truth #FinancialAbuse #CaregiverTips #ProtectYourFamily Lori La Bey talks with Charles Wallace, who goes by Chip, about the financial abuse by a caregiver who stole nearly $1 million from his mother with dementia over four years. He hopes this will help other families prevent their loved ones' life savings from being stolen. Chip leveraged his 15-year career in banking and finance and taught himself forensic investigation to uncover the loss. He wrote the book  The Caregiver's Game to help other families from falling victim to financial abuse. Learn: How Charles’ mother was taken advantage of and financially abused Get your paperwork in order long before you need it, as it might be too late at that point, and most likely, far more expensive. Power of Attorney (POA) Healthcare Directive A Will or Trust Use a specialist to coordinate your paperwork, like an Elder law Attorney. Don’t turn everything over to someone else without actively monitoring things Keep your connections to important contacts so they know you are the one in control, and the caregiver is an employee only, not one in charge of the finances and medical decisions. Doctors Attorneys Financial Planners Bankers Bottom line: don’t outsource trust!   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/when-the-caregiver-becomes-the-predator-one-sons-fight-to-uncover-the-truth/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/hxcu5dRgQa8 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-the-caregiver-becomes-the-predator-one-sons-fight/id986940432?i=1000768856639 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pGDpmupiwFr6sUZF4ReDU Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/21/when-the-caregiver-becomes-the-predator-one-son-apos-s-fight-to-uncover-the-truth    Contact Charles Wallace Website     https://thecaregiversgame.com/ Email     Buy Charles' Book  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G322349C   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Camino Connection, Relationships, and Dementia  #Connections #Memories #Inspriation Lori La Bey talks with Andrea Hogan, a former Qualcomm CMO, fractional tech executive, and Chair of ElderHelp San Diego, an organization dedicated to helping older adults remain in their homes with dignity and independence. Her debut memoir, The Closest Thing to Magic, retraces the Camino de Santiago her mother walked at 68 — in the years before Alzheimer's began to dim her light. Learn: How Andrea’s mother walked the Camino at 68 before her Alzheimer's diagnosis, and what made her decide to walk it. How dementia can take a personal toll when caring for a parent. How the dementia journey shaped Andrea both personally and professionally. About ElderHelp in San Diego, which helps older adults stay in their homes as long as possible. About Andrea’s memoir, called The Closest Thing to Magic.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-camino-connection-relationships-and-dementia/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/IEqByeQPqIg Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-camino-connection-relationships-and-dementia/id986940432?i=1000768468469 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3crvnmoWP6irdMo8R8wae9 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/19/the-camino-connection-relationships-and-dementia-160   Contact Andrea Hogan   All West Consulting     https://allwest-consulting.com/ Andrea’s Book      https://www.amazon.com/Closest-Thing-Magic-Santiago-Forgetting-ebook/dp/B0GKPJQKG5/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 LinkedIn     https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-hogan FaceBook     https://www.facebook.com/andrea.hogan.984   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistive Technology Support for Dementia Caregivers  #AssistedTechnology  #LivingIndependently  #DignifiedAssistance Lori La Bey talks with Today, I will be talking with Sue Redepenning and Megan Hunter with LiveLife Therapy Solutions, Inc., which is a company that is an assistive technology provider serving all of MN. Sue Redepenning, OTR/L, ATP, MN-AS, ECHM: Sue is an Occupational Therapist and the owner of LiveLife Therapy Solutions, Inc. Her company is an assistive technology provider serving all MN.  The services are billing grants and MN DHS home and community waivers. She presents both locally and nationally on the topic of AT. Megan Hunter, OTR/L: Megan is an occupational therapist working for LiveLife Therapy Solutions to provide assistive technology solutions, set up, and training to a variety of individuals across the lifespan. Megan has been assisting with a grant awarded to LiveLife Therapy Solutions by the Minnesota Board on Aging to connect dementia caregivers with assistive technology resources that improve access to evidence-based interventions. Learn: What types of assistive technology are recommended for someone with dementia in the beginning stages? Technology to help reduce fall risk and improve safety in the home  Technology to help people maintain their independence to complete daily tasks like dressing, hygiene, leisure activities, managing medications, or meal preparation.  Where can caregivers get access to assistive technology equipment and services?   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/assistive-technology-support-for-dementia-caregivers/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/qKjv1I3GYo8 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/assistive-technology-support-for-dementia-caregivers/id986940432?i=1000767701095 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4b1fCkoLtcQ7dH880IPOjj?si=TmO0MKXRTFC5NQTPdKk1yA Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/14/assistive-technology-support-for-dementia-caregivers   Contact LiveLife Therapy Solutions Website   https://livelifetherapysolutions.com Phone        952-921-8334 Email         [email protected]                    [email protected] PC’s For People   https://www.pcsforpeople.org/ Mn Star Program – At4All    https://mn.at4all.com/ Review or Download Resources PDF 1 PDF 2    Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OPEN MIC  Exposes The Truth About Repetitive Phone Calls & A Solution Today, Kirstin Thomas, Co-founder of KindredMind, joins our host, Lori La Bey, to share their new technology leveraging AI to reduce caregiver stress and increase the comfort of a person living with dementia. If you are caring for a loved one living with dementia, you most likely have dealt with repetitive behavior at one time or another. Repeated phone calls are one of the things we hear from families constantly, which causes them great stress and guilt. Not having the time to answer and respond to a loved one’s calls or not knowing how to calm them down and remove the anxiety they are feeling over what they keep asking over and over again. Well, it just gets overwhelming. Yet what we don’t discuss much is what’s behind the need for these repetitive calls. Today, Kirstin will give us some great insights as to the “whys” and a solution, KindredMind, that she created due to her own experience caring for her mother, who would sometimes call her 10 times before lunch.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/open-mic-exposes-the-truth-about-repetitive-phone-calls-a-solution/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/3EfyuAjKY_M Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/open-mic-exposes-the-truth-about-repetitive-phone/id986940432?i=1000767310069 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RKaTt5IcDhgASIpg2OweS?si=asvKyiMNS5uq9VLzekGV5A Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/your-loved-one-keeps-calling-the-truth-about-why-repetitive-dementia-phone-calls/   OPEN MICs on Alzheimer's Speaks podcast's mission is to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time.  We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites!  We invite you to tell us how you are improving dementia care on our next OPEN MIC.  We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about the service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia.  Have you written a book, penned, or produced a song or film?  If so, we want to hear from you.  Maybe you are working on a research project or have a trial you are promoting.  These conversations are always interesting.  Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us. Recording Date            Air DateJune 16th                        June 23rd   July 21st                          July 28thAug. 18th                        Aug 25th                                                                                              Sept. 15th                       Sept 22ndOct. 20th                        Oct 27thNov. 17th                        Nov 24th Dec. 15th                        Dec 22nd   Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic   https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest   For More Information on KindredMind Website https://kindredmind.care/ Receive 10% off a monthly KindredMind subscription! You can receive 10% off your monthly KindredMind subscription! Just enter promo code THOMSON10 at checkout when signing up at https://kindredmind.care/ And here's something KindredMind is especially proud of: 5% of every monthly subscription is automatically donated to an Alzheimer's organization of your choice. At signup, you choose one of three: Alzheimer Society of Canada (alzheimer.ca) Alzheimer's Association (alz.org) Alzheimer's Foundation of America (alzfdn.org) You will become a recurring donor from day one — no extra steps, no opt-in. Learn more at https://kindredmind.care/giving Phone 437-367-0960 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/kindredmindcare/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KindredMindCare/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@kindredmindcare Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kindredmind_care/   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Awakenings In Real Life with Dan Cohen #Awakenings #ClaritywithDementia #Lucidity  Lori La Bey talks with Dan Cohen, a dynamic entrepreneur with over twenty-five years of experience and a deep passion for brand building. Dan is recognized for his strategic approach and ability to foster strong, lasting relationships. With the release of his book, Awakenings In Real Life, he tells the story of his dad’s awakening from his dementia. When his father awoke, it woke Dan up too. Dan also hosts a podcast with the same name. After Dan’s family experienced his dad's awakening from dementia in 2015, Dan felt that he had to share this experience with the world. Dan quickly posted an article that has been read by hundreds of thousands of families and caregivers who were dealing with Alzheimer's / Dementia and searching for hope. Dan’s father passed away in 2016, but his awakening stayed with him. It became the spark that ignited his own awakening, which turned into the book “Awakenings In Real Life”. In the book, Dan draws on a lifetime of lessons from his father’s humor, toughness, and compassion, sharing family stories of love, inspiration, and hope. Dan started the “Awakenings In Real Life” podcast, which tells inspiring stories of transformation, meaning, and hope. While people typically think of an Awakening as a “Getting Up” or “Spiritual” or “Religious” in nature, an “Awakening” is also an awareness, recognition, or realization of something. Dan Cohen shares stories of people awakening and then triumphing over bullying, addiction, disability, illness, trauma, loss, near-death experiences, and more. Learn: Dan describes an awakening. How long did Dan’s Dad's awakening last? Did Dan’s Father share any messages while he was awake? What was Dan’s role in caring for his dad? What did Dan learn during this caring experience? Why did Dan write the book Awakenings In Real Life? What is the book about? Why did Dan start a podcast, and what is it about? Final tip from Dan.