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Alzheimer's Speaks Radio believes in giving voice to those afflicted with 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…

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    Exciting Alzheimer’s Trial Available!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 47:45


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Today our host Lori La Bey will be talking with the Chief Medical Officer at Cortexyme, Dr. Michael Detke.  Cortexyme is a bio tech company that is developing therapies targeting bacteria P. gingivalis, commonly associated with gum disease, that can infect the brain and cause Alzheimer’s disease.  Dr. Detke is a board-certified psychiatrist and has been involved in clinical drug research and development for more than 20 years, having trained in psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. To learn more about the GAIN Alzheimer's Trial and locations near you.Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needsWebsite:  www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com          Email:  Lori@AlzheimersSpeaks.com           Phone:  651-748-4714Additional Resources       Dementia Chats       Projects & Initiatives          Speaking/Training/Consulting

    Cafe Connect & Other Resources at the Memory Cafe Directory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 47:54


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Lori La Bey host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio talks with Dave Wiederrich the owner of the Memory Cafe Directory which lists about 900 Memory Cafes around the world.  They now have made a special section called Cafe Connect which lists virtual cafes people can attend. In addition Dave will tell us what Memory Joggers are and how they can be used for FREE!Call in and join the conversation by dialing in (323) 870-4602Contact information:  Email:  Info@MemoryCafeDirectory.comWebsite:www.MemoryCafeDirectory.comTwitter: @MemoryCafesFacebook: @MemoryCafeDirectoryInstagram: @MemoryCafeDirectoryContact Lori La Bey on Branding Opportunities, Virtual Presentations or Questions you have: Website: www.AlzheimersSpeaks.comEmail: Lori@AlzheimersSpeaks.comPhone: 651-748-4714

    Covid 19 Special on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio 052920

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 64:27


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Today Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio facilitates a conversation with Holly Eide with HealthStar Home Health and Circle of Life, Geoffrey Brown with Brighton Hospice Minnesota and Susan Macaulay Activist and Blogger of My Alzheimer’s Story. Each shares what they have seen and how they have had to adjust during the Corona Virus.Holly Eide - HealthStar Home Health (Circle of Life)Email: HollyE@hhhealth.net.          Websites: www.healthstarhomehealth.net     Susan Macaulay – My Alzheimer’s Story          Website: Susan@MyAlzheimersStory.com          Phone: 819-349-0102 Geoffrey Brown - Brighton Hospice Minnesota           Website:https://brightonhospice.com           Phone: 612-430-4571Lori La Bey - Alzheimer's Speakd         Website: www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com          

    Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Covid 19 Special 053020

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 64:29


    Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio facilitates a conversation with business leaders and advocates from different organizations serving those with dementia and those caring for them.  Our panelists will talk about how they have adapted to serve during this time.Contact Our PanelistsLisa Tyburski  -  GLENNERCARE™ Direct Line: 1-833-770-CARE (2273)Website:  www.Glenner.org              Email:  GlennerCare@Glenner.orgMaria O'Reilly -   Email -  m.oreilly@cqu.edu.au           Phone  +61 7 4150 7704Dave Wiederrich  -  Website MemoryCafeDirectory.com         Email:  Info@MemoryCafeDirectory.com Contact Lori La Bey with any programming questions or branding opportunities: Website:www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com          Email:Lori@AlzheimersSpeaks.com          Phone: 651-748-4714

    Sing-a-Long with Barbara Lee #3 on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 40:23


    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 information, not just sound bites since 2011.Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer's Speaks hosts a sing-along with Barbara Lee of Music Memories MN. We do these sessions as zoom gatherings so people can see one another,  but they can't hear each other sing together due to internet timing (delays) with each user. Given there was so much interest we are recording these so people can access them as they want.  This is our third session.Contact Barbara Lee Email: BarbaraLee@MusicMemoriesMN.com%20             Website: https://www.musicmemoriesmn.com           Phone: 612-227-7087Contact Lori La Bey on branding or with questions  www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com        Email:  Lori@AlzheimersSpeaks.com Projects & Initiatives          Speaking/Consulting

    Finding Peace Through Grace, Acceptance and Gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 65:39


