Virginia and Steve are joined by Nathaniel Chin, MD, a geriatrician, associate professor at the University of Wisconsin Department of Medicine, Medical Director of the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, and host and creator of the p

Advances in Alzheimer’s Disease Clinical Care with Ahmad Sajjadi MD,PhD

Feb 8th, 2024 36m 38s

Steve and Virginia sit down with Ahmad Sajjadi, MD, PhD, associate professor of Neurology at UC Irvine and research clinician at UCI MIND, to discuss some of the recent advances that have been made in Alzheimer’s disease research and care. He d

Keeping the Holidays and Celebrations Happy, Healthy and Safe with Dr. Miriam Galindo

Dec 14th, 2023 34m 18s

Virginia and Steve speak with Dr. Galindo, who cared for her father with Alzheimer's disease and helps the listeners understand the importance of simplifying the holidays to maximize enjoyment for everyone. She gives tips on focusing on one or

Cognitive testing with Dr. Michelle McDonnell

Dec 7th, 2023 31m 42s

Steve and Virginia are joined by Dr. Michelle McDonnell, a neuropsychologist at UCI MIND, who discusses the importance of cognitive testing. She discusses the process involved in the testing, tips to encourage your loved one to participate, and

Why you should start early with end of life wishes and details.

Nov 16th, 2023 31m 50s

Susan Papiri, Community Relations Director for Dignity Memorial. She discusses involving loved ones earlier regarding their wishes, preferences and religious traditions. These conversations can give honor to their legacy and reduce family stres

The dangers of denial with Elizabeth Lonseth

Aug 17th, 2023 30m 9s

Steve and Virginia are joined by Elizabeth Lonseth, an author and caregiver, who discusses the dangers of denial in Alzheimer’s caregiving. She touches on the many ways that both patients and caregivers can suffer when caregivers do not come to

Reducing caregiver stress with Dr. Natali Edmonds

Jun 15th, 2023 26m 39s

Virginia is joined by Dr. Natali Edmonds, a board certified Geropsychologist and founder of Dementia Careblazers, an online resource for dementia caregivers. Dr. Edmonds talks about 4 mistakes caregivers make when dealing with their loved ones,

Caregiving Two Years Later; a Revisit with Lisa Up de Graff

May 18th, 2023 31m 43s

Virginia and Steve are joined once again by Lisa Up de Graff, one of their first guests, who gives an update on her mother’s Alzheimer's disease journey. Lisa describes new challenges she has faced as the disease has progressed and recounts how

Long distance caregiving with Irene Olson

Apr 20th, 2023 26m 29s

Virginia is joined by Irene Olson, author of the book, “Requiem for the Status Quo'' and a state long-term care Ombudsman. Irene shares tips and challenges she faced with being a long distance caregiver for her father. She emphasizes the import

Alzheimer's Disease and the Rise in Pseudomedicine with Dr. Joshua Grill

Mar 9th, 2023 34m 13s

Dr. Joshua Grill, PhD, is a professor at UC Irvine in the departments of Psychiatry & Human Behavior and Neurobiology and Behavior, as well as the director of UCI MIND. Dr. Grill joins Steve to discuss risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, step

Caring for a Famous Parent with Alzheimer's with Patti Davis

Jan 17th, 2023 35m 5s

Virginia and Steve are joined by Patti Davis, author of the book, Floating in The Deep End, and daughter of former United States President, Ronald Reagan. She recounts several different experiences she had while caring for her father who public

Learning to Adjust with Dee Ransom

Nov 22nd, 2022 31m 34s

Dee Ransom joins Steve and Virginia to discuss some of the adjustments she has had to make being a caregiver for her husband, John, who lives with Alzheimer’s disease. Dee shares her experience learning to advocate for her husband, adapting to

Wandering with Erin Light, MA

Nov 10th, 2022 38m 43s

Erin Light, MA, is a gerontologist and a senior administrator at Silverado Senior Living, a memory care company based in Southern California. She joins Steve and Virginia to discuss how to manage wandering in a loved one with dementia. Erin beg