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/awakenings-in-real-life-with-dan-cohen/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/Had7bpnDKYM Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/awakenings-in-real-life-with-dan-cohen/id986940432?i=1000766561145 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2j2L2D77gjs1dPxIaO6N2e Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/7/awakenings-in-real-life-with-dan-cohen   Contact Dan Cohen Website    https://www.awakeningsinreallife.com Access All Social Media Platforms https://awakeningsinreallife.start.page/ Book amazon.com/dp/B0FWRZNVLQ Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/awakenings-in-real-life/id1843239056 https://open.spotify.com/show/4umORvZOAqkjHXQRF57ZNx YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@AwakeningsInRealLife     Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The State of Minnesota Long-Term Care: Data, Transparency, and Accountability #ElderCare #AdvocatesForSeniors #PublicPolicyChange Lori La Bey talks with Kris Sundberg, the Executive Director and Founder of Elder Voice Advocates and Elder Care IQ, about the new Minnesota State Long Term Care report. Learn: What is the State of Minnesota Long-Term Care report, and why is it necessary, especially right now? Where did the data come from, and why is it critical information? What were some of the key findings of the report? About the care that people with Alzheimer's or dementia are receiving and cautions for families. What public policies need to be pursued for future care?   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-state-of-minnesota-long-term-care-data-transparency-and-accountability/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/c0GfkL5AtLo?si=uzW8YX2hgfByoJMj Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-state-of-minnesota-long-term-care-data/id986940432?i=1000766160614 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6qHFxpUDVF2VuKkyfePgvu?si=xIu97VSwQQmOzYqrCUqYyg Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/5/5/the-state-of-minnesota-long-term-care-data-transparency-and-accountability   Email Kristine Sundberg, Executive DirectorElder Voice Advocates/Disability Voice Advocates Phone 952-239-6394 Websites www.eldervoiceadvocates.org www.eldercareiq.org Download a copy of the Minnesota Long-Term Care Report for 2025 https://alzheimersspeaks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/State-of-MN-LTC-in-2025-Investigation-Report-.pdf   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Daughter to Expert: Navigating Senior Care with Amanda Bailey #NavigatingSeniorCare #CaringForParents #DementiaCare Lori La Bey talks with Amanda Bailey, who helps families navigate senior care decisions with clarity and confidence through practical, easy-to-use resources. Her senior living and soon-to-come-home care workbooks guide families step-by-step, while Memory Care Connection offers dementia-focused products that ease anxiety through multisensory therapy. Together, these tools provide meaningful education and ongoing support for caregivers every step of the way. LEARN: About the services Help For My Parents About the Memory Care Connection sensory products How to get your FREE Senior Living Guide Workbook ips and insights from Amanda on transitions and calming products   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/from-daughter-to-expert-navigating-senior-care-with-amanda-bailey/  Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/L8MwBSVAhQs Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-daughter-to-expert-navigating-senior-care-with/id986940432?i=1000764638043 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FFEg3kfZfNreqgeuamhXD  Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/30/from-daughter-to-expert-navigating-senior-care-with-amanda-bailey   Contact Amanda Bailey Website - Help For My Parents www.helpformyparents.com Website - Memory Care Connection www.memorycareconnection.com LinkedIn - Amanda Bailey    linkedin.com/in/amandabailey1987 LinkedIn - Help For My Parents    linkedin.com/company/help-for-my-parents-llc LinkedIn - Memory Care Connection linkedin.com/company/memory-care-connection-llc YouTube - Help For My Parents & Memory Care Connection https://www.youtube.com/@HelpForMyParents TikTok - LateLifeEntrepreneur tiktok.com/@amabai87 Instagram - Help For My Parents https://www.instagram.com/helpformyparents/ Instagram - Memory Care Connection https://www.instagram.com/memorycareconnection/ Facebook - Help For My Parents www.facebook.com/HelpForMyParents Facebook - Memory Care Connection www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555812605883   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crisis, Grief, & Comfort on OPEN MIC Today, Caroline Shelby from Grief Clarity Labs joins our host, Lori La Bey. Caroline dives into the effects of grieving a parent while still caring for them. Caroline cared for her mother through Alzheimer’s for 15 years, and what stayed with her the most wasn’t just the progression of the disease, but how much of the grief happened while her mother was still alive. Quietly, and often without language. Her journey caring for her mother now informs her work as a grief educator, where she supports caregivers in understanding what they are carrying in real time, mentally, emotionally, and in their daily decision-making. The ladies discuss: Anticipatory grief and what it actually looks like during caregiving The invisible mental load caregivers carry day to day How to respond when roles begin to reverse The emotional complexity that often goes unspoken (including anger, guilt, and relief)   Contact Caroline Shelby at: www.griefclaritylabs.com Caroline’s Book: Living Beside the Leaving  coming May of 2026   You are invited to join us on future shows Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic Join Alzheimer's Speaks podcast in the future for Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time.  We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites!  So, we invite you to tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about the service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia.  Have you written a book, penned, or produced a song or film?  If so, we want to hear from you.  Maybe you are working on a research project or have a trial you are promoting.  These conversations are always interesting.  Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us. Recording Date            Air DateMay 5th                          May 12th June 16th                        June 23rd   July 21st                          July 28th Aug. 18th                        Aug 25th                                                                                              Sept. 15th                       Sept 22nd Oct. 20th                        Oct 27th Nov. 17th                        Nov 24th Dec. 15th                        Dec 22nd Contact Lori La Bey with Alzheimer’s Speaks  Website –  https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/caring-for-parents-crisis-grief-comfort-on-open-mic   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/dULibR3hh1w   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crisis-grief-comfort-on-open-mic/id986940432?i=1000763984727   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1NNMRbfZQZJ1eljLT5I0IK   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/28/crisis-grief-comfort-on-open-mic   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hardest Moments of Care — And How We Can Do Better     #AdaptiveClothing  #SupportIncontinence  #SupportingCaregivers   Lori La Bey talks with Ana Gracia, who founded Dementia Aide, an adaptive clothing brand inspired by her experience caring for her father with frontotemporal dementia. The brand focuses on making daily care easier and more dignified for caregivers and their loved ones through community, information, and products. Learn: About Ana’s journey with her dad and how that experience ignited a creative solution to improve her dad’s quality of life, as well as her family's. What gaps did Ana notice in dementia care that led her to create Dementia Aide as both a product and a community? Ana identifies some of the hardest moments caregivers face that people don’t talk about enough. How does Ana’s adaptive clothing specifically helps those dealing with challenging caregiving moments? Ana shares some great resources for caregivers.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-hardest-moments-of-care-and-how-we-can-do-better/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/Ivm5Uj0bc-4   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hardest-moments-of-care-and-how-we-can-do-better/id986940432?i=1000763193336   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/108CMOltq67isrPQ3nRPrC?si=op0FTGeLSY2ywNyFduvUxA    Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/23/the-hardest-moments-of-care-8212-and-how-we-can-do-better-160-160-160-160-160   Contact Ana Gracia with Dementia Aide Website     https://www.dementiaaide.com Email    [email protected] Facebook     https://www.facebook.com/dementiaaide Instagram    https://www.instagram.com/dementia.aide Pinterest     https://www.pinterest.com/dementiaaide/    Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Surprising Way AI Can Help People With Dementia Delay Symptoms #AI, #Dementia Support #DelayDementiaSymptoms    Lori La Bey talks with Daniel Kelly, the cofounder of NewDays. This personalized cognitive treatment combines expert-led therapy with AI-powered daily practice for people experiencing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early dementia. This is a science-backed, non-drug approach designed to maintain cognitive function, build confidence, and help people live the way they want. Learn: Why did Daniel Kelly start NewDays? How does NewDays help people living with dementia? How does the treatment work? Why do you liken it to physical therapy? What can you tell us about the results of your first study of a patient cohort? How is NewDays impacting care partners and care receivers?   