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The Silver Lining of Alzheimer’s Lori La Bey talks with Eliezer Sobel, who managed the last six years of at-home care for his mother, with the help of his wife Shari, whose Alzheimer’s journey lasted 20 years. His new memoir, The Silver Lining of Alzheimer’s: One Son’s Journey into the Mystery, focuses on the joy and healing that his mother’s process brought to the family while not sugarcoating the many difficulties. Learn: Why is connection everything when caring for someone with dementia? How was your ability to adapt to your mother's dementia different from how your father dealt with it? What does “the happiness of memory loss” mean to you? Explanation of what “reframing” means. Honoring the humor with our relationships, even when dementia hits. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/QnHwf4XsoLc?si=0zOztTIKYlZSBp68 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-silver-lining-of-alzheimers/id986940432?i=1000702018294 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/19728DfoShchQFBaoZlWrd Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-silver-lining-of-alzheimers/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/4/3/the-silver-lining-of-alzheimer-8217-s Contact Eliezer Sobel https://www.elemipress.com https://www.eliezersobel.com https://www.facebook.com/eliezersobel Maudes Awards Applications open until May 19th https://maudesawards.org/ Artis Senior Living Events on April 10th – Dementia Behaviors/Expressions/Clues Professionals https://artis-senior-living.ce-go.com/shifting-care-culture-from-chrisis-to-comfort Families https://zoom.us/meeting/register/2xevnGBRTymBsEvAN6XSsg#/registration Dementia Together Gala & Fundraiser https://dementiatogether.org/annual-events/joy-on-the-journey/ Connecting Caregivers Conference https://connectingcaregiversconference.com/ Cue for Good – Web Master https://www.cueforgood.com/ Be A Giver Of Hope https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-tools/ or https://dementiamap.com/giver-of-hope/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Supporting Families and Organizations Dealing with Dementia Today our host Lori La Bey talks to three women doing amazing things in the arena of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Joining Lori is Linda Burhans, the gal who cares for the caregivers, Claire Richardson, representing Dementia Together, and Julie Moore, Author of I Am Their Voice. Youtube https://youtu.be/TM0uzwpoII8 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/supporting-families-and-organizations-dealing/id986940432?i=1000700724907 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QJcW0y2UjBE6HBgLmZADT Podlink https://pod.link/986940432/episode/7a920298e125ee43fb4fa337bccc8fac Dementia Map Events https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/supporting-families-and-organizations-dealing-with-dementia/ Contact our Guests Linda Burhans Website https://lindaburhans.com Email LindaBurhans@aol.com Claire Richardson, Dementia Together Website https://dementiatogether.org Email outreach@dementiatogether.org Phone 720-935-4798 Julie Moore, Author Website https://www.iamtheirvoice.com Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time. We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites! So, we invite you to tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia. 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. These conversations are always interesting. Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us. April 16thMay 21stJune 18th July 16thAug. 13thSept. 17thOct. 15thNov. 12thDec. 17th Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ YouTube https://youtu.be/TM0uzwpoII8 Apple Podcast Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1QJcW0y2UjBE6HBgLmZADT Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/ Contact Lori La Bey with Alzheimer’s Speaks Website – https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Healthcare Changes & Seniors" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton. About Lori La Bey: Lori La Bey is the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks and is co-founder of Dementia Map global resource directory and the co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Lori's mother who lived with dementia for 30 years. Her goal has always been to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. She offers a variety of free resources to educate, empower, connect, and decrease stigmas; helping families and professionals live graciously alongside dementia. Lori is an international speaker known for her multiple platforms and training programs. Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/ About Lance A. Slatton - known as "The Senior Care Influencer"": Known as “The Senior Care Influencer” Lance is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry. Lance A. Slatton is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. He is also host of the award winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters and Co-Host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L with Lori La Bey along with The Care Advocates and The Caregiver's Journal. Lance's book, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" was the recent recipient of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards. Connect with Lance A. Slatton - "The Senior Care Influencer": Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/ To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites.
