Sinopsis
Alzheimers Speaks Radio believes in giving voice to those afflicted with the memory loss and their care partners while empowering them to live purpose filled lives. Our goal is to raise awareness, give hope, and share the real everyday life of living with dementia. We look forward to you joining us for great conversation, learning, and laughter as we maneuver this roller coaster called memory loss.About our Host Lori La Bey:Memory loss has been part of Loris life for over 30 years, ever since her Mother starting having problems. Loris Mom was in her end stages of Alzheimers disease for 4 years and passed away in 2014. This journey has taught her much and has changed her life. Lori is an international force shifting our dementia care culture around the world. She speaks and trains on Alzheimers disease, dementia, caregiving, collaboration, culture change and finding your passion.Maria Shriver honored Lori La Bey as an "Architect of Change for Humanity" and recognized b Sharecare and Dr. Oz as "The Number One Influencer Online for Alzheimer's."You can reach Lori via her website: www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com
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Living With And Advocating For Alzheimer's Disease
05/03/2013 Duración: 01h50minAlexander "Sandy" Halperin, will join us today to share his story of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and now raising awareness as an "National Advisor on the Early Stage Advisory Group," for the Alzheimer's Association. Sandy, was diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2010 at the age of 60. As a member of the national 2012 Early-Stage Advisory Group, Sandy hopes to bring awareness to what he calls “invisible illnesses” or medical problems that may not be readily seen by others. His goal is to speak on behalf of patients dealing with a cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s or dementia to a variety of audiences. We would love to hear your questions and concerns by joining us live. Alzheimer's Association contact Informtion: www.Alz.Org 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900 ALZConnected™: www.alzconnected.org ALZConnected™, is the 1st social networking community designed for people livingand dealing with Alzheimer's. Alzheimer's Navigator™: www.alzheimersnavigator.org Alzheimer’s Associa
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Using Discovery Art To Engage & Patients Speak Out
28/02/2013 Duración: 01h59minThe first half will feature Shelia Van Houten, a spiritual healer, coach, counselor and extraordinary artist. During this hour we will talk about her new found talent and how it is being used to help those with dementia engage and enjoy the world of art and conversation. Others that will join Sheila are Dan Dolliff, Emily Figueroa and Jodie Kneip. Each will give insights from different perspectives on this topic. Contact Sheila Van Houten, DD, PhD, 612-866-1269 www.DiscoveryArt.Info http://www.SheilaKnows.com Two Dementia Chat Experts Steve Ponath and Dena Dotson will share what it is like to live with dementia.. The response has been incredible to the Dementia Chats webinars. Many support groups, facilities, hospitals, Professionals and families are using these sessions to raise awareness and educate. I know you won’t be disappointed in this conversation. You can reach Steve Ponath and Dena Dotson via Lori La Bey at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com or on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/DementiaChatsS
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Author Living with Dementia Speaks Out & New APP For Carers
25/02/2013 Duración: 01h31minToday we are blessed to have Author Kate Swaffer with us who has written Love, Life, Loss, A Roller Coaster of Poetry. Kate was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 49. She will share with us her very intimate world as she lives it and sees it, through poetry and more. Contact Kate though: Website and Blog at http://kateswaffer.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/KateSwaffer Our second guest Rawad Sheikh, is the founder of “Touching Care”. She found through her personal experience with Alzheimer as a caregiver that Caregivers experience and suffer from high levels of depression which is derived from many factors mainly feeling lonely and isolated, and lack of emotional and social support which lead to poor quality of life and early admission to care facilities specially that the amount of time and care increases on caregivers as the disease progresses. Inspired by her experience, Rawad established her application that uses the power of Reminiscence and provides comprehensive information, tools and r
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Dementia, Building Community & Engagement