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-surprising-way-ai-can-help-people-with-dementia-delay-symptoms/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/mY51KyKQbI8 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-surprising-way-ai-can-help-people-with-dementia/id986940432?i=1000762508428 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4iVbTF0keB2EOq6WuLfejG Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/21/the-surprising-way-ai-can-help-people-with-dementia-delay-symptoms   NewDays Contact Information  Website     https://www.newdays.ai/ Instagram     https://www.instagram.com/newdays_ai Facebook     https://www.facebook.com/newdaysai LinkedIn     https://www.linkedin.com/company/newdays-ai/ Check out a recent article in the Wall Street Journal's Family & Tech column, which features people's experiences with the NewDays treatment.   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uniting for Better Dementia Care = Seni + Dementia Live      #BetterDementiaCare #compassionatecare #QualityIncontinenceProducts  Our host, Lori La Bey, talks with Deanna Vigliotta is a seasoned healthcare sales leader with more than 30 years of experience in sales and sales management. She currently serves as the National Sales Manager for TZMO USA, INC. (Seni), a premium brand of high-performing adult incontinence products, where she and her team focus on elevating incontinence care as a critical component of the healthcare continuum rather than a commodity. As a dedicated advocate for dignity, clinical outcomes, and education across the lifespan, Deanna is a frequent speaker at senior living conferences nationwide and has been featured in McKnight’s Senior Living. She recently launched the KinderCinch™ Early Literacy Program, expanding her commitment to education by bringing structured literacy resources into classrooms while supporting long-term community impact. She is also the author of two books: The Traveling Saleslady Meets Live Bedbugs: Sales Tips Galore for Road Warriors and Bedbug in a Mug: When Mom’s Away, reflecting her ability to connect professional insight with practical, real-world applications. Also joining us is Pam Brandon is the Founder and Strategic Advisor of AGE-u-cate Training Institute and a nationally recognized advocate for older adults and those who care for them.With more than 25 years of personal and professional experience in caregiving and dementia education, Pam is passionate about advancing person-centered, experiential learning that builds empathy, strengthens trust, and improves quality of life — especially for individuals living with cognitive decline. She led the development of programs including Dementia Live®, Compassionate Touch®, and other innovative engagement tools that have reached more than 2.5 million participants worldwide. Her work continues to influence aging service providers, healthcare leaders, community organizations, and care partners who are committed to creating more compassionate, informed systems of care. Learn: How high-quality incontinence products and empathy-based training improve quality of life.  How and why Seni and Age-U-Cate decided to partner to bring Dementia Live® empathy-based training into skilled nursing and memory care communities.  Learn how close dementia care and incontinence care are connected. Why the combination of caregiver empathy and premium incontinence products improves comfort and clinical outcomes like skin integrity and sleep quality. Partnerships like Seni and AGE-u-cate help support and empower frontline caregivers, making their shifts more manageable and less stressful, which applies to care at home as well.  Improving bathing and continence care can reduce vulnerable moments for residents. Participating in the Dementia Live® experience changes caregivers' approach to tasks like bathing, dressing, continence support, and more.  Why are some administrators hesitant about the cost of premium incontinence products or specialized training? How the partnership between Seni and Age-U-Gate is transforming dementia care across long-term care communities.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/uniting-for-better-dementia-care-seni-dementia-live/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/RIFHJQPDuyM Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uniting-for-better-dementia-care-seni-dementia-live/id986940432?i=1000761185401 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ywcyaxtF06PpsLztL64l8  Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/14/uniting-for-better-dementia-care-seni-dementia-live-160-160-160-160-160   Contact SENI Website  https://seni-usa.com Deanna's Cell   850-503-7534 Website   www.tzmo-global.com                              https://tzmo-global.com/en_GLO   LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/company/tzmo-usa-inc @TZMO USA, inc. Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/SeniCares @SeniCares YouTube Channel   https://www.youtube.com/@SeniUSACares @SeniUSACares   Contact AGE-U Cate   Website   https://AgeUCate.com Email   Office Ph   817-857-1157 X 202 Cell    817-528-9399 Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/AGEucateTraining  LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/company/ageucate-llc YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/c/AgeucateTrainingInstitute Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/ageucatetraininginstitute   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Do You Find Yourself Again After Identity Loss, Trauma, and Caregiving? #Grief #Loss #LifeBalance #Selfcare Suzy McNamara is an author and speaker who gives a voice to various forms of grief and loss that so often go unnamed and are unaddressed. Suzy wrote the book, The Silkworm, the Magician, and the Sister Tree, a deeply personal and human exploration of caregiving, grief, enduring love, and health & wellness. In 2024, Suzy lost her husband of 37 years, Bob McNamara, to Posterior Cortical Atrophy, an aggressive form of early-onset Alzheimer’s, after caring for him at home for five years. Months earlier, her sister and lifelong best friend, Elizabeth Muslin, died from Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. These overlapping losses shape her perspective and inform her writing. Suzy’s work offers particular insight into early-onset Alzheimer’s, where illness dismantles identity during years when marriages, careers, friendships, and family life are often at their most active. She writes honestly about the daily realities of caregiving, including isolation, exhaustion, and the quiet labor of preserving dignity, countering shame, emotional wellness, and holding onto meaning amid uncertainty. Suzy believes grief is a lonely sport and survival depends on community, shared language, and the courage to name what is often left unsaid. Grounded in sustaining faith practices, she writes to walk alongside readers as they navigate their own losses. Suzy continues to find meaning through her lifelong love of books, movies, and music, interests she once shared with her husband and sister and now shares with her children and the wider community she has built. Learn: What identity loss actually feels. How can a person find themselves again after years of being in survival mode? Did writing The Silkworm, the Magician, and the Sister Tree help Suzy understand her own memory, grief, and healing? How can prolonged stress, caregiving, and unresolved grief affect a person’s sense of self over time? Get a couple of tips if you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another condition, and you feel like you are disappearing on this caring journey.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/how-do-you-find-yourself-again-after-identity-loss-trauma-and-caregiving/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/1iGgNbYlbEY   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-do-you-find-yourself-again-after-identity-loss/id986940432?i=1000760360523   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gvhOd0O2mz3rOXOSFfCt7   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/9/how-do-you-find-yourself-again-after-identity-loss-trauma-and-caregiving   Contact Suzy McNamara   Website    https://suzymcnamara.com LinkedIn    https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzymcnamara Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/suzy.mcnamara Instagram   https://www.facebook.com/suzy.mcnamara   Contact Lori La Bey of Alzheimer’s Speaks Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks shifts dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time, by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.                                                                                                                    Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey talks with Dawn Delaloye, a grief specialist who has spent the last several years providing emotional and spiritual support for the terminally ill and their caregivers. Her latest project is serving on Reflekta’s Soul Team, preserving memories and providing lasting legacies through intergenerational storytelling for generations to come. Dawn has a Doctorate in Psychology with an emphasis in grief and bereavement counseling. Learn: How Reflekta and storytelling help a person living with dementia recall memories? The emotional benefits of storytelling for those living with dementia? How storytelling improves communication between caregivers and their loved ones. What role Reflekta can play in preserving legacy? How caregivers can benefit from Reflekta? Find out how storytelling activities enhance cognitive function.