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Renowned Author Dr. Peter Rabins Shares Critical Answers to People's Questions About Alzheimer’s And Dementia Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Peter Rabins, who is also a professor emeritus in the Departments of Psychiatry and Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the author of Is It Alzheimer's? 101 Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions about Memory Loss and Dementia, which will launch its 2nd edition on June 3rd. Peter is also the coauthor of the renowned, bestselling book The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People with Alzheimer's Disease, Other Dementias, and Memory Loss. Learn: How dementia is diagnosed. About different types of neurological terms. About testing and approved anti-Alzheimer’s drugs. Ideas to reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or dementia. How you can help improve the quality of life for those living with a form of dementia. Tips on when to consider moving your loved one into a long-term care facility or nursing home. How should you explain the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and dementia to others? The 3-Strike Rule. About the support caregivers need, and what is actually available. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/WVCM0tEkyYc Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/critical-answers-to-questions-about-alzheimers-dementia/id986940432?i=1000705370197 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0EqGvAjk8OW4r00q1eRoz6 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/critical-answers-to-peoples-questions-about-alzheimers-and-dementia/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/5/1/renowned-author-dr-peter-rabins-shares-critical-answers-to-people-apos-s-questions-about-alzheimer-8217-s-and-dementia Contact Information To buy Is It Alzheimer’s? via Johns Hopkins University Press: https://www.press.jhu.edu/books/title/53901/it-alzheimers LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/hopkins-press/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JohnsHopkinsUniversityPress/ Instagram @hopkinspress X/Twitter @JHUPress 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.
ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES: MUSIC THERAPY AND TECHNOLOGY Lori La Bey talks with Alexis Baker, founder of Bridgetown Music Therapy, and Tyler Zanini, founder of Memory Board, and they each showcase how they are improving care for those living with dementia. Learn: How Music Therapy can support your loved one with dementia, both in person and online. Educating Advocacy Entertainment Singing Exercise Engagement For families For organizations How to leverage technology with Memory Board Making Care Comfortable Promoting independence Connecting families Sharing events Notices Photos Check-ins For families For Communities Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/wvigGdwzYHU Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/engagement-strategies-music-therapy-and-technology/id986940432?i=1000704510669 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/2y6MK41SkY5RCDrnbNYRPy Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/engagement-strategies-music-therapy-and-technology/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/4/22/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Contact Information For Our Guests Alexis Baker – Bridgetown Music Therapy Website - https://www.BridgetownMT.com Email – Alexis@BridgetownMT.com Tyler Zanini – Memory Board Website – https://MemoryBoard.com Email Address: tyler@memoryboard.com 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 Importance Of Finding Your Voice To Benefit Your Loved Ones Lori La Bey talks with Julie Moore, who is a 30-year-retired U.S. Army veteran residing in Southwest Florida. She recently completed her first book, in which she shares her experiences as a full-time caregiver to two family members. Her book is titled I Am Their Voice – A Guide for Caregivers and Advocates. Learn: Caring for two loved ones at one time Sharing Challenges, mistakes, successes, and joy Disconnect with doctors and resources to help Symptoms of Frontotemporal Lobe dementia How Julie’s military skills helped her care Tips for self-care The Three Ball Theory Final advice Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/T4JCGPC-Ubg Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-importance-of-finding-your-voice-to-benefit/id986940432?i=1000704246747 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ho7q9voTTKcUHt49sHYqV Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/4/15/the-importance-of-finding-your-voice-to-benefit-your-loved-ones Contact Julie Moore Website - https://www.iamtheirvoice.com Email - iamtheirvoice23@gmail.com Instagram - @julieiamtheirvoice LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/juliemoore2016 Book - I Am Their Voice – A Guide for Caregivers and Advocates 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 Chats Bring You Adapting to Brain Change on Alzheimer's Speaks Today, Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks, highlights three amazing women who are living with dementia and are panelists on Dementia Chats educational videos. Today, Karen Creekmore, Ginger Smith, and Truthful Loving Kindness discuss the brain changes they experience and how they each adapt to them. For Further Information Contact Lori La Bey at https://alzheimersspeaks.com/Contact