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Lori La Bey has a fun and uplifting conversation with Joan Steffend and Joe Brandmeier about their caring journeys.  Their insights are wonderful and their creative works are a gift to humanity.  This is a conversation I believe you will find enlightening from philosophies and struggles, to quotes, books, film and song.  ENJOY!JOAN STEFFEND        Website     Phone:  (952) 210-2665JOE BRANDMEIER     Website      Phone:  (952) 210-2644         The Film "I Do?"  Book Publisher:  www.tristanpublishing.comJoe's Book:  "Up North - Reflections, Moments and Memories"Joan’s Books:  are "...and she sparkled" and "peace in, peace out" Additional Resources for Dementia & Caregiving at Alzheimer's SpeaksFor Branding & Marketing Opportunities on Alzheimer's Speaks

    What is the "IRS of Caregiving" and How Does it Help?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 58:52


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio talks with Latorius Adams who is a Family Caregiver Support Program Specialist and Medicare Counselor with the Harnett County Division on Aging. Today she will share with us what the "IRS" of Caregiving stands for and how it can help us to understand it.Contact Latorius Adams:Email:  lsadams@harnett.org           Website:  www.harnett.org/aging             Phone:  910-814-6075For Additional Resources on Dementia and Caregiving go to Alzheimer's Speaks Request Information on Branding & Engagement Opportunities

    Sing-A-Long with Barbara Lee of Music Memories MN on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 0:37


    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 information, not just sound bites since 2011.Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer's Speaks hosts a sing-along with Barbara Lee of Music Memories. Everyone had a great time and so we will be coordinating more of these for the future. When we do these sessions, participants can see one another but can't hear each other sing together due to internet timing (delays) which are different for each user. Given there was so much interest we are recording these so people can access them as they want.Contact Barbara Lee Friedman Email: BarbaraLee@MusicMemoriesMN.com              Website: https://www.musicmemoriesmn.com                Phone: 612-227-7087Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needsWebsite:  www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com               Email:  Lori@AlzheimersSpeaks.com Projects & Initiatives         Speaking/Consulting

    Organize Photos and Share Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 50:53


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Lori La Bey talks with Dennis Fassetta the Founder of Tempus Roads, a company that develops APPs.  Tempus Roads released the Kronolo-G.com website in 2017, and the mobile APP in 2019. Join us to learn more how Kronolo-G can help us organize our photos and preserve our memories to easily share with others.Contact KRONOLO-G               45 Second VideoWebsite:  https://kronolo-g.com/           Email:Customer.Service@Kronolo-g.comDownload at: the Apple Store as Kronolo-G or from Google Play Store as Kronolo-G.Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding opportunities or call  651-748-4714Additional Resources     Website       Dementia Chats              Speaker/Consulting

    FamilyMeans Talks Meeting the Needs - Alzheimer's Speaks Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 39:10


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio talks with Jenny West a Caregiving and Aging Community Educator with FamilyMeans of Stillwater, MN. Today will we learn more about their services and of course how they are adapting to serve in the midst of Covid 19.Join the conversation and call in (323) 870-4602Contact Information for Jenny West, Caregiving and Aging Community Educator1875 Northwestern Avenue S., Stillwater, MN 55082            Phone:  651 789-4015         EmailWebsite       FaceBook:  FamilyMeans        Twitter:  @Family_MeansYouTube:  www.youtube.com/user/FamilyMeansMNAdditional Resources         Alzheimer's Speaks             Dementia Chats              Speaker/Consulting

    Navigating the Caring Journey with Sue Ryan on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 44:09


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Our host Lori La Bey talks with Sue Ryan, Author and Care Partner to her husband Jack who is living with dementia.  Jack is living in a community which she knows he is being welled cared making this time with Covid 19 easier.  Sue talks about her journey, book and tips.Contact Sue Ryan at:      Website      Email        LinkedIn       Phone  239-537-5828           Facebook:  Our Journey Of LoveBook   Our Journey of Love, 5 Steps to Navigate Your Caregiving JourneyContact Lori La Bey    

    A Voice That Needs To Be Heard - Advocating While Living with Dementia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 61:49


    Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices. Since 2011, we been delivering sounds news, not sound bites.The Radio show will start Tuesday – March 31st, 2020 - 2pm ET, 1pm CT, 12pm MT, 11am PT, 6pm London, 8pm South Africa and on April 1st in Australia AET.Today Lori La Bey has an honest conversation with Christine Thelker a powerhouse advocating for dementia, which is personal to her, as Christine is living with dementia.  Tune in and you'll get some great insights and feel empowered yourself.Contact Christine Thelker:          Dementia Alliance International          Email           Join DAI           Dementia Advocacy CanadaFor more resources go to Alzheimer’s Speaks or  Dementia Chats           Become Dementia Friendly          Speaker/Virtual Events

    Resources, Information & Planning For Todays World

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 48:44


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Lori La Bey host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio talks with the VP of Operations at PRN Home Care.  They will discuss everything from the impact the Coronavirus is having on their companies and clients.  You will pick up a variety of tips to care better for someone with dementia and yourself.  In addition, Kearn will share about the elder conference and resource guide she’s worked on along with her project called the Unwrinkled Heart Caregivers' Journeys. Contact Information for Kearn Cherry:      Website:  www.prnhomecareservices.com              Email:  kearn@prnhomecareservices.comWebsite:  www.kearncherry.com       FaceBook:  www.facebook.com/PRN-Home-Care       Phone:  228-239-1867   or    888-782-3316 Off

    Dementia Alliance International talks Advocacy, Human Rights & Covid19

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 57:38


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Thursday, March 19th Lori La Bey talks with Kate Swaffer over in Australia.  Kate is the current Chair, CEO, and is a Co-founding member of Dementia Alliance International known as DAI.  Their organization is formed of people living with a diagnosis of dementia and their goal is to represent, support, educate and lift the voices of others living with a form of dementia, along with the wider dementia community. Contact Dementia Alliance International:Email:  info@infodai.orgMembership:  www.joindai.orgWebsite:  https://www.dementiaallianceinternational.orgFor Additional Resources, Support, Initiatives and Virtual Educational Opportunities visit Alzheimer's Speaks Dementia Chats         Youtube          Speaking/Training Engagement

    Open Mic - The Impact Of The Corona Virus On People Dealing With Demenita

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 57:47


    Open Mic on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio How Is The Corona Virus Effecting You And Those Living with Dementia and Those You Care? We are looking forward to hearing your feelings, your fears, your plans and your ideas.Alzheimer's Speaks Radio is shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sounds news, not just sound bites.For additional resources on dementia and caregiving check out www.AlzhiemersSpeaks.comSpeaking/Training/Consulting         Memory Cafes            Become Dementia Friendly          Dementia Chats Videos

    Open Mic on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 60:06


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Call in and Talk with us Today!  (323) 870-4602Share your personal dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product or tool you have to help others.  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.  Please call in and share your work with us.Call in and Talk with us Today!  (323) 870-4602For additional resources on dementia and caregiving check out www.AlzhiemersSpeaks.comSpeaking/Training/Consulting         Memory Cafes            Become Dementia Friendly          Dementia Chats Videos 

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    Two Doctors - One Show: Dementia Diagnosis, Treatments & Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2020 60:10


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Today our host Lori La Bey will be splitting this episode with two doctors.  The first thirty minutes will be with Dr. Ronald C. Petersen who directs the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center at the Mayo Clinic along with their Study of Aging. Contact Dr Ronald Petersen at the Mayo Clinic  507-538-0487The second half of the show will feature Dr. Thomas Harman who had been on staff at Mayo, but now is a family physician at the Rochester Clinic.  Dr Harman has found a deep interest in lifestyle medicine due to his own family and personal health experiences which he will share with us.Contact Dr Thomas Harman at the Rochester Clinic  507-218-3095  or at Health@RochesterClinic.comFor the Community of Wellness Symposium & Gala March 19-21, 2020 go to:https://www.lotushealthfoundation.org/event-schedule-2020Go to Alzheimer's Speaks for Resources,  Projects & Initiatives and Speaking & Training