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/reflekta-creating-lasting-legacies-through-storytelling/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/bcCVyaLZBHg?si=yqqxyOZpHKdsBqTi   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reflekta-creating-lasting-legacies-through-intergenerational/id986940432?i=1000759908320   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6FStezyybAs15xCpCbUdn6   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/4/7/reflekta-creating-lasting-legacies-through-intergenerational-storytelling-160-160-160   Contact Reflekta Website   https://reflekta.ai/ Facebook   @reflekta https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577995201989 LinkedIn    https://www.linkedin.com/company/reflektaai/  Instagram    https://www.instagram.com/reflekta.ai    Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on OPEN MIC, we will be speaking with a variety of people about various trials and studies. #CaregiversStudies #DementiaTrials #AlzheimersStudies   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-trials-studies-supporting-the-journey-and-the-future/https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/ICXdibcDupQ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/open-mic-on-alzheimers-speaks-learn-about-trials-studies/id986940432?i=1000758813453 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dN8kkHBgRhDzTKmrJ88GC Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/3/31/open-mic-on-alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-learn-about-trials-studies     Caregivers TSCAN - Rice University in Houston, Texas Website   https://tscan.rice.edu Email    [email protected] Phone   713-348-3528   MyHestia - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Dr. Priya Nambisan, PhD      Phone    414-251-5217 Website: http://myhestia.org   Nagadeepthi Doddaka Website: http://myhestia.org/waystousemyhestia.php Email    [email protected] Phone Number: 414-275-2475 Website    https://myhestia.org/callforparticipation.php      Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/SelfcareEcosystem   SHARE African American Care - Rose Institute on Aging Donna Salaam (216) 373-1747 Email   [email protected] Website   https://www.benrose.org/   RealVision Project - Dartmouth College -  Vedant Tapiavala Email      [email protected] Google Real Vision Study Dartmouth Website    https://realvision-web-reach.lovable.app/   Contact Lori La Bey with Alzheimer’s Speaks Website –  https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com   Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Dementia Behaviors Make Sense Once You Understand the Brain: How caregivers can interpret behavior and discover a better way to support the person living with dementia Lori La Bey talks with Carlyn Lenfestey, a physical therapist, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and caregiver coach who teaches families and care teams how understanding the dementia brain can change the way we support the person. She is the founder of A Better Way: Dementia Care Solutions. Learn: How personal experiences led Carlyn to support both family and professional caregivers. A simple breakdown of how the brain changes and how this affects the person living with it. Find out what a Certified Dementia Practitioner is and how to become one. Learning about what a caregiver coach can offer you. How to get your FREE Caregiver Quick-Start Guide   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/why-dementia-behaviors-make-sense-once-you-understand-the-brain/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/DguPSfM_UxM Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-dementia-behaviors-make-sense-once-you-understand/id986940432?i=1000758072008 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mGFyUFF6jgWt0bm15VPHB Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432  Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/3/26/why-dementia-behaviors-make-sense-once-you-understand-the-brain   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social Media - Caregiving Skills That Change Lives  Lori La Bey talks with Lydia White, co-owner of Comfort Keepers In-Home Care in southeastern Michigan. She started as a caregiver and is now completing her RN degree. Lydia brings a unique perspective on supporting both professional and family caregivers. Learn: What’s the difference between healthcare companies and categories? How another amazing leader in healthcare was touched by seniors and dementia throughout her life, creating her drive to improve care, especially for those living with dementia. Where do you start if you are thinking about getting support for your loved one? The importance of truly knowing who you care for and how to incorporate that knowledge to increase their comfort. The importance of staff training and the philosophy of a company. About additional support services   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/caregiving-skills-that-change-lives/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/To5yQylpZ_s Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/caregiving-skills-that-change-lives/id986940432?i=1000756850369 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BSvp60o7MrvMBhmQUiACq Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/3/24/caregiving-skills-that-change-lives   Contact  Information Website https://www.comfortkeepers.com/offices/michigan/farmington-hills/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ComfortKeepersOaklandCounty Instagram @ckfarmingtonmi   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Music Supports Healthy Aging and Cognitive Health #Music  #ImprovingCognition  #Connectioins Today, Alzheimer’s Speaks host, Lori La Bey, talks with Andrea Leap, who is a MacPhail voice teacher, a key faculty member in MacPhail’s unique Music for Life program, designed for adults 55 and older. She has more than 20 years of experience providing music education to older adults. In addition, I will be talking with Ann Schrempp, the Dimensions Program Coordinator at Ebenezer Foundation, which runs homes for seniors in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Florida. Learn: How and why music is so powerful when caring for ourselves and others. Music, Connections, and Normality. Empowerment and Acceptance Benefits to those living with dementia, their care partners, and staff MacPhail Center for Music - Music for Life programs Ebenezer Foundation – Programs they offer About MacPhail Center for Music MacPhail Center for Music transforms lives and strengthens communities through the power of music. As the nation’s largest community music school, MacPhail serves more than 15,000 students each year, spanning all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, through individual lessons, group classes, ensembles, and innovative community partnerships. Guided by extraordinary faculty, programs encompass a wide range of musical genres and traditions, fostering creativity, connection, and lifelong learning in Minnesota and beyond.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/how-music-supports-healthy-aging-and-cognitive-health/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/3Js5K9IKtWE   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-music-supports-healthy-aging-and-cognitive-health/id986940432?i=1000756075283   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PAOijAub21afmQlk5YsMF   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/3/15/how-music-supports-healthy-aging-and-cognitive-health   Contact and Explore MacPhail's Music for Life Offerings Website  https://www.macphail.org/   Facebook    @macphailmusic https://www.facebook.com/macphailmusic Instagram    @macphailmusic https://www.instagram.com/macphailmusic LinkedIn      @macphail-center-for-music https://www.linkedin.com/company/macphail-center-for-music   Contact Ebenezer Website   https://www.ebenezercares.org   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Echo's Insights -Time: A New Perspective Today on Alzheimer's Speaks, our host Lori La Bey talks with Echo Bodine, who was recently diagnosed with a form of dementia. This is our second episode of a new series called Echo's Insights. In this episode, Echo shares her thoughts on time, how and why she organizes her days, and what her thoughts are on bucket list items. Dementia Exposed and Embraced Echo Insights: Echo's Journey Examples Of Dementia Symptoms The Impact Of Telling People You Have A Form of Dementia Dementia Care Has Changed - Get Educated Setting Boundaries For Yourself When Living With Dementia Evaluating How You Spend Your Time & How You Want To Move Forward Living Alone With Dementia When They Forget Your Name - How To Not Take It Personally Focus On The Now - Enjoy Their Abilities & Times Of Engagement Leveraging Your Intuition   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/time-a-new-perspective-when-dementia-knocks-on-your-door/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/opqw4mp3JfA   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/echos-insights-time-a-new-perspective/id986940432?i=1000755667563   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/46VPv2ngNdeXiFn7VuvhMS    Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/3/17/echo-apos-s-insights-time-a-new-perspective    Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  What Caregiving Taught Me About Dementia, Why the System is Broken, & How blueBell Intends To Improve It Lori La Bey talks with Andrew Karesa, who is a member of the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation and a proud husband and father of two young sons. After witnessing how his family coped to support his grandmother with her Alzheimer's diagnosis, Andrew realized he needed to take action. This inspired the creation of blueBell Village, aimed at restoring the Personhood and Independence of those living with dementia™. With blueBell, Andrew has seen lives transformed for both individuals living with dementia and their caregivers, and he is passionate about fostering a world where care is tailored to each individual’s needs. Additionally, he is pursuing his doctorate at the University of Calgary, where his research explores Indigenous entrepreneurship in the health sector, with a particular focus on the role of data in new venture creation. Andrew also holds an MBA from the University of Alberta. Before founding blueBell Village, he worked as a practicing engineer in the energy sector. Learn About: blueBell Village blue Bell Connect The Dementia Collective Podcast Indigenous Dementia Needs   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/what-caregiving-taught-me-about-dementia-how-and-why-the-system-is-broken-how-to-improve-it/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/PcJEe6ykBIM   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-caregiving-taught-me-about-dementia-why-the/id986940432?i=1000754789159   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6GcTRczRGZXyI4VtBnCXs7   Dementia Map  https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/3/12/what-caregiving-taught-me-about-dementia-why-the-system-is-broken-how-bluebell-intends-to-improve-it   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Contact blueBell Website   https://blueBellConnect.ca/ Andrew Karesa LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/andykaresa/ blueBell Village LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluebellvillage/ blueBell Village Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bluebell_village/ blueBell Village Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bluebellvillage blueBell Village X (Twitter) https://twitter.com/blueBellVillage blueBell Village YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Bluebellvillage   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dementia