Check Out Alzheimer's Speaks For More Resources https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-educational-resources Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/dNB7kx7brYE Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learn-how-to-adapt-to-brain-changes-when-living-with/id986940432?i=1000703960663 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0PWEbc7bZPfW5J9nvGCTiU Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Silver Lining of Alzheimer’s Lori La Bey talks with Eliezer Sobel, who managed the last six years of at-home care for his mother, with the help of his wife Shari, whose Alzheimer’s journey lasted 20 years. His new memoir, The Silver Lining of Alzheimer’s: One Son’s Journey into the Mystery, focuses on the joy and healing that his mother’s process brought to the family while not sugarcoating the many difficulties. Learn: Why is connection everything when caring for someone with dementia? How was your ability to adapt to your mother's dementia different from how your father dealt with it? What does “the happiness of memory loss” mean to you? Explanation of what “reframing” means. Honoring the humor with our relationships, even when dementia hits. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/QnHwf4XsoLc?si=0zOztTIKYlZSBp68 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-silver-lining-of-alzheimers/id986940432?i=1000702018294 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/19728DfoShchQFBaoZlWrd Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-silver-lining-of-alzheimers/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/4/3/the-silver-lining-of-alzheimer-8217-s Contact Eliezer Sobel https://www.elemipress.com https://www.eliezersobel.com https://www.facebook.com/eliezersobel Maudes Awards Applications open until May 19th https://maudesawards.org/ Artis Senior Living Events on April 10th – Dementia Behaviors/Expressions/Clues Professionals https://artis-senior-living.ce-go.com/shifting-care-culture-from-chrisis-to-comfort Families https://zoom.us/meeting/register/2xevnGBRTymBsEvAN6XSsg#/registration Dementia Together Gala & Fundraiser https://dementiatogether.org/annual-events/joy-on-the-journey/ Connecting Caregivers Conference https://connectingcaregiversconference.com/ Cue for Good – Web Master https://www.cueforgood.com/ Be A Giver Of Hope https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-tools/ or https://dementiamap.com/giver-of-hope/ 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.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE Lori La Bey talks with Alfredo Botello, a son caring for his mom and the author of Spin Cycle: Notes From A Reluctant Caregiver. Alfredo stands strong and shares his story so others don’t feel alone. I hope you enjoy the conversation. Learn: Am I doing enough? Am I doing it the right way? Where do I get more patience? Family Secrets Communication tips Dealing with emotions – yours and theirs What is your interior dialog? Slowing down to appreciate the person still with you Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/nICPU4m2_LU Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-are-not-alone/id986940432?i=1000701426487 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Z2Xp0dwq9lcX9SZTiTfoj Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/when-you-feel-you-are-on-spin-cycle-you-are-not-alone/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/27/you-are-not-alone-the-dementia-journey Contact Alfredo Botello Website https://alfredobotello.com FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551868357118 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-botello-aa16aaa0/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alfredo_botello_author/ X/Twitter https://x.com/alfredobotello 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.
Supporting Families and Organizations Dealing with Dementia Today our host Lori La Bey talks to three women doing amazing things in the arena of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Joining Lori is Linda Burhans, the gal who cares for the caregivers, Claire Richardson, representing Dementia Together, and Julie Moore, Author of I Am Their Voice. Youtube https://youtu.be/TM0uzwpoII8 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supporting-families-and-organizations-dealing/id986940432?i=1000700724907 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QJcW0y2UjBE6HBgLmZADT Podlink https://pod.link/986940432/episode/7a920298e125ee43fb4fa337bccc8fac Dementia Map Events https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/supporting-families-and-organizations-dealing-with-dementia/ Contact our Guests Linda Burhans Website https://lindaburhans.com Email LindaBurhans@aol.com Claire Richardson, Dementia Together Website https://dementiatogether.org Email outreach@dementiatogether.org Phone 720-935-4798 Julie Moore, Author Website https://www.iamtheirvoice.com Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic 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 your 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. April 16thMay 21stJune 18th July 16thAug. 13thSept. 17thOct. 15thNov. 12thDec. 17th Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ YouTube https://youtu.be/TM0uzwpoII8 Apple Podcast Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QJcW0y2UjBE6HBgLmZADT Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/ 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.