18/02/2013 Duración: 01h28minToday we will have on of the top leaders in the world on culture change with us... Dr. Bill Thomas.I hope you can join the conversation as it is always fun and enlighting when talking with Bill. To Contact Dr. Thomas please go to his website: www.changingaging.org Harry Urban, an Expert living with memory loss and Founder of "Forget Me Not." Harry will talk about his new group and their launch to assist those that speak Spanish. Harry can be reached via Facebook. Search Harry Urban Sherice Recke, known to many as Shauney Baby. She has been working in the entertainment industry for many years and is one of the most celebrated female drummers both nationally and internationally. today we will discuss the benefits of Drumming with those with Dementia. Shauney can be reached below: Website: www.drumforgoodnesssake.com Phone: 323-876-5173 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/drumforgoodnesssake Twitter: https://twitter.com/DFGSLASupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.c
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Do it Well. Make it Fun - Living Successfully With Dementia
12/02/2013 Duración: 43minToday we are honored to have with Ron Culberson, Humorist and President of the National Speakers Association with us. Ron spent the first part of his career working in a large hospice organization as a clinical social worker, manager and senior leader. Now as a speaker, humorist and author of “Do It Well, Make It Fun”, his mission is to help organizations be more successful by combining excellence and fun. Ron will give those with Dementia and their care partners permission to find the fun and laughter within their caring roles. Please join us! You can contact Ron Culberson via: www.RonCulberson.com Ron@RonCulberson.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Clocks Tell More Than Time & Artful Ways To Connect
08/02/2013 Duración: 01h43minOur Guest Barbara Brock, Author and Researcher has developed the Reality Comprehension Clock Test. She will talk about the important value of this test, how it analyzes the Brain power which is left and how that can help us care for and engage people with Dementia. Reality Comprehension Clock Test, Health Care's most powerful cognitive assessment, is a standardized assessment that is ideal for use with Alzheimer's and other dementia clients. Dementia Populations Gift of Purpose - a social model that contains a brain stimulating curriculum for stages 3, 4, 5, and 6 dementia which is ideal for use with Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. To contact Barbara at http://www.clocktestrcct.com Camela Mulroe Director of Activities and Volunteers at St. Mary's Care Center in Wisconsin, will be our second guest discussing some creative ways to connect and engage those with dementia. Carmela Mulroe Can Be Reached At The Following- (608) 845-0582 carmela_mulroe@ssmhc.com www.creatingshift.wordpres
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Reflections on Alzheimer's & Speed Grieving
01/02/2013 Duración: 01h49minToday will have Actress and Author Judy Prescott with us. Judy wrote "Searching For Cecy- Reflections on Alzheimer's" which is a beautiful collection of poetry and artwork reflecting her personal journey with dementia. Judy Prescott can be reached: judyprescott.com facebook.com/searchingforcecy twitter.com/judyprescott1 Our second guest will be Alysia Reiner with "Speed Grieving." Alysia is an award winning stage, screen and television actress. She will share her story of grief and how and why "Speed Grieving" was developed. Contact Alysia Reiner twitter: @alysiareiner www.facebook.com/SpeedGrieving http://www.facebook.com/AlysiaReiner www.speedgrieving.org CallSend SMSAdd to SkypeYou'll need Skype CreditFree via SkypeSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Celebrity Stories to Prepare You to Care & Teen Insights
23/01/2013 Duración: 01h51minOur first guest is Author Sherri Snelling of "A Cast of Caregivers - Celebrity Stories to Help You Prepare to Care." Sherri is the CEO - Caregiving Club and the Executive Producer - Handle With Care TV show. Sherri will share some of her favorite stories with us along with several other initiatives she has to help those who care. Contact Sherri via her website www.caregivingclub.com Our second guest will be an amazing young gal by the name of Jordon, who has a great vision to educate teens and their families on Dementia. We will discuss her vision of "The Purple Rain Project" and why it is so important. We will begin the conversation to expose the hidden thoughts of teenagers dealing with this disease and how it causes turmoil in their lives nd what adults can do to help them. Contat Jordan via: Email: Purple-rain-project@hotmail.com Twitter: @show_YOU_care Facebook: the purple rain project Blog: thoughts.com (Purple Rain Project)Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/S
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Music Therapy For Dementia - Engagement & Joy
15/01/2013 Duración: 01h16minTodays guest will be Wendy Krueger. Wendy has been a Board Certified Music Therapist for nearly seven years. She graduated from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy in 2006, and currently works at developing new Music Therapy programs in Northeastern Massachusetts through her business, Up Beat Music Therapy. Wendy directs a Music Therapy Internship program and supervises undergraduate students who are beginning placements in a Dementia-care setting. Out of the many facilities she contracts with, Wendy works most with (and finds her passion most from) clients suffering from Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia. Studies have found that music is an incredibly powerful tool in the treatment and prevention of dementia-related behaviors and alleviates symptoms of the disease in many ways. As the population of people with dementia grows, Wendy is fortunate enough to have found her niche working with individuals so in need, and so often forgotten about. Contact Informatio