Friendly America-Creating Communities Where People Living with Dementia and Their Care Partners Can Live, Engage, and Thrive   #DementiaFriendly #Engagement #CaregiverSupport Lori La Bey talks with Mary Ek, the director of Dementia Friendly America (DFA), who has been engaged in this work since its conception as a statewide effort in Minnesota in 2011. As DFA moves into 2026, communities across the country are taking meaningful steps toward becoming more dementia friendly Learn: Dementia Friendly Communities Dementia Friends USA Memory Café Alliance  Giving Voice   Alzheimer's Speaks Blog  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/creating-communities-where-people-with-dementia-can-live-engage-and-thrive/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/PUlJQrykB2Q Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-friendly-america-creating-communities-where/id986940432?i=1000754090547 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0oiOpujOBoofo9hcn0nx5Z Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com     Contact Information For Dementia Friendly America Website https://dfamerica.org/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/1BJDWeSEfQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dementiafriendlyamerica?igsh=MWlpeDZraWZtMXVoZg== X/Twitter   https://x.com/dfamerica_ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/dementiafriendlyamerica/   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dementia Care at Home: Professional Support That Makes a Difference Lori La Bey talks with Lakelyn Eichenberger, Ph.D., a gerontologist and caregiving advocate with Home Instead, an Honor Company, who educates professionals, families, and communities on aging challenges and resources. A nationally recognized speaker and media contributor, she hosts the Caregiver Chats podcast and is deeply committed to helping aging adults and family caregivers navigate the complexities of caregiving.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-care-at-home-professional-support-that-makes-a-difference/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/4fcttw4m48s   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-care-at-home-professional-support-that-makes/id986940432?i=1000750449786   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/26dDpetg4byx2J3diQGXEB   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/2/19/dementia-care-at-home-professional-support-that-makes-a-difference   Contact Dr. Lakelyn  LinkedIn     https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakelyn-eichenberger/  Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/lakelyn.eichenberger/ Instagram  @lakelynk   Contact Home Instead Website   www.HomeInstead.com  What’s Next Guide   https://www.homeinstead.com/care-resources/care-planning/40-70-rule-action-plan-successful-aging/  Facebook @homeinsteadind https://www.facebook.com/homeinsteadinc LinkedIn  @homeinsteadinc https://www.linkedin.com/company/homeinsteadinc Instagram   @homeinsteadinc https://www.instagram.com/homeinsteadinc/  YouTube  @homeinsteadinc TikTok  @homeinstead.inc   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Echobox Memory Vault - Continuity of Care through Quality of Life   Lori La Bey talks with Tim and Tannis Roberts, the cofounders of Echo Box, who observed something profound and couldn't let it go.  They witnessed something special and knew in their hearts it had to be expanded to help so many others.  Listen in to what they experienced and the path it has led them on. Tim is an artist, writer, and musician with a love for hockey, and his wife, Tannis, enjoys travel, good literature, researching genealogy, and camping in the mountains. They live in Calgary, Canada, with their two daughters and continue to manage Echobox’s growth with heart, purpose, and gratitude for those working towards a higher standard of living.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/echobox-memory-vault-continuity-of-care-through-quality-of-life/   Watch the Video Interview Below hhttps://youtu.be/xVB0n-4kYV4   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/echobox-memory-vault-continuity-of-care-through/id986940432?i=1000750039368   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/47ilIwOjHZNzuZoccUGYIM   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/2/10/echobox-memory-vault-continuity-of-care-through-quality-of-life    Contact Information Website  https://echobox.ca Email   [email protected]              Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/echobox.memory.vault/ Instagram   @echobox.memory.vault.ltd Tim on LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-roberts-455b281b8/   Tannis on LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannis-roberts-0800921b9/ YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/@echoboxmemoryvault416   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Having a Caregiving Plan Matters to You, Your Family, and Your Money       Lori La Bey talks with Raymond Lavine, an advisor for extended care benefits. Ray helps individuals and families design long-term care benefit packages. He also works with businesses as they evaluate their company's benefits package. Learn: What is long-term care insurance, and how does it differ from regular health insurance or Medicare? Why do people need long-term care as they age, and what are the odds that someone will require it? What types of services and settings does a typical long-term care policy cover? How much does long-term care typically cost without insurance, and what are the main factors that affect policy premiums? What alternatives exist if someone can't afford or doesn't qualify for traditional long-term care insurance    Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/why-having-a-caregiving-plan-matters-to-you-your-family-and-your-money/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/XkVTiyJ3bp4   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-having-a-caregiving-plan-matters-to-you-your/id986940432?i=1000748295595   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/59gxuG3hwGaJoKtY1CnoZ8   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/2/3/why-having-a-caregiving-plan-matters-to-you-your-family-and-your-money-160-160-160   Contact Raymond Lavine Website   www.lavineltcins.com Email Facebook   https://www.facebook.com/LongTermCareInsurance LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltc-benefits/ Phone    253.275.6091   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Dennis Dulniak, who serves as President and Founder of the Nana’s Books Foundation. He brings to this role a distinguished background, including 40 years in higher education and seven+ years of caregiving for his wife Nancy, who lived with Alzheimer’s disease until 2021. Dennis will share his mission of educating children about dementia and caring for others by giving free books to Title One Schools. Dennis has given away over 20,000 books for his cause through Nana's Books Foundation.   Learn how Dennis is doing what he is doing, and how you can join his efforts!   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/nanas-books-foundation-20000-books-in-4-years/    Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/7iTzAhYodkw   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nanas-book-foundation-distributing-20-000-books-in-4-years/id986940432?i=1000747266265   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vDidBGNxFSMbwDy9dGZBE   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/28/nana-8217-s-books-foundation-distributed-20-000-books-in-4-years   Contact Dr. Dennis Dulniak of Nana’s Books Foundation Website  www.nanasbooks.org Email   Phone  407-592-6670 Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/ddulniak/ Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nanasbooksfoundation Nana’s Books Newsletter  https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/fo8qml6 LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nana-s-books-5721212a2/ ADRC Website  https://adrccares.org   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Living with Incurable Brain Cancer and the Commonalities of Care     Lori La Bey talks with Daniel Hight, the founder of More Than Our Story. After being diagnosed with incurable brain cancer, he decided to create a platform to bring people together through sharing their stories and realizing we’re never alone. Live Life Looking Through The Windshield, NOT The Rearview Mirror Daniel's work is so helpful to many, as his interviews are inspiring, and amplify how similar we are, no matter what we are going through in life, including how we can care for others, how we need to learn to ask for help, and how to be gracious, letting others care for us when we need assistance.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/living-with-incurable-brain-cancer-and-the-commonalities-of-care/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/68hGDuvz_fs   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-with-incurable-brain-cancer-and/id986940432?i=1000746961502   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6APWbbXGjcSDUiCQm9K48A   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/29/living-with-incurable-brain-cancer-and-the-commonalities-of-care-160-160-160   Contact Daniel Hight of More Than Our Story Website  https://morethanourstory.com/ Email  [email protected] Linktr.ee  https://linktr.ee/morethanourstory YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@morethanourstory LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-our-story/ FaceBook  https://www.facebook.com/morethanourstory Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/morethanourstory/   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Echo's Insights - Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Reactions Today on Alzheimer's Speaks, our host Lori La Bey talks with Echo Bodine, who was recently diagnosed with a form of dementia. This is a new series called Echo's Insights. In this episode, Echo shares her symptoms, how and why she got diagnosed, as well as her reaction and others' to finding out she had Alzheimer's disease. Learn: Common symptoms Doctors' reactions to Echo stating she was having memory issues How and when a neurologist finally figured out what was wrong, even though Echo went in for migraines. Echo’s reaction to hearing her diagnosis, and how family and friends reacted.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/echos-insights-dementia-symptoms-diagnosis-reactions/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/c0XC-xdAZ9Y   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/echos-insights-symptoms-diagnosis-and-reactions/id986940432?i=1000746538438   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/25/insights-with-echo-symptoms-diagnosis-and-reactions    Reach out to Lori La Bey if you are interested in connecting with Echo Bodine.   