It’s Time for More Emotional Intelligence in Dementia Care Lori La Bey talks with David Sheard who has been a U.K. disruptor for 44 years in dementia care. His core beliefs are centered on the fact that Feelings Matter Most. David is now the first UK professor of Emotional Intelligence in Care. Learn: What is emotional intelligence? Explore why Emotional Intelligence is so important in healthcare. Explore why feelings matter. Discuss examples of being human and vulnerable. Acknowledging what you fear and why. Words matter – Behavior vs Expression. What is the fix for healthcare? Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/B9xW852AbpE?si=Ns-OixbUzJLUAOC3 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-time-for-more-emotional-intelligence-in-dementia-care/id986940432?i=1000698653621 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6IDiIRHKm1xWLIZB5vlTod Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/its-time-for-more-emotional-intelligence-in-dementia-care/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/11/it-8217-s-time-for-more-emotional-intelligence-in-dementia-care Contact David Sheard Website www.emotional-intelligence.care Email Website www.yorksj.ac.uk X @bydavidsheard LinkedIn @David Sheard Institute for Health and Care Improvement School of Science, Technology and Health York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX 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 and the Arts on Alzheimer's Speaks with Artist Wally Cox Today on Alzheimer's Speaks our cohosts Lori La Bey and Mary Crescenzo chat with artist Wally Cox. Wally shares his diagnosis, and how art brings him comfort and joy while adding value to his life and others. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/ipKqvQrtaE4?si=Ah7fyjm5Dx7jPtKm Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-and-the-arts-on-alzheimers-speaks-with/id986940432?i=1000697718587 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5UKB80KqQXIvZ5DYbxXD7B Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/4/dementia-and-the-arts-on-alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-with-artist-wally-cox About Dementia and the Arts Dementia and the Arts™ educational videos were formed to lift the voices of people living with dementia while raising awareness of their abilities. We discuss the when's and why's of how they got involved with art, along with what they get out of creating it, and other people's reactions to it. Individuals share the techniques they use, how they adapt as the disease progresses, and how their emotions are expressed through their work. Busting Dementia Stigmas By Highlighting Possibilities We know Dementia and the Arts know no boundaries and feel it's important to be inclusive of all people no matter what form of dementia they are living with. We work hard to accommodate time zone differences around the world so we don't exclude people due to their location. Contact Information You can reach Wally Cox via FaceBook or ask Lori La Bey to relay a message to him. Reach out to Dementia and the Arts via Alzheimer's Speaks at https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-educational-resources-form/ 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 we talk in detail about caring for a loved one with Author Alfredo Botello, who wrote the book Spin Cycle: Notes from a Reluctant Caregiver. Alfredo took care of his mother living with dementia. You will hear about a variety of experiences, and how he coped and adapted as he cared for his mom. You will get a lot of great tips to make your journey a bit easier. Learn About: Honest comments on real situations Shame and guilt - recognizing it and dealing with it. Time orientation, appointments, and activities Tracking and dispersing medications Grooming, clothing, personality, and dignity. Fixing vs. Acceptance Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/open-mic-on-alzheimers-speaks-strategies-when-caring/ YouTube Video https://youtu.be/PcoGcbprR3k Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7b438kAIPltGao9bmc2HVb Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer’s Speaks Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/2/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Contact Alfredo Botello Website https://alfredobotello.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551868357118 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-botello-aa16aaa0/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alfredo_botello_author/ Twitter/X https://x.com/alfredobotello Book https://www.amazon.com/Spin-Cycle-Notes-Reluctant-Caregiver/dp/B0DLDR8NSS/ Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic 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 your 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. Mar. 18th, 2025April 15th, 2025May 20th, 2025June 17th, 2025July 15th, 2025Aug. 19th, 2025Sept. 16th, 2025Oct. 21st, 2025Nov. 18th, 2025Dec. 16th, 2025 Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ 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.