    Technology to Help Those Living with Dementia

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2020 61:55


    Alzheimer's Speaks Radio has been shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.Today Lori La Bey talks with the Co-Founders of MapHabit, a new technology which helps maintain and create independence, reduces stress and enhances quality of life for those dealing with cognitive issues and their care partners. You are going to want to hear what Matt Golden and Dr. Stuart Zola have to say about their product and why they were chosen by the National Institute on Aging as the #1 winner of Eureka Prize Competition.Contact Kyle Swanson at Maphabit for More InformationEmail: kswanson@maphabit.com                Phone:  678.386.4300For Resources on Dementia & Caregiving Check Out:Alzheimer's Speaks          Dementia Chats      Keynotes/Training & Consulting           Become Dementia Friendly

    Dementia & Your Financial Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 53:39


    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 sounds news, not just sound bites.Today our host, Lori La Bey talks with Wealth Management Advisor, Jenevieve Lenz who specializes in educating and empowering her clients by taking a balance sheet approach that protects and maximizes cash flow during their working and retirement years, while planning for life's health concerns as we age.Contact Jenevieve Lenz:Phone: 571-375-8040Email:  Jenevieve.lenz@ffgadvisors.comWebsite:  www.ffgadvisors.com/jenevieve-lenzFor More Information and Support Regarding Dementia and Caregiving Check Out the Below Links:https://www.alzheimersspeaks.comhttps://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/initiatives-projectshttps://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/speakerconsultanthttps://www.youtube.com/user/AlzheimersSpeaks

    Beauty, Benefits & Dementia with Keynote Music Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 58:01


    Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio where sound information regarding dementia and caregiving is delivered. Our true talk radio style goes beyond sound bites to help you in your everyday life with dementia regarding lifestyle, research, care models, family dynamics and more. There is something for everyone here.Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio talks with Carolyn Meyer a Board-Certified Music Therapist and Kayla Shafer the Co-founder of Keynote MusicTherapy and who is a Board-Certified Music Therapist.Contact for listeners:Email:Info@keynotemn.com          Phone: 612-200-3284          Website:www.keynotemn.com Video of Lori's Mom & MusicAdditional Resource Available at: Alzheimer's SpeaksDementia Chats          Dementia Quick Tips            Speaking/Training/Consulting           Become Dementia Friendly          

    Alexandria Minnesota Library Secures Large Grant to Support Dementia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 60:01


    Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio where sound information regarding dementia and caregiving is delivered. Our true talk radio style goes beyond sound bites to help you in your everyday life with dementia regarding lifestyle, research, care models, family dynamics and more. There is something for everyone here.Today Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio talks with Dawn Dailey the Library Director at Douglas County Library in Alexandria, MN who is spearheading the expansion of their “Memory Loss Resource Center."  Joining Dawn and Lori will be Pamela Kamholz a RN and a Respite Coordinator for Elder Network who is a library board member and who has utilized the new resources.Contact Information for Dawn Dailey:EmailDouglas County Library - 720 Fillmore Street, Alexandria, MN 56308320-762-3015Additional Resource Availble at Alzheimer's SpeaksDementia Chats          Dementia Quick Tips            Speaking/Training/Consulting           Become Dementia Friendly          Memory Cafes

    Can Snoezelen Rooms Help Those with Dementia?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 55:38


    Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio where sound information regarding dementia and caregiving is delivered.  Our true talk radio style goes beyond sound bites to help you in your everyday life with dementia regarding lifestyle, research, care models, family dynamics and more.  There is something for everyone here.Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio interviews Ilse Achterberg, founder of Worldwidesnoezelen.com. Ilse has been an activity therapist and specialist in MSE (Multi-Sensory Environments) or Snoezelen for over 25 years. She initiated and developed the multi sensory approach which is much more than just a room for elderly people with dementia in the Netherlands. WorldWideSnoezelen.com is an informative website about Snoezelen, Multi Sensory environment and sensory stimulation. The objective is to create a central information platform where you can find all possible information about Snoezelen from all over the world. The site is free for all users and makes searching for information on the application of sensory activation for different audiences easier.Website -WorldWideSnoezelen.com          Email -info@worldwidesnoezelen.com           Phone - (+31) 294 25 73 32Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WorldWideSnoezelen         Check Out Alzheimer's Speaks for more Resources 

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