Dementia and the Arts on Alzheimer's Speaks with Artist Wally Cox Today on Alzheimer's Speaks our cohosts Lori La Bey and Mary Crescenzo chat with artist Wally Cox. Wally shares his diagnosis, and how art brings him comfort and joy while adding value to his life and others. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/ipKqvQrtaE4?si=Ah7fyjm5Dx7jPtKm Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-and-the-arts-on-alzheimers-speaks-with/id986940432?i=1000697718587 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/5UKB80KqQXIvZ5DYbxXD7B Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/3/4/dementia-and-the-arts-on-alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-with-artist-wally-cox About Dementia and the Arts Dementia and the Arts™ educational videos were formed to lift the voices of people living with dementia while raising awareness of their abilities. We discuss the when's and why's of how they got involved with art, along with what they get out of creating it, and other people's reactions to it. Individuals share the techniques they use, how they adapt as the disease progresses, and how their emotions are expressed through their work. Busting Dementia Stigmas By Highlighting Possibilities We know Dementia and the Arts know no boundaries and feel it's important to be inclusive of all people no matter what form of dementia they are living with. We work hard to accommodate time zone differences around the world so we don't exclude people due to their location. Contact Information You can reach Wally Cox via FaceBook or ask Lori La Bey to relay a message to him. Reach out to Dementia and the Arts via Alzheimer's Speaks at https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-educational-resources-form/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Stefano Sinicropi a highly accomplished board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon who has performed over 9000 spinal surgeries since 2006. He is the President and CEO of Midwest Spine. Dr. Sinicropi has been a founding partner of several other successful medical ventures as well as others outside the medical field. Recently, Dr. Stefano Sinicropi developed Hypercharge™️ Performance and Recovery Clinics. These are leading-edge health and wellness clinics set to launch in Minnesota, Arizona, and New York, with ambitious plans to expand nationally within the next three years. The HyperCharge™ Clinics offer a comprehensive range of services designed to optimize physical, mental, and emotional well-being, utilizing the latest advancements in health and wellness technology. With a focus on personalized care and holistic approaches, these clinics are poised to revolutionize health care, further solidifying Dr. Sinicropi’s reputation as a forward-thinking leader and visionary in both the medical and business worlds. Dr. Sinicropi also has the podcast Wellness at the Speed of Light and a radio show on AM950 called Recharging the Human Battery. Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/iyI643FhtP8?si=gQ5yRDd5oEJLe3rW https://youtu.be/iyI643FhtP8?si=T_QtvLF6baJETEtR https://youtu.be/iyI643FhtP8 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/2/13/exploring-alternative-therapies-to-improve-health-and-wellness Contact Dr. Stefano Sinicropi Website http://hyperchargeclinic.com Locations in Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Edina, and Woodbury Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HyperChargeClinic/?_rdr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hyperchargeclinic/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@hyperchargeclinic Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hyperchargeclinic X/Twitter https://x.com/hypercharge_mn Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Co-Creating Caregiver Success Lori La Bey talks with Mary Farquhar who has named herself the CEO of her husband Roger’s care since October 2018. She is a member of Lori La Bey’s Caregiver Connect Support group, where she openly shares critical insights and resources with our members. She is a valued member and leads by example, teaching others they know more than they think. Mary kindly and compassionately supports and encourages them to share empowering them and giving purpose. In addition, Paula Forte also joins us. She is a Registered Nurse with over 45 years of experience in nursing. With bedside experience ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, her clinical practice has included primary care, acute care, long-term care, and tertiary care settings. Her roles have spanned hospital administration, staff education and leadership development. She has a BSN & MSN in Nursing and a PhD in Adult Education & Organizational Development. Her training as a Health & Wellness Coach was done at the University of Minnesota and she is nationally certified with the credentials, NBC-HWC. Learn: From the actual experiences of two family dementia caregivers Strategies from a Health and Wellness Coach Hear about Resources available to you Spark Giving Voice Choir Connecting Voice Chorus Circle Keepers Paula's book – Self Care Strategies for Family Caregivers How to Become A Giver Of Hope Watch the Video Interview Below https://www.youtube.com/@AlzheimersSpeaks Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/co-creating-caregiver-success/id986940432?i=1000689995739 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4wZ1QdmVXviJY0zupBEAn0 