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Do you know about Area Agencies on Aging? This is a nationwide network of nonprofit agencies created by Congress in 1974 to be one-stop shops with information about programs, services, and resources to assist with the care of older adults. And
People don’t like to think about death. And they certainly don’t like to talk about it. Or do they? Sharon Crowell is an end-of-life acupuncturist and hospice volunteer who facilitates Death Cafés where participants have honest and often lively
Sitting down with your aging parents to discuss long-term care issues can be difficult, but these tough talks are critical to have early. Melissa Fritz is helping get these conversations started. She hosts the show Inside Senior Living. which f
As Dr. Steven Sabat says, “Look at those with dementia as people, rather than patients – just because they have certain difficulties doesn't mean they cease to be a person.” Amen! In part two of our interview, we continue our talk about the gro
We know about the weaknesses of people with dementia, but what about their strengths? Dr. Steven Sabat, professor emeritus in psychology at Georgetown University, reminds us that these people retain awareness, thinking ability, and sense of sel
Low health illiteracy is a barrier not only to getting the right care but also to creating peace of mind for a caregiver. Thankfully, Jennifer Woodruff is helping to remove these barriers. She’s founder of the Patient Better Project, which help
Sometimes caregivers just need a break. Daphne Johnson started Respite for All to help them and the ones they care for. RFA’s volunteers are helping improve quality of life for people with dementia while offering peace of mind and respite to th
Where flowers bloom, so does hope. And in Florida today, hope for delivering better care to dementia patients is growing thanks to Sira Botes. Her role as a home care clinician inspired her to create a communication platform, the Memory Bouquet
Caregiving can change everything and Jillian McCleary understands that first hand. Over a period of 6 months Jillian left her career to care for her mother with Dementia, bought a house that could accommodate her mother’s needs, started her bus
When your partner or spouse has a dementia diagnosis it is so important to find support. That’s why Laurel Whitman joined Well Spouse, an organization that advocates for and addresses the needs of individuals caring for a chronically ill and/or
It can often feel hopeless trying to engage with a loved one suffering from dementia. That's why it's important for not only family but also friends to share stories that connect with them. In part two of our talk with blogger James Russell, we
Imagine being diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s at only 48 years old. This is what happened to Lynn Russell. Her father, James Russell, now helps care for her. He tells their story on his blog, "Nevertheless Dementia, We Persist," where he
To look in the eyes of someone you love and have them not know you is heartbreaking. So, after losing four family members to Alzheimer’s, actor and playwright Nancy Daly knew she had to do something. She started Actors & Artists Unite to End Al
One Alzheimer's diagnosis in one’s family is life-changing. But three? That's when Kristina Lubofsky knew she had to take action. She used her gerontology and caregiving backgrounds to create Busy Minds Box. The service helps dementia patients
A trip to the hospital, planned or unplanned, with a person who has a memory disorder can be difficult to manage and risky. Not to mention stressful. But you can be ready for it, or even avoid it. Michael Splaine provides an online workshop for
Caring for a loved one with dementia can have devastating effects on the lives of families and caregivers, including financial pressures, legal quandaries, health problems, and emotional turmoil. Fortunately, the California Caregiver Resource C
When you have a mom who is a great cook, you notice when she's off her game and forgetting ingredients. For Lily Hernandez's mother this was an early sign that she might not be well. And when she was diagnosed with dementia, it changed her fami
Long-term caregiving has many emotional and physical impacts on the caregivers, including migraines, depression, hair loss, and a “short fuse”. But Carol Greco is helping to make the experience less stressful. She is founder and CEO of WeCare4,
What do you do when you are concerned about your parents whose health is deteriorating but your siblings are not? This is just one of the many issues that can create conflict among family members dealing with eldercare. In some cases, a profess
We all need stimulating conversation. But what happens when we are isolated or spend lots of time alone? After a career at NASA, Amy Stapleton began designing interactive voice experiences for Amazon Alexa that use virtual characters to chat, e
Gen Xers may have been saying “OK, Boomer” since the 80s, but now more and more find themselves taking care of their Boomer parents. Guest Joy Johnston – digital journalist, author, and caregiver advocate – was in her 30’s when her father was d
About 40% of employees are also family caregivers, but not all employers recognize the daily challenges of this growing community. To help these caregiver employees and prevent burnout, Denise Brown develops and leads training programs for fami
African Americans have the highest prevalence of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, but many don't get the support they need. Dr. Fayron Epps is helping to change that. She's devoted her career as a nurse leader to reducing health dispa
It’s time to clear the air about medical cannabis and dementia. Sue Felmeth – an RN, educator, and consultant – began to investigate medical cannabis after her mother's pain management doctor recommended it as a safer option to opioids. She was
Sometimes metal detectors can also find old memories. Just ask Steve Kiley. He has a background in occupational therapy and a passion for history, metal detecting, and relic hunting. He’s created a unique and fun reminiscence program for senior
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