Healing the divide, our first dementia retreat in Malaysia Lori La Bey talks with Cecilia Chan, a Malaysian dementia advocate and activist, and we will learn about a wonderful event she coordinated. Learn: The effects of stigma Self-isolation and withdrawal from social engagement Embarrassment and family dynamics Lack of awareness and education Aggression and behaviors Creating dementia-friendly communities and support services Spiritual growth and acceptance Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/eVoZqtsqp-s Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healing-the-divide-our-first-dementia-retreat-in-malaysia/id986940432?i=1000695469562 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1oKVfbFKe7s2r6YzBDmXQy Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/healing-the-divide-our-first-dementia-retreat-in-malaysia/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/2/11/healing-the-divide-our-first-dementia-retreat-in-malaysia Contact Cecelia Chan Website https://bsceldercare.com.my/ Email Ceciliachanhappy@gmail.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cecilia-chan-401417162/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069100987416 Blog https://ceciliacwm.wordpress.com 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. Stefano Sinicropi a highly accomplished board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon who has performed over 9000 spinal surgeries since 2006. He is the President and CEO of Midwest Spine. Dr. Sinicropi has been a founding partner of several other successful medical ventures as well as others outside the medical field. Recently, Dr. Stefano Sinicropi developed Hypercharge™️ Performance and Recovery Clinics. These are leading-edge health and wellness clinics set to launch in Minnesota, Arizona, and New York, with ambitious plans to expand nationally within the next three years. The HyperCharge™ Clinics offer a comprehensive range of services designed to optimize physical, mental, and emotional well-being, utilizing the latest advancements in health and wellness technology. With a focus on personalized care and holistic approaches, these clinics are poised to revolutionize health care, further solidifying Dr. Sinicropi’s reputation as a forward-thinking leader and visionary in both the medical and business worlds. Dr. Sinicropi also has the podcast Wellness at the Speed of Light and a radio show on AM950 called Recharging the Human Battery. Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/iyI643FhtP8?si=gQ5yRDd5oEJLe3rW https://youtu.be/iyI643FhtP8?si=T_QtvLF6baJETEtR https://youtu.be/iyI643FhtP8 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 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/2025/2/13/exploring-alternative-therapies-to-improve-health-and-wellness Contact Dr. Stefano Sinicropi Website http://hyperchargeclinic.com Locations in Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Edina, and Woodbury Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HyperChargeClinic/?_rdr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hyperchargeclinic/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@hyperchargeclinic Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hyperchargeclinic X/Twitter https://x.com/hypercharge_mn 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.
Co-Creating Caregiver Success Lori La Bey talks with Mary Farquhar who has named herself the CEO of her husband Roger’s care since October 2018. She is a member of Lori La Bey’s Caregiver Connect Support group, where she openly shares critical insights and resources with our members. She is a valued member and leads by example, teaching others they know more than they think. Mary kindly and compassionately supports and encourages them to share empowering them and giving purpose. In addition, Paula Forte also joins us. She is a Registered Nurse with over 45 years of experience in nursing. With bedside experience ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, her clinical practice has included primary care, acute care, long-term care, and tertiary care settings. Her roles have spanned hospital administration, staff education and leadership development. She has a BSN & MSN in Nursing and a PhD in Adult Education & Organizational Development. Her training as a Health & Wellness Coach was done at the University of Minnesota and she is nationally certified with the credentials, NBC-HWC. Learn: From the actual experiences of two family dementia caregivers Strategies from a Health and Wellness Coach Hear about Resources available to you Spark Giving Voice Choir Connecting Voice Chorus Circle Keepers Paula's book – Self Care Strategies for Family Caregivers How to Become A Giver Of Hope Watch the Video Interview Below https://www.youtube.com/@AlzheimersSpeaks Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/co-creating-caregiver-success/id986940432?i=1000689995739 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4wZ1QdmVXviJY0zupBEAn0 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-caregivers-creating-a-successful-life/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/ Contact Paula Forte Email Website https://cocreate4life.com/ Facebook Co-Create 4 Life Contact Mary Farquhar LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/mary-farquhar-074a0b49 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.