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-caregivers-creating-a-successful-life/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/ Contact Paula Forte Email Website https://cocreate4life.com/ Facebook Co-Create 4 Life Contact Mary Farquhar LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/mary-farquhar-074a0b49 Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Ageism & Outcomes" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton with an All-Star panel. About Brittany Lamb, MD: Dr. Brittany Lamb has been practicing in the ER since 2014. She sees the overwhelm and stress that goes with decision-makers' need to speak for someone they care about. Recognizing the unique challenges that come with medical decisions for people living with dementia, she decided to share her expertise beyond the walls of the hospital. In 2021 she came online to empower medical decision makers with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed choices through free and paid resources. Dr. Lamb lives and works in Northern Virginia. Her time is spent flipping between the ER at night and her online and hospice work during the day. Down-time goes to spending quality time with friends, family, and her husband. About David McNally: David McNally is the author of EVEN EAGLES NEED A PUSH-Learning to Soar in a Changing World, one of the most successful personal growth books ever published. David is a member of the Speakers Hall of Fame, and the producer of the award-winning documentary, THE POWER OF PURPOSE. David has five children and has been married twice. His first wife, Jo, died in 2003 from ovarian cancer and his second wife, Cheryl, passed away from Alzheimer's in 2023. About Kristine Sundberg: Kristine Sundberg is the Executive Director of Elder Voice Advocates (EVA), an advocacy non-profit organization. As an award-winning, former executive and corporate officer of Fortune 100 and entrepreneurial companies, she brings experience in management, communications, and public affairs. A personal tragedy with her father in long-term care drove her to work with other victims to form the non-profit organization, Elder Voice Advocates in 2017. About Jeanette Leardi: Jeanette Leardi is a social gerontologist, community educator, writer, public speaker, and aging wellness leader who changes people's perceptions about older adults and the aging process. She is known for her engaging in-person and virtual presentations, workshops, and classes to people of all ages, as well as for her articles in national publications and appearances on national broadcasts. About Dr. Anne Kenny: Dr. Kenny has two books published in 2024. One is co-authored with Teresa Webb, a woman living with and advocate for Frontotemporal Dementia. The book, Your True North: A Guided Journal for Those Living with Cognitive Loss or Dementia is about Legacy, Love and Wishes for the End of a Life Well-lived.
People living with dementia are targets of social media abuse in nursing homes Lori La Bey talks with Eilon Caspi a Gerontologist and dementia behavior specialist. He has worked in the aging field for 30 years starting as a nurse aide in a nursing home where his grandfather lived. Since then, he worked as a social worker, educator, consultant, author, applied researcher, and care advocate in long-term care homes. Over the past 18 years, he has led several studies to improve understanding and the prevention of various forms of elder mistreatment in nursing homes and assisted living residences. Learn: Define social media Abuse Examples of social media abuse Preventative techniques to avoid social media abuse from occurring Zero tolerance Consequences for those engaging in social media abuse Raise awareness of social media abuse to all staff, families, volunteers, residents… Implement sensitivity training on this topic Develop a code of conduct Awareness of consequences for the perpetrators and victims Policies regarding smartphones and other types of camera equipment Policy on when a picture or video can be taken of a resident, along with where it can go… file, family, marketing materials Immediately and thoroughly conduct an investigation into any situation brought to the community's attention and ensure that their reporting process is known and followed by staff. All investigations are to be reported. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/22LS7Jw9IG4 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/people-living-with-dementia-are-targets-of-social/id986940432?i=1000685568819 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6rGmSzRrLCGax4a5Xfkg1l Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/1/27/people-living-with-dementia-are-targets-of-social-media-abuse-in-nursing-homes Contact Eilon Caspi Email eiloncaspi@gmail.com Website Dementia Behavior Consulting LLC https://dementiabehaviorconsulting.com Blog Post on McKnight's Long-Term Care News: What nursing homes can do to prevent staff misuse of social media https://www.mcknights.com/blogs/guest-columns/what-nursing-homes-can-do-to-prevent-staff-misuse-of-social-media/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Joy Poskozim DDS the Founder of Joyful Dental Care. She even does house calls! Joy is also an amazing advocate and presenter. As a Geriatric House Call Dentist for over 15 years, Dr. Joy Poskozim speaks to Long-term Care Facility