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Best Friends Approach To Alzheimer's Care
10/01/2013 Duración: 01h44minOur first guests are Authors David Troxel and Virginia Bell. Both of which, have spent decades shifting Dementia Care Culture around the world. Their are best known for their book "The Best Friends™ Approach to Alzheimer's Care: A Guide for Care Partners." David and Virginia will share with us many of the lessons they have learned throughout theirs years. Their website is Best Friend Approach Our second guest is Tryn Rose Seley is a Professional Caregiver, Photographer, Musician and Author. Tryn Rose will share with us some techniques she has found helpful when engaging people with Dementia. Check out Tryn Rose's EBook: 15 Minutes of Fame: One Photo Does Wonders You can contact Tryn Rose via: facebook.com/caregiverheart https://twitter.com/trynrose www.linkedin.com/in/trynrose Get your questions ready, as our guests would be glad to answer them.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Discussions on “Put That Knife Away” & "Songs That Heal"
24/12/2012 Duración: 01h28minPsychologist and Author Phyllis Palm of "Put That Knife Away," will join us to talk about her personal journey with her husband’s Dementia.In 2010 they moved to Mesa, Arizona to care for her husband of 22 years who has Alzheimer's disease. Why Arizona? Because she and her husband spent many happy times in Arizona with her three adult children and her two grandchildren and she thought they would help her care for her husband who became very angry any time she tried to hire help in New York. Now Dr. Palm is a volunteer support group leader for the Alzheimer's Association and speaks to support caregivers both family and professional. She is the author of a memoir about her transformation as a result of becoming a caregiver for her husband who now resides in a memory care unit in Mesa. Check out the Website http://www.phylliswpalm.com/ Our second guest will be Musician, Mark Etheredge Mark's song “Room to Room” is gorgeous and moving and is a tribute to his mom who has been living with Alzheimer’s. It’s power
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Dementia Culture Surprise Guests Honoring of Richard Taylor
19/12/2012 Duración: 01h53minDementia Care Culture Surprise Guests You Won't Want To Miss! I would love to tell you what I have up my sleeve but I can't. This is going to be a very special episode. One which wil touch your heart and fill your soul while raising awareness and motivating everyone who joins us. I know I will never forget this show. I promise you will be shocked and pleasantly surprised at the people I have lined up to come together celebrate the breaking down of barriers and stigmas pertaining to Alzheimer's and other Dementias. I truly hope you can join us live!Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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What You Need To Know & Prevention of Responsive Behaviors
17/12/2012 Duración: 01h58minFirst we will interview Eilon Caspi Ph.D. who has worked int he field for aging for 19 years. During the last decade his focus has been on persons with memory-loss and their care partners in work, research, and training care partners (family and care staff). He has a great interest in prevention and de-escalation of responsive behaviors and bringing about and maintaining positive emotional states. You can reach Eilon by visiting his website eiloncaspi.com Our second guest will be Dr. Ronald DeVere, a Neurologist and the Director of the Alzheimer's Disease and Memory disorders Center in Austin Texas. Dr DeVere is also the Author of "Memory Loss: Everything you want to know but forget to ask ". HIs book can be purchased via Amazon. He can be reached at his office at 512 2617909, or by visiting the web site: admdclinic.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Person Centered Care & Dementia Beyond Drugs
11/12/2012 Duración: 02h08sJoin us for this great conversation with two of the worlds leading experts in Dementia care. We would love for you to call in or post your questions comments in the chat box. Today we are honored to have G. Allen Power, Author of the book "Dementia Beyond Drugs: Changing the Culture of Care." Dr Power's is an Eden Mentor at St. John’s Home in Rochester, NY, and a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Rochester with us. He is a board certified internist and geriatrician, and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians / American Society for Internal. www.alpower.net http://changingaging.org/alpower/ Our Second guest will be Judy Berry, Founder of Lakeview Ranch an amazing residential community that specializes in dementia care. Judy was awarded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation with the 2010 Community Health Leaders Award. In 2011, Judy was presented the Purpose Prize Honor Americans Over Age 60 for Making an Extraordinary Impact in their Encore Careers. She is truly an
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Lessons Learned & Shared Through Memory Loss