All is not lost! Inspiration for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Lori La Bey talks with Rev. Dr. Jade Angelica who was Inspired by her journey through Alzheimer’s with her mother. She founded the non-profit organization, Healing Moments for Alzheimer’s, in 2007. Since then, she has been offering innovative dementia care education throughout the country, producing creative programming for caregivers, and writing about her many discoveries on this journey. Today Jade will talk about her newly released book, Where Two Worlds Touch: The Spirit and Science of Alzheimer’s Caregiving. Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-is-not-lost-inspiration-for-alzheimers-and/id986940432?i=1000688623535 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6cB1poc3Lt5S3stQmXmhMa Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 YouTube Video https://youtu.be/I37JHcSXH7k Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/2/4/all-is-not-lost-inspiration-for-alzheimer-8217-s-and-dementia-caregivers Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/all-is-not-lost-inspiration-for-alzheimers-and-dementia-caregivers/ Contact Jade Angelica Website: jadeangelica.com Email: jadeangelica@gmail.com Phone: 563-582-4724 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 our guest is Vince Zangaro, the founder of the Alzheimers Music Fest. Vince has a new concert raising funds to support those living with dementia. Listen, learn, and see how you can help spread the word about this fun and fantastic event, or better yet; how you can attend! Contact Information for Alzheimer's Music Fest and Vince Zangaro The Alzheimer's Music Fest is excited to have so much musical talent under the Smith's Olde Bar roof on February 22nd 2025! Join us and let's make a difference and see some of the best music, Georgia has to offer. They are expecting tickets to SELL OUT, so please get your tickets at: https://smithsoldebar.freshtix.com/events/alzheimers-music-fest-sobatl Join the Facebook Event for updates at: https://facebook.com/events/s/the-11th-anniversary-alzheimer/1908031359710219/ Contact Vince Zangaro if you would like to become a sponsor or have any questions. Alzheimers Music Fest Website www.alzheimersmusicfest.org Stand Up For Seniors https://vac-cherokeega.org/ Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic 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 call in and 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 your 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. Reach out and be our next guest. Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Watch the Video Interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/hEwTGTn9fRY Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-music-fest-on-alzheimers-speaks-open-mic/id986940432?i=1000686055092 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6FedwqWeNo8R8rnh3tUuZe Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 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 Check out Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/1/28/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs 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.
People living with dementia are targets of social media abuse in nursing homes Lori La Bey talks with Eilon Caspi a Gerontologist and dementia behavior specialist. He has worked in the aging field for 30 years starting as a nurse aide in a nursing home where his grandfather lived. Since then, he worked as a social worker, educator, consultant, author, applied researcher, and care advocate in long-term care homes. Over the past 18 years, he has led several studies to improve understanding and the prevention of various forms of elder mistreatment in nursing homes and assisted living residences. Learn: Define social media Abuse Examples of social media abuse Preventative techniques to avoid social media abuse from occurring Zero tolerance Consequences for those engaging in social media abuse Raise awareness of social media abuse to all staff, families, volunteers, residents… Implement sensitivity training on this topic Develop a code of conduct Awareness of consequences for the perpetrators and victims Policies regarding smartphones and other types of camera equipment Policy on when a picture or video can be taken of a resident, along with where it can go… file, family, marketing materials Immediately and thoroughly conduct an investigation into any situation brought to the community's attention and ensure that their reporting process is known and followed by staff. All investigations are to be reported. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/22LS7Jw9IG4 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/people-living-with-dementia-are-targets-of-social/id986940432?i=1000685568819 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6rGmSzRrLCGax4a5Xfkg1l Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/1/27/people-living-with-dementia-are-targets-of-social-media-abuse-in-nursing-homes Contact Eilon Caspi Email eiloncaspi@gmail.com Website Dementia Behavior Consulting LLC https://dementiabehaviorconsulting.com Blog Post on McKnight's Long-Term Care News: What nursing homes can do to prevent staff misuse of social media https://www.mcknights.com/blogs/guest-columns/what-nursing-homes-can-do-to-prevent-staff-misuse-of-social-media/ 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. Joy Poskozim DDS the Founder of Joyful Dental Care. She even does house calls! Joy is also an amazing advocate and presenter. As a Geriatric House Call Dentist for over 15 years, Dr. Joy Poskozim speaks to Long-term Care Facility Administrators, Nursing Staff, Caregivers, and loved ones on the importance of oral health care as we age. Her goal is to share as much dental information as possible, making it easier to communicate to traveling dentists about residents' oral health problems. Learn: How to brush teeth The tell, show, do method Where is the best place to brush their teeth Set a routine of how to brush their teeth Eye contact Face them Upper right Lower right Upper left Lower left Go with your loved one to the Dentist Great Products Biotene – Over the Counter Toothpaste Mouthwash Gel 3D Pro Brush https://3dprobrush.com/ Scan for dentures in case lost Find a Dentist – Special Care Dentistry Association https://www.scdaonline.org/ Watch the Interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/1QWKcrpnQv0?si=rMe6bAi6Hbnqw2O5 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-dental-care-dentists-coming-to-homes-to-provide/id986940432?i=1000684813644 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hQbK8Q9Nj4lLeR1PYBvc5 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-and-dental-care/ Contact Dr Joy Poskozim DDS Website https://joyposkozimdds.com Phone 312 498 2209 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyposkozimdds Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joyposkozimdds Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/jvpdent Contact Joyful Dental Care Website joyfuldentalcare.com Phone 7737367767 4116 W. Peterson, Chicago IL 60646 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JoyfulDentalCare 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.