Administrators, Nursing Staff, Caregivers, and loved ones on the importance of oral health care as we age. Her goal is to share as much dental information as possible, making it easier to communicate to traveling dentists about residents' oral health problems. Learn: How to brush teeth The tell, show, do method Where is the best place to brush their teeth Set a routine of how to brush their teeth Eye contact Face them Upper right Lower right Upper left Lower left Go with your loved one to the Dentist Great Products Biotene – Over the Counter Toothpaste Mouthwash Gel 3D Pro Brush https://3dprobrush.com/ Scan for dentures in case lost Find a Dentist – Special Care Dentistry Association https://www.scdaonline.org/ Watch the Interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/1QWKcrpnQv0?si=rMe6bAi6Hbnqw2O5 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-dental-care-dentists-coming-to-homes-to-provide/id986940432?i=1000684813644 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7hQbK8Q9Nj4lLeR1PYBvc5 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-and-dental-care/ Contact Dr Joy Poskozim DDS Website https://joyposkozimdds.com Phone 312 498 2209 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyposkozimdds Instagram https://www.instagram.com/joyposkozimdds Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/jvpdent Contact Joyful Dental Care Website joyfuldentalcare.com Phone 7737367767 4116 W. Peterson, Chicago IL 60646 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/JoyfulDentalCare Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Holiday Realities, Now What?" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton with guest, John Sweeney. About John Sweeney: John Sweeney is an active and savvy 95-year-old retired John Deere dealer. He was married for 71 years and lost his wife Virginia to dementia. John is very social and is known for his technology skills and his tenacity to correct injustice by leveraging his business acumen. Contact John Sweeney: Email: jrsvhs70@gmail.com Phone: 612-810-2161 About Lori La Bey: Lori La Bey is the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks and is co-founder of Dementia Map global resource directory and the co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Lori's mother who lived with dementia for 30 years. Her goal has always been to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. She offers a variety of free resources to educate, empower, connect, and decrease stigmas; helping families and professionals live graciously alongside dementia. Lori is an international speaker known for her multiple platforms and training programs. Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/ About Lance A. Slatton - known as "The Senior Care Influencer"": Known as “The Senior Care Influencer” Lance is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry. Lance A. Slatton is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. He is also host of the award winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters and Co-Host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L with Lori La Bey along with The Care Advocates and The Caregiver's Journal. Lance's book, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" was the recent recipient of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/ To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Seniors and the Holidays" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton. Lori La Bey: Lori La Bey is the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks and is co-founder of Dementia Map global resource directory and the co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Lori's mother who lived with dementia for 30 years. Her goal has always been to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. She offers a variety of free resources to educate, empower, connect, and decrease stigmas; helping families and professionals live graciously alongside dementia. Lori is an international speaker known for her multiple platforms and training programs. Conscious Caregiving with L & L with Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey "Seniors and the Holidays" Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/ Lance A. Slatton - known as "The Senior Care Influencer"": Known as “The Senior Care Influencer” Lance is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry. Lance A. Slatton is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. He is also host of the award winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters and Co-Host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L with Lori La Bey along with The Care Advocates and The Caregiver's Journal. Lance's book, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" was the recent recipient of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com