06/12/2012 Duración: 01h27minWe will talk with Jance Cooper today about her journey with Dementia and the lessons she learned and now shares with others through her pocket books and various intiatives. Jane Cooper is a trained sports psychologist, masseuse and exercise consultant. She also knows exercise is a great prescription in assisting people on the road to recovery. When Jane’s Dad died in January 2009, she started to write about their shared experience in relation to his late onset of Alzheimer’s disease, the impact on his family and the failure of Social Services to do much to help. Her writing is a family saga seen through the eyes of a devoted daughter, but this is no ordinary story. You can contact Jane at: www.justcallmereg.com/ www.jane-cooper.co.ukSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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New Childrens Book For Memory Loss & Virtual Dementia Tours
26/11/2012 Duración: 01h18minToday we will talk about the book, MY NEW GRANNY and why did the Author and Illustrator felt it was an important book to write. We also talked with Julie Matysik the Editor at Sky Pony Press about hear feelings about books like this - is there a gap, a need for books pertaining to memory loss? Julie Matysik, Sky Pony Press 212-643-6816 x.237 jmatysik@skyhorsepublishing.com P.K. is founder and CEO of Second Wind Dreams®, an international non-profit organization whose aim is to enhance lives, engendering more staff involvement and community involvement resulting in a change in the perception of aging. The Virtual Dementia Tour® is a company PK created which is used in 14 countries and 4 languages. VDT is a teaching tool used to help sensitize people to the plight of Dementia resulting in better care. Join Us To Learn! Contact P.K. Beville www.secondwind.org 678-429-6874Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cutting Edge Facility for Dementia in Tennessee Coming Soon–
16/11/2012 Duración: 01h49minAbe's Garden is getting closer to becoming a reality. Join us to hear the updates and what we can expect from this first of it's kind facility for those with dementia. What will set Abe's Garden apart from other memory loss and daycare communities? Listen in and find out and what Chairman of the Board, Michael Shmerling and Andrew Sandler, Executive Director and CEO of Abe's Garden have to say. Contact Abe's Garden Bethany Buchanan is the owner and the Director of Nursing of Grace Homes Residential Care Home for Seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's. Bethany will explain more about how her care home is different and what she has found to work best for those with Dementia. We will talk specifically on the chore program they use at Grace Homes. Contact Grace HomesSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dementia- Learn About POP Cycles and Blue Sky, White Clouds
08/11/2012 Duración: 01h59minLittle did Author and Coach, Jane Wolf Waterman know then that PARENTING OUR PARENTS; or “POP,” as she calls it, would last ten years with her own family. This journey required her to pull all her educational and life resources together, provided her the biggest challenge of her life and then turned this lesson into her life mission. Jane will discuss "Parenting Our Parents: the Special Challenges and Joys of POParenting for those with Alzheimer's." info@www.ParentingOurParents.org Eliezer Sobel is the author of the book “Blue Sky, White Clouds: A Book for Memory-Challenged Adults.” Eliezer's mother was diagnosed with Dementia and he will share stories and tell us why his book is different and can help others engage with people with memory loss. http://www.eliezersobel.com/bluesky.htmlSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dementia - Remembering 4 You and What's Really Possible
05/11/2012 Duración: 01h52minToday's show will feature two women who will give us hope and tips for connecting to those with dementia. Dr. Lord's husband, was diagnosed with vascular Alzheimer’s in 2003. She says he has been her greatest teacher in the field of Alzheimer’s. She owns Remembering for You. www.Remembering4You.com Info@remembering4you.com Martha Stettinius is the author of “Inside the Dementia Epidemic: A Daughter’s Memoir." She’s a sandwich generation mom with 2 teenagers at home and a mother with advanced dementia. Martha sees Alzheimer’s not as a “long good-bye” but as a “long hello.” www.insidedementia.com martha@insidedementia.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Staying Active with Dementia & Family Caregivers Unite
01/11/2012 Duración: 01h36minMonica Heltemes an Occupational Therapist and Founder of Mind Start. MindStart has produced a line of dementia care products designed to stimulate the mind and use abilities of the person that still remain. Her passion is bringing cognitive stimulation, connections, and joy to people with dementia and their caregivers. Contact Monica Website: http://www.mind-start.com Or check out Mind Start on Facebook Dr. Gordon Atherley is host, founder, and owner of Family Caregivers Unite! The Internet radio talk show that empowers family caregivers, by amplifying their voice, spreading their vision, and publicizing their value. Contact Information Family Caregivers Unite! CallSend SMSAdd to SkypeYou'll need Skype CreditFree via SkypeSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.