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey talks with Rachael Savage, who is the Artistic Director of Vamos Theatre, the UK’s foremost full mask theatre company. She works nationally and internationally as a theatre director, consultant, and workshop leader, and is a leading figure in mask and non-verbal theatre. Since creating Vamos Theatre’s award-winning show about dementia, Finding Joy, in 2013, Rachael has continued to create connections with health and social care professionals and organizations to promote the arts as a powerful tool for change, developing performances and workshops specifically for the sector. Rachael’s work in the field of non-verbal communication emphasizes empathy, listening, trust, and truthful connections.  Learn: What Full Mask theatre is. How non-verbal theatre works, and how it works around language barriers. New ways to shift our care culture. Why experiential training is so powerful. What "Joy in a Box" is. How humor changes perceptions and outcomes. Two critical questions to ask every resident How Racheal used her creative ways to stay connected to residents and staff during the pandemic. About the Wednesday Wave About some powerful reactions to Rachael's work. What is the "Art of Care?" How to participate in Rachael's work.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/new-ways-to-shift-dementia-care/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/xh6bnBADXBc   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-change-in-dementia-care/id986940432?i=1000746157831   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nqHIa8uY6CvPShysBMNs0   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/27/culture-change-in-dementia-care   Contact Rachael Savage of the Vamos Theatre Vamos Theatre, The Swan Theatre, The Moors, Worcester, WR1 3ED Web www.vamostheatre.co.uk Phone +44 (0)1905 312 921 Facebook /vamostheatre Instagram VamosTheatre       For more information and to book, please visit - https://www.vamostheatre.co.uk/arts-in-health/our-mission/culture-change-in-dementia-care   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey talks with Marianne Sciucco and Lance A. Slatton about some very exciting news. AlzAuthors, which just celebrated its 10th anniversary, will be transferring ownership to All Home Care Matters. Listen in and learn more about when this transition is taking place, why, and what you can expect in the near future. Marianne Sciucco is one of the three founders of AlzAuthors. Jean Lee and Vicki Tapia are the other two founders.  AlzAuthors is a global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others.  Each of the ladies is a writer. Marianne is the author of “Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer’s love story,” which has turned into a series. Jean wrote “Alzheimer’s Daughter, a Memoir,” and Vicki wrote “Somebody Stole My Iron: A Family Memoir of Dementia among other books.”  Lance A. Slatton is known as “The Senior Care Influencer,” is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry. Lance A. Slatton is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. He is also the host of the award-winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters, which produces a variety of shows. All Home Care Matters The Award-Winning All Home Care Matters is the Nation’s Leading Voice in Long-Term Care. All Home Care Matters is a multiple award-winning podcast and YouTube show devoted to helping families, caregivers, and their loved ones navigate long-term care issues. All Home Care Matters was the recipient of the Silver Creator Award from Google & YouTube in 2023. This award is only given out to 0.5% of the over 80 million YouTube channels, and it was also the recipient of the Academy of Interactive Visual Arts Award of Distinction for Film in Health and Wellness. All Home Care Matters features renowned experts and difference makers in the field of senior care and beyond. Boasting over 24 million views on YouTube and an average of 65,000 audio downloads, All Home Care Matters has cemented its reputation as the Nation’s Leading Voice in Long-Term Care issues. Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzauthors-finds-a-new-home-at-all-home-care-matters/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/AuN3MNOJTKk Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzauthors-finds-a-new-home-at-all-home-care-matters/id986940432?i=1000745703859 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5KGicm8xDrsYHIFzMgT6HS Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/19/alzauthors-finds-a-new-home-at-all-home-care-matters    CONTACT ALZAUTHORS Website https://alzauthors.com Podcast https://alzauthors.co: /podcast WILL BE CHANGING IN THE FUTURE AND CAN BE FOUND UNDER ALL HOME CARE MATTERS PODCAST WHERE ALL OF THEIR SHOW CAN BE FOUND. https://www.youtube.com/@AllHomeCareMatters/ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/alzauthors.bsky.social Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AlzAuthors/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alzauthors/ LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/company/alzauthors/ Pinterest https://ca.pinterest.com/alzauthors/ Twitter/X  https://x.com/alzauthors   CONTACT MARIANNE SCIUCCO Email [email protected] Website https://mariannesciucco.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/marianne.sciucco.1 Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/mariannesciucco/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-sciucco/ Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/mariannesciucco.bsky.social Threads https://www.threads.net/@mariannesciucco Book page  https://books2read.com/ap/nBgaK8/Marianne-Sciucco   CONTACT LANCE A. SLATTON and All Home Care Matters Link to Personal Website:  https://www.lanceaslatton.com Link to Lance’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Matters-Official-Family-Caregivers-Guide/dp/1456646583/ref=sr_1_1?crid=350ZIR2IA66ER&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iHvBEpxugDi5gHxhCP5yD9CHkPEowDpQWOLdQJsFfJRQva6713cdiNPtqf00DzKPK15N4lPPrCIeHIkAF-cmRKi9PMsJa7OxYLLOuup3zYndB5kJN6wA2YsE9AUpcOtVOD93yEA40PvZJSILyc29dfzvohe_pWcMDJD3eh300kl911Rf3uOuTkZBqd0aNqzugjpIr2RWNDeqJ3OnaOy8ZRRKlV28cYkF7yslFl4Z4e4.s01nxtWFHUg9SoHS0jQHIQEoxVysno30VbYnPZIUHW4&dib_tag=se&keywords=all+home+care+matters+book&qid=1711726689&sprefix=all+home+care+matters+book%2Caps%2C375&sr=8-1 All Home Care Matters Website https://www.allhomecarematters.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/allhomecarematters/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AllHomeCareMatters Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-home-care-matters/id1513502341 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllHomeCareMatters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allhomecarematters/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/allhcms   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. 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The Cheryl Hauser Effect: Alzheimer's Through a Family's Eyes  Lori La Bey talks with Wendy Longacre Brown, a certified end-of-life doula who is one of the founding members of the Minnesota Death Collaborative. She has supported clients in Minnesota and Wisconsin, worked alongside her mother through VSED (Voluntary Stopping Eating and Drinking), and brings decades of experience as a video and film producer in corporate and advertising settings.   Sarah Longacre is Wendy’s sister and is a certified birth doula, entrepreneur, and community connector. She founded Blooma, a pioneering pre- and postnatal yoga and education studio, and has been recognized with multiple awards for her leadership in childbirth education.  LEARN: How do families typically make decisions about end of life, and what does that look like? When should palliative and hospice services be considered? That is a Death Doula or End-of-Life Doula What is VSED, and how does it work? Is VSED combined with hospice or Death Doulas? How do people educate themselves about VSED to be able to evaluate if the concept is right for them? How can family, friends, and professionals help provide dignity to the person they are caring for at the end of life?   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-cheryl-hauser-effect-alzheimers-autonomy-and-end-of-life-choices/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/2dhwz8d_44Y   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cheryl-hauser-effect-alzheimers-through-a-familys-eyes/id986940432?i=1000745110455   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3MEyJTMSmiOPHYGtqb0Cmo   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/13/the-cheryl-hauser-effect-alzheimer-apos-s-autonomy-and-end-of-life-choices   Contact Information Websites   Film  https://www.cherylhauser.com Wendy  https://www.mychemin.com Email  [email protected] Instagram/FB accounts @cherylhausereffect @chemindoula   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dementia Isn’t Something You Fix — It’s Something You FaceLori La Bey talks with Glenna Hecht, a speaker, consultant, and the author of How Old Are You Today? Dementia, A Mother, A Daughter, and The Game That Transformed Their Lives. As a daughter who refused to let dementia erase her mother, Glenna wrote her book to help others stay connected when memory fades. Glenna has led HR for iconic brands, but still says her toughest and most meaningful role was as a caregiver. Learn: The difference between fixing and facing dementia The art of care The rules of care What time travel have to do with dementia How does the game/tool “How old are you today” work? How to deal with guilt, grief, and confusion How heartbreak and humor can work together to maintain sanity   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-isnt-something-you-fix-its-something-you-face/g/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/14bh8I_yXDo   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-isnt-something-you-fix-its-something-you-face/id986940432?i=1000743926599   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4q3rAMnJOR5PI4EQk7YsFl   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2026/1/8/dementia-isn-8217-t-something-you-fix-8212-it-8217-s-something-you-face   Contact Glenna Hecht Website  https://howoldareyoutoday.com/ Facebook  facebook.com/howoldareyoutoday LinkedIn  linkedin.com/in/glennahechtInstagram  @howoldareyoutodaybook Purchase Glenna's Book   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Dime to Say I Love You, A Debut Memoir Lori La Bey talks with Kathryn Henry, a writer, spiritual seeker, and business leader whose life has been shaped by blue-collar beginnings, executive success, and profound personal challenges and loss. Her debut memoir, A Dime to Say I Love You, is an unflinching account of heartbreak, abuse, and grief—and the transformative journey into hope, compassion, and spiritual awakening that follows. Learn: What does AFGO stand for, and how did it help you on your caring journey? Kathryn defines what a Dime moment looks like and feels like. The importance of humor and how those moments can keep you going in difficult times Ways to deal with grief The effects of leaving your job to care for another Daily practices and rituals help you heal Lessons in love, presence, and priorities. Transformation through grief   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/a-dime-to-say-i-love-you-debut-memoir/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/apZ-SJ7SjFY   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-dime-to-say-i-love-you-a-debut-memoir/id986940432?i=1000742525575   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/08RI7w0RZCiWqaz5sXZXez   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/12/23/a-dime-to-say-i-love-you-debut-memoir   Contact Kathryn Henry Website  https://kathrynhenry.com/Facebook   @kathryn.henry.94Instagram  @kathryn.m.henryLinkedIn     @henrykathryn   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DEMENTIA MAN – THE BOOK!   Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks, with Samuel A. Simon, who wrote and performed the play Dementia Man. He has now written a book with the same title, sharing more details of his dementia journey.  Sam was diagnosed in 2018 with Mild Cognitive Impairment and in 2021 with Early-Stage Alzheimer's.  He is currently under medical treatment and a participant in a drug trial. Sam lives with his wife, Susan, who is also his Care Partner. Learn: Learn why Sam wrote the play Dementia Man and how the book is different from the play. Sam is a critic of the word “Dementia. Does he have an alternative word he prefers? Learn why he chose to use the word Dementia in the title of his play and book. Same refers to a “broken system.” Hear how he defines that and the changes he would like to see, and why.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-man-the-book-by-samuel-a-simon/    Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/mEHep3OINcg   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-man-the-book/id986940432?i=1000742258640   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4YJ3qVmOEfZzE1APTfkHko   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/12/18/dementia-man-8211-the-book       Contact Samuel A. Simon Website www.dementiaman.com CHECK OUT OUR MERCH STORE! https://www.dementiaman.com/merch.html Donate to Dementia Man today! https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/dementia-man-an-existential-journey Sign Up for Our Mailing List https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/SKYoYQl/dementiaman YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/@dementiaman_ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedementiaman   TikTok  https://www.tiktok.com/@dementiaman Facebook - Dementia Man https://www.facebook.com/dementiaman   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Holiday Sanity for Caregivers: The Holiday Survival Guide for Caregivers                                                                                 Lori La Bey talks with a former Chief of Surgery and Oncology Pioneer, Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger. He now champions the most overlooked group in healthcare – long-term caregivers for family members and friends. His work brings expert clarity, compassion, and real solutions to those who find themselves running the long-term care marathon. LEARN: Learn when and why laughing things off can be beneficial Life is not perfect, be present Reset your expectations – What is reasonable? Protecting your energy - It's ok to say no. Learn to set boundaries Try to keep routines Learn the difference between the hot compression and the steady compression. Say goodbye to your multitasking Remove distractions The differences between Self-care and Selfishness Learn what the Unexpected Marathon is How to Prevent Burnout   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/holiday-sanity-for-caregivers-the-holiday-survival-guide-for-caregivers/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/IQ3bFlQpANA   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holiday-sanity-for-caregivers-the-holiday-survival/id986940432?i=1000740960424   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fKokVmzBVxW5a0AL8rk7B   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map Calendar   Contact Dr. Wolfgang Spangenberger Website  https://WolfgangSpangenberger.com FREE Gift  - Available for 2 weeks for our Alzheimer’s Speaks Community from the 1st day of airing. https://WolfgangSpangenberger.com/Sanity Purchase the Book on Amazon  https://amzn.to/47TW5g6 The book is available for $9.99, and the Kindle version for $4.99. We've priced it "kindly" so that more caregivers can benefit.    Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Embrace Story – Celebrating Purpose, Compassion and Moments That Matter   Lori La Bey talks with Trina Anderson and Brittany Coleman, who are Divisional Directors of Memory Care at Senior Lifestyle, where they lead the nationally recognized Embrace Memory Care program.  Trina Anderson brings 37 years of experience in the senior housing and living industry and is a 2025 honoree of Senior Housing News’ Memory Care Innovation Awards. She is the creator of Melody, a personalized music therapy program that provides a non-pharmacological approach to dementia care by tapping into emotional connection and personal history through music.  Brittany Coleman has 17 years of experience in the industry, including over a decade with Senior Lifestyle. She has been instrumental in scaling the Embrace program across dozens of communities and is known for her expertise in person-centered care, culturally responsive programming, and mentoring frontline care teams.  Learn: What the Embrace Memory Care program is. How the Embrace program differs from other memory care programs. The guiding principles of the Embrace program Specific programs Senior Lifestyle offers within their Embrace program to enhance engagement and dignity. What others think about the Embrace program from residents, families, staff, and the greater memory care community, and why.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-embrace-story-celebrating-purpose-compassion-and-moments-that-matter/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/M2eo1mV6TdY Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-embrace-story-celebrating-purpose-compassion/id986940432?i=1000740522559 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GmpFsbD1IK1cGPJfWeeDR Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/12/9/the-embrace-story-8211-celebrating-purpose-compassion-and-moments-that-matter-160-160   Contact Senior Lifestyle Website  https://www.seniorlifestyle.com/embrace-memory-care Email    Phone  (312) 673-4333 FaceBook   https://www.facebook.com/SeniorLifestyleCorporation YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/user/SeniorLifestyleCorp LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/company/senior-lifestyle-corporation/posts/?feedView=all     Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pure Unlimited Love – Science Meets Spirit with Stephen G. Post, PhD Lori La Bey talks with Stephen G. Post, who was a guest with us back in 2022 when we did a program on deeply forgetful people. For those of you unfamiliar with Stephen, he is renowned around the world for his work on the effects of love, kindness, bioethics, and dementia. This is apparent from the foreword of his new book, which was written by His Holiness the Dalai Lama! In his newest book, Pure Unlimited Love: Science and the Seven Paths to Inner Peace, Dr. Post invites readers to experience love not as sentiment, but as the very structure of consciousness—the pulse that connects all living beings. In this wide-ranging conversation, he reflects on what he calls the “One Mind,” shares stories from his life and research, and explores how living through love can transform not only individuals, but the world itself. For more than four decades, Dr. Stephen G. Post has been exploring one of humanity’s oldest and most profound questions: What is love, really? Dr Post is recognized as a pioneering medical researcher, philosopher and is the founder of the Institute for Research on Unlimited Love. Dr. Post has bridged the worlds of science and spirituality, working with leading universities and faith traditions to uncover how compassion, kindness, and purpose shape our health and collective well-being. Stephen G. Post is the Director of the Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care & Bioethics at Stony Brook University, which is ranked #7 in the 2025 Best Bioethics/Medical Ethics Master’s Degree Programs in the U.S.   www.stonybrook.edu/bioethics   What people are saying about Stephen’s latest book, Pure Unlimited Love – Science and the Seven Paths to Inner Peace. “What an engaging and inspiring read! Building on his earlier writing on the many forms that love can take, Dr. Post presents readers with seven pathways toward pure unlimited love. Each pathway is a mantra, one designed not only to help readers tap into this universal energy of love, but also to radiate this love outward toward others. In this exciting and creative book, Dr. Post skillfully weaves decades of research with dozens of personal stories, along with well-grounded, practical suggestions. A triumph!”   --Julie J. Exline, Ph. D., Research Director, Division of Perceptual Studies and Bonner-Lowry Chair of Psychiatry and Neuro-behavioral Sciences, University of Virginia    Learn Why does understanding the science of love matter? About The Seven Paths to Inner Peace May You Give and Glow. Generosity activates what scientists call the helper’s high—endorphins that uplift our mood and strengthen the immune system. May You Heal with Kindness. Compassionate behavior reduces stress hormones and fosters resilience. It’s literally healing. May You Follow Your Callings. Each of us has a vocation that resonates with the universe’s intelligence. Living that purpose is living in love. May You Raise Kind Children. Empathy is learned through example; parents who model compassion cultivate it in the next generation. May You Know the One Mind. All consciousness is interconnected; when we quiet our ego, we tune into that shared awareness. May You Cherish Nature. The natural world reflects love’s harmony—time in nature restores us to balance. May You Honor Freedom. True freedom is alignment with truth and compassion. It is the liberty of the soul. What is the wheel of love? What One Mind” is and how it connects to neuroscience and creativity   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/pureunlimitedlove-science-meets-spirit-with-stephen-g-post-phd/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/T6ZDtGjoxV8   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pure-unlimited-love-science-meets-spirit-with-stephen/id986940432?i=1000740131454   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ed1gc1sbo4jdRHEMZY3Nu   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map Events https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/12/8/pure-unlimited-love-8211-science-meets-spirit-with-stephen-g-post-phd   Contact Stephen G. Post PhD Website 1 https://www.stephengpost.com   Website 2           https://www.unlimitedloveinstitute.org/ Website 3 www.stonybrook.edu/bioethics                 Video https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/navigating-the-holidays-with-loved-ones-suffering-from-alzheimers/6079579/ Articles https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/13872877241297149 https://bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12909-024-06169-5 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2815185?resultClick=1 Purchase Stephen G. Post’s Books From Library Journal: VERDICT Essential reading for all caregivers, family, and healthcare providers of deeply forgetful people Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People Stephen G. Post’s Books on Amazon   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey talks with Eboni Green, who brings years of hands-on experience in caregiving education. With her background in healthcare, she's passionate about bridging the gap between caregivers and healthcare professionals, creating content that resonates on both personal and professional levels. She is the founder of Caregiver Support Services. Learn: 1. The 7 Pillars to Being a Successful Caregiver       Selfcare       Empathy       Empowerment       Kindness       Patience       Communication Awareness       Active Listening 2.  Caregiver Courses 3.  Resources   Dementia Caregiving: Challenges and Success Lori and Eboni discuss the challenges of caregiving for individuals with dementia, and share their personal experiences. Eboni talked about the importance of understanding what success means in caregiving, as it can change throughout the journey and depends on individual goals. They also touched on the different caregiving styles and how they can sometimes clash within families. Lori emphasized the need for open communication and flexibility in caregiving approaches. 7 Pillars of Successful Caregiving Eboni shared the importance of open communication within families caring for a loved one, emphasizing the need to assign tasks based on individual comfort levels rather than assumption. She introduced the "7 Pillars of Successful Caregiving," which include self-care, empathy, empowerment, kindness, patience, communication, and active listening. Eboni also highlighted that while these concepts may seem intuitive, they often require clear definition in caregiving situations, particularly patience and kindness, to avoid disempowering the person receiving care. Self-Care and Empathy in Caregiving Dr. Green emphasized the importance of self-care, highlighting the need to prioritize and be intentional about nurturing well-being through activities such as reading, listening to music, or exercising. Lori shared her experience of creating a quiet space during her workday to manage anxiety and stress. Eboni explained empathy in caregiving as understanding a person's diagnosis and unmet needs while empowering them to maintain independence, contrasting it with sympathy, which can lead to dependency. Both agreed on the significance of empowering clients or loved ones to maintain their ability to function as independently as possible. Caregiving Patience and Communication Awareness Eboni and Lori talked about the importance of meeting unmet needs in caregiving while respecting the person's autonomy. They emphasized the value of kindness, simplicity, and patience in caregiving, noting that patience should be balanced to avoid inaction. Eboni also highlighted the significance of communication awareness, particularly in observing body language to better understand the needs of individuals with cognitive or memory loss. Enhancing Caregiving Through Communication Dr. Eboni Green and Lori discussed the importance of effective communication and active listening in caregiving, the need for intentionality, and awareness of one's own body language. They highlighted the value of sharing knowledge and insights within care teams to improve consistency and teamwork. The conversation also touched on the challenges of high turnover rates and lack of mentoring in healthcare, which can affect the quality of care and the well-being of both caregivers and patients. Caregiver Action Plans: Essential Steps Eboni Green discussed the importance of caregiver action plans, particularly for new caregivers and those with a caregiving team. She shared a six-step process on the Caregiver Support Services site, which includes starting with self-care and gathering necessary paperwork. Eboni emphasized the need for updated plans, sharing her own experience of being unprepared when her grandmother needed care after a hospital stay. Lori agreed on the importance of having a plan and warned against becoming too focused on planning at the expense of being present with the person receiving care. Both agreed that plans should be flexible and updated as circumstances change. Caregiver Support Tools and Resources Dr. Eboni  Green wrapped up discussing her caregiver support website, which offers tools like a six-step action plan, a wellness U-Model with nine components, and training resources for both family and frontline caregivers. She highlighted the importance of her book's seven pillars of successful caregiving and shared insights on handling challenging situations like client anger, depression, and grief. Lori encouraged listeners to share the information and resources, emphasizing the value of community support in caregiving. They agreed to promote the content further next week and discussed potential disruptions due to solar activity.   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/7-pillars-of-successful-caregiving-with-eboni-green/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/sXVEFBJZlUA Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/7-pillars-of-successful-caregiving-with-eboni-green/id986940432?i=1000739069320 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kvc7O1yNOiX0CHXEUUlik Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/12/2/7-pillars-of-successful-caregiving   Contact Dr. Eboni Green Websites  Caregiversupportservices.com        https://www.caregiversupportservices.com/ CaregivertrainingInternational.com     https://www.caregiversupportservices.com/courses-materials/ Facebook www.facebook.com/dreboniivorygreen LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/dr-eboni-green-6788686 Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/Caregiversupportservices/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/DrEboni   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. 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Reimaging Dementia – Where We Are Now   #CreativeDementiaCare  #DementiaCoalition  #JoyofDementia Today, I will be talking with Mary Fridley is co-founder and coordinator of Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice and creative lead for The Joy of Dementia (You Gotta Be Kidding) for the East Side Institute, where she is on faculty. Learn: Has dementia been monetized? What does leading with The Joy of Dementia mean? The quality of healthcare isn't where it used to be. Why is that? Do people actually listen? What is the Reimagining Dementia Coalition? Tell us about the play – “The Joy of Dementia?” What is the Taking It to the Streets Campaign? The article “We're creating an Age of inspiration”   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/reimaging-dementia-where-we-are-now/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/3R6J9407rPI Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reimaging-dementia-where-we-are-now/id986940432?i=1000738070393 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1GWJ3OHbsLbklu5tEyVDFX Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/11/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs   Contact Mary Fridley Website  Reimagining Dementia: A Creative Coalition for Justice Website   www.eastsideinstitute.org/the-joy-of-dementia Columnist  agebuzz.com Phone  (929) 285-1691 Email    Email    East Side Institute Founder and Leader, The Joy of Dementia (You Gotta be Kidding!)   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.            Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks, talks with: Mary Anne Roberto is the Co-Founder of The Memory Connection, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals living with dementia and their caregivers through education, engagement, and respite programs. She’s also a Certified Dementia Care Specialist and lifelong advocate for caregiver wellness and community support. Debbie Axel is the Co-Founder of The Memory Connection and an Entertainment Attorney whose personal experience as a dementia caregiver inspired her to expand access to resources and respite opportunities for families in need. Learn About: Elder Well Adult Day The Memory Connection Always Home Connected   Website  www.ElderWellAdultDay.com/SantaMonica Email   [email protected] Phone  (310) 310-8313 Instagram  @Elder Well_AdultDay Facebook  @ElderWellSantaMonica   Website  www.TheMemoryConnection.org Email  [email protected] Phone  (310) 310-2975 Instagram  @The_Memory_Connection Facebook  @TheMemoryConnection   Website  https://alwayshomeconnected.com/ Email  [email protected] Phone  310-905-0053 Instagram @alwayshomeconnected Facebook  @alwayshomeconnected LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-anne-roberto-6908a960   Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/WqjpLbJ4e-k   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/memory-connection-supporting-caregivers-and-families/id986940432?i=1000737204358   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ECEqGAspZRrU8z8vfdBSE   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/11/19/the-memory-connection-supporting-caregivers-and-families-living-with-dementia   Website  www.ElderWellAdultDay.com/SantaMonica Email   [email protected] Phone  (310) 310-8313 Instagram  @Elder Well_AdultDay Facebook  @ElderWellSantaMonica   Website  www.TheMemoryConnection.org Email  [email protected] Phone  (310) 310-2975 Instagram  @The_Memory_Connection Facebook  @TheMemoryConnection   Website  https://alwayshomeconnected.com/ Email  [email protected] Phone  310-905-0053 Instagram @alwayshomeconnected Facebook  @alwayshomeconnected LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-anne-roberto-6908a960   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.