Working With Grief By Staying Connected: Letters From The Ungrateful Dead Lori La Bey talks with Deborah Shouse, a writer, editor, laughter yoga facilitator, and dementia advocate. She is the author of a new non-fiction book, Letters from the Ungrateful Dead: A Grieving Mom’s Surprising Correspondence with her Deceased Adult Daughter. Please help me welcome our friend Deborah Shouse back with us! Also joining us is Deborah’s partner Ron Zoglin who is a writer, speaker, dementia advocate, and professional storyteller and Jacque Amweg, a licensed social worker, who works at the Solace House Counseling Program as a Team Lead. Blog Post Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/irMjZ96u1iA Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map Contact Deborah Shouse Website https://www.deborahshousewrites.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/deborah.shouse.7 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deborahshouse LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-shouse-00728112/ Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953583938 Book Shop bookshop.org Contact Jacque Amweg Website https://kchospice.org/ Email jamweg@KCHospice.org Phone 816-276-2717 or 913-341-0318 Address 8012 State Line Road, Suite 202, Prairie Village, KS 66208 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 Alzheimer's Speaks Open Mic, Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Nancy Berley who works for Tembo Health. She is an experienced General Practitioner who specializes in dementia and works with our families in the GUIDE program, a new CMS program that just rolled out in July 2024, to support families caring for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. Learn what the GUIDE program has to offer and if you will qualify for their support. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR TEMBO HEALTH Website: https://www.Tembo.Health Email: Hello@Tembo.Health Phone: 929-998-3626 Youtube Video https://youtu.be/AAXzlC2YK0o Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-guide-program-for-dementia-on-alzheimers-speaks/ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-guide-program-for-dementia-on-alzheimers-speaks/id986940432?i=1000680745364 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/14kkXKDLazhKVfULLoKEFk Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/12/17/share-your-story-service-product-or-tool-on-alzheimer-8217-s-speaks-open-mic CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ALZHEIMER'S SPEAKS & DEMENTIA MAP Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com Contact Alzheimer's Speaks: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/Contact Website: https://dementiamap.com Contact Dementia Map: https://dementiamap.com/contact Future OPEN MIC shows are: Jan. 21st, 2025 Feb.18th, 2025 Mar. 18th, 2025 April 15th, 2025 May 20th, 2025 June 17th, 2025 July 15th, 2025 Aug. 19th, 2025 Sept. 16th, 2025 Oct. 21st, 2025 Nov. 18th, 2025 Dec. 16th, 2025 Contact us to be on the show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ContactSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hope Beyond Dementia - Empowering Families Through Storytelling Lori La Bey talks with Author Jennifer Randazzo. After witnessing her father’s battle with Lewy Body Dementia, Jennifer created a beautiful book called, “Grandpa & Lewy,” which is a heartwarming resource to empower children while fostering empathy and awareness about the disease. She is an award-winning author and her books inspire young readers to embrace diversity and show compassion towards others. The other two books are The Empathetic Elephant and FROG - Fully Rely On God. Learn: 1. The fear and joy attached to dementia 2. Ways to educate children about dementia 3. Seeing, Recognizing, Accepting, and sharing blessings 4. How Facebook chats & support groups can help 5. Why having a purpose makes a difference in the quality of life 6. Self-love 7. Moments of respite. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/wlK-GOV1_S4?si=9M8lGN0ZEaz-wXcb Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-beyond-dementia-empowering-families-through-storytelling/id986940432?i=1000678955724 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5eMY04RbsDwTPuScPBM1Kt Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/12/3/hope-beyond-dementia-empowering-families-through-storytelling Contact Jennifer Randazzo Website jenrandazzo.com Email jen@jenrandazzo.com Instagram www.instagram.com/jenrandazzo Faceboook www.facebook.com/jenrandazzo Amazon https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Jennifer+Randazzo&i=stripbooks&crid=37II3GTD1H6AT&sprefix=jennifer+randazzo%2Cstripbooks%2C138&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/hope-beyond-dementia-empowering-families-through-storytelling/ 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.
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