The Genetics of Alzheimer's Disease with Lindsay Hohsfield, PhD

Oct 27th, 2022 34m 38s

Steve and Virginia are joined by Lindsay Hohsfield, PhD, a neuroscientist at UCI and co-founder of a non-profit organization called Youngtimers, to discuss the role that our genes play in Alzheimer’s disease. She helps the audience understand t

Choosing the Right Hospice Care with Heather Kruse

Sep 20th, 2022 30m 44s

Steve and Virginia are joined by Heather Kruse, a licensed RN who specializes in dementia and hospice services. Heather was the hospice nurse for Steve’s wife, Patty at the time of her passing. She discusses the different services offered durin

Taking Away the Car Keys with Bob Simpson and Jeanette Marantos

Sep 8th, 2022 28m 5s

Our hosts are joined today by LA Times writer Jeanette Marantos and Virginia's brother, lawyer Bob Simpson, to tell us how they knew it was time to stop their loved one with Alzheimer's Disease from driving. They share stories on the challenges

Traveling with a Loved One Affected by Alzheimers with Jeanette Marantos

Aug 25th, 2022 31m 24s

Jeanette Marantos joins Virginia and Steve to discuss her experiences traveling with her husband, Steven, who had Alzheimer's disease, as well as sharing her tips on making travel manageable.

When You're Not the Caregiver: Guilt and Grief with Cindy Weinstein

Jun 16th, 2022 32m 9s

In this episode, Virginia and Steve are joined by Cindy Weinstein, Ph.D., who co-authored a book with neurologist, Dr. Bruce Miller titled, Finding the Right Words: A Story of Literature, Grief, and the Brain. Dr. Weinstein talks about the guil

Caring for a Child with Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease with Jim Russell

Apr 14th, 2022 32m 11s

Virginia and Steve are joined by Jim Russell, MBA, PhD, who shares his emotional story of being a caregiver to his mother with Alzheimers and then to his daughter, Lynne, who was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's disease at 48 years old.

Cognitive Impairment from a Physician’s Point of View with Dr. Steven Tam

Mar 31st, 2022 37m 51s

Virginia and Steve are joined by UCI Senior Health Center physician and UCI MIND researcher, Steven Tam, M.D., who describes some of the early symptoms of cognitive impairment, and the general approach he takes when assessing a patient. He an

End-of-Life Planning with Roger Lisabeth

Feb 24th, 2022 31m 54s

In this episode, Steve and Virginia are joined again by friend and caregiver, Roger Lisabeth who describes his experience in end-of-life planning while his wife Lucy is still alive. Roger emphasizes the importance of being properly prepared whe

Creating a Safe Living Space for Your Loved One with Mark Wilson

Dec 28th, 2021 37m 36s

Mark Wilson is back with co-hosts, Virginia and Steve to share his tips on outfitting your loved one's home to be safe. He reflects on his experience caring for his mom who lived at home with him for the entirety of her Alzheimer's dementia j

Parenting while caring for someone with early-onset Alzheimer's disease with David Willke

Nov 18th, 2021 37m 14s

The co-hosts are joined by business owner and friend, David Willke who recently lost his wife Jill to early-onset Alzheimer's disease. David shares his experience raising his children while serving as a caregiver to his wife and the challenges

How to Care for Yourself as a Caregiver with Linda Abbit

Oct 28th, 2021 30m 43s

Virginia and Steve are joined by Linda Abbit, an eldercare professional and caregiver with over 25 years of experience in dementia caregiving. She has authored a book called, The Conscious Caregiver: A Mindful Approach to Caring For Your Loved

Legal Issues After a Dementia Diagnosis with Stephen Magro

Sep 27th, 2021 35m 39s

Virginia and Steve discuss the legal concerns that arise after a dementia diagnosis with Orange County probate attorney, Stephen Magro, JD, who has 30 years of experience in elder law. Mr. Magro outlines the legal steps needed to help protect