The Caregiver's Journey

S3E63 63. Meaningful Conversation: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

"Once caregivers get it, they're like, 'My gosh.' You just have to train yourself to walk around the brick wall to the moment, the now, and the imagination." — Anne Basting Do you struggle to create…

S3E62 What Is a Virtual Dementia Tour?: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

“I don’t think any of us should be trying to assist a person with dementia without first walking in their shoes.” — PK Beville, Ph.D. Have you ever wondered what it actually feels like to live…

S3E61 Turn Your Wishes Into Reality: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementiastled Project

WOOP is a very practical technique for anything from emotions to something on your to-do list — it can be used for many different kinds of wishes." — Donna Fedus How many times have you been told…

S3E60 Use Cognitive Simulation Therapy at Home: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

"While we can't reverse aging, regular mental activity — these exercises, regular cognitive engagement — helps keep cognitive skills stronger for longer. It's like exercising your body." — Dr. Daniel…

S3E59 Protect Your Brain Health: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

As a family caregiver, you spend so much time worrying about your loved one's brain health. But what about your own? The good news is that there are real, evidence-backed steps you can take to…

S3E58 What Is a Certified Senior Advisor: Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Have you ever heard of a certified senior advisor? Would you even know what you needed or how to find one? You're not alone if the answer is no — and there are clear steps you can take to get the…

S3E57 Find The Right Support Group: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

“Support groups are like lifelines — we’re around other people who are going through the same thing we are, and we know we’re not alone.” Kim Franklin Do you wonder if support groups are right for…

S3E56 When Your Spouse Becomes Your Patient: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

"One of the hardest parts in spousal caregiving is accepting that we're no longer just partners. We're now caregiver and care receiver. The loss of our emotional and physical partner and the…

S3E55 Is It an Early Sign of Dementia? Three Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

“What really helps is grounding yourself in three things: what change you’re noticing, how different it is from who this person has always been, and whether it’s getting worse over time.” — Dr. Anna…

S3E54 Why the Right Dementia Diagnosis Matters: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

“An accurate early dementia diagnosis is essential. It can make a significant difference in how families navigate the diagnosis.” Esther Kane, MSN, RN Your loved one has been diagnosed with…

S3E53 The Dementia Care Financial Conversation: Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

"Dementia is not just a medical journey, but it's a financial and emotional one." – Devon Banning, CFP Are you avoiding the financial conversation with your loved one because it feels…

S2E52 Preparing for Stormy Weather: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Are you prepared if a major storm threatens your area? Do you know whether to evacuate or shelter in place with your loved one who has dementia? Have you created a communication plan that accounts…

S2E51 Dementia Caregiving and TV: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

"The difference between TV as comfort and TV as chaos isn't the screen—it's understanding how the changing brain experiences what's on it." Do you rely on television to help occupy your loved one's…

S2E50 Family Dynamics in Caregiving: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Are you struggling to pull your family together to create a working support system for someone living with dementia? Do you find family members disagreeing on what needs to be done or how to help?…

S2E49 Navigating Death Related Responsibilities: Four Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Do you know what you need to do immediately after your loved one passes? Many caregivers don't. Are you worried about missing important tasks or feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of…

S1E49 Navigating Death Related Responsibilities

S2E48 Are You Part of the Sandwich Generation? Five Essential Tips / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to care for aging parents while raising children? Do you find yourself stretched thin between different generations, each with their own unique needs? My name is…

S2E47 Navigating Grief Throughout Caregiving: Six Essential Tips / Alzheimer's and Other Dementias

Have you noticed yourself feeling sad when your loved one can't remember their phone number? Do you find yourself withdrawing from friends or losing patience more easily? These feelings might be…

S2E46 Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: Later On Steps 18-20 / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Have you reached the point where you're now fully responsible for your loved one's care and safety? Do you find yourself guiding others or managing all aspects of their daily needs? You've entered…

S2E45 Navigating Dementia Caregiving Roadmap: Messy Middle Steps 11-17 / Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias

Have you moved beyond the initial steps of your caregiving journey and now find yourself needing to take more control while your loved one still believes they can do most things independently? Are…