Today on Alzheimer's Speaks Open Mic, Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Nancy Berley who works for Tembo Health. She is an experienced General Practitioner who specializes in dementia and works with our families in the GUIDE program, a new CMS program that just rolled out in July 2024, to support families caring for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. Learn what the GUIDE program has to offer and if you will qualify for their support. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR TEMBO HEALTH Website: https://www.Tembo.Health Email: Hello@Tembo.Health Phone: 929-998-3626 Youtube Video https://youtu.be/AAXzlC2YK0o Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-guide-program-for-dementia-on-alzheimers-speaks/ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-guide-program-for-dementia-on-alzheimers-speaks/id986940432?i=1000680745364 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/14kkXKDLazhKVfULLoKEFk Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/12/17/share-your-story-service-product-or-tool-on-alzheimer-8217-s-speaks-open-mic CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ALZHEIMER'S SPEAKS & DEMENTIA MAP Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com Contact Alzheimer's Speaks: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/Contact Website: https://dementiamap.com Contact Dementia Map: https://dementiamap.com/contact Future OPEN MIC shows are: Jan. 21st, 2025 Feb.18th, 2025 Mar. 18th, 2025 April 15th, 2025 May 20th, 2025 June 17th, 2025 July 15th, 2025 Aug. 19th, 2025 Sept. 16th, 2025 Oct. 21st, 2025 Nov. 18th, 2025 Dec. 16th, 2025 Contact us to be on the show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ContactSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lori La Bey talks with Kristyn Rupp is the Music for Life Manager at MacPhail Center for Music. Connecting Voices is a choir designed for those living with dementia and their care partners. This choir is part of the MacPhail Music for Life program specifically designed for adults 55+. Learn: 1. What MacPhail Center for Music offers 2. About Macphail's dementia chorus 3. How community partners are making a difference 4. Who can participate in the chorus 5. Find out how to get financial assistance for Connecting Voices 6. Opportunities to volunteer 7. To explore a new way to find purpose, passion, and engagement Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/DloN-YdrmBQ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/connecting-voice-connecting-people-through-music/id986940432?i=1000677846577 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/0MoYGxB3Fl6gUeoUjf8cmi Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/connecting-voice-connecting-people-through-music/ Dementia Map https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/11/21/connecting-voice-connecting-people-through-music Contact Information For Kristyn Rupp & The MacPhail Center for Music Email Website – www.macphail.org Phone 612-321-0100 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/macphailmusic Instagram – @macphailmusic Twitter – macphailmusic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/macphail-center-for-music YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MacPhailMusic Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Dementia & Denial" featuring hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton. Lori La Bey: Lori La Bey is the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks and is co-founder of Dementia Map global resource directory and the co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Lori's mother who lived with dementia for 30 years. Her goal has always been to shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. She offers a variety of free resources to educate, empower, connect, and decrease stigmas; helping families and professionals live graciously alongside dementia. Lori is an international speaker known for her multiple platforms and training programs. Lance A. Slatton - known as "The Senior Care Influencer"": Known as “The Senior Care Influencer” Lance is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry. Lance A. Slatton is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. He is also host of the award winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters and Co-Host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L with Lori La Bey along with The Care Advocates and The Caregiver's Journal. Lance's book, "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" was the recent recipient of the 2024 International Impact Book Awards.
Lori La Bey talks with the Executive Director of Maudes Awards and a couple of the 2024 Maude's Awards winners! Joining me is Marilyn Raichle is the Executive Director of Maude's Awards, which was created to reward innovations that enrich the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias as well as their care partners. The 2024 Annual Award recipients have just been announced. Arlieta Hall was a caregiver for her father who lived with Alzheimer's disease. She used improv and stand-up comedy to communicate with him and took videos of their everyday life which ultimately led to the creation of a documentary: “Finding Your Laughter.” Roxana Delgado is a Professor and Director of the Caring for the Caregiver program of the School of Nursing at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Questions – We are going to talk with a couple of the winners of the 5th Year of Maude's Awards 1) Have you been touched by Dementia in your own family or circle of friends? 2. Marilyn – you've just announced the 2024 awards - - was it a tough decision and how many entries were received this year? 3. Marilyn - being the 5th year – what are the takeaways you have learned from previous years and this year? 4. Arlieta – Tell us about how you discovered that humor worked well for your father's care and how others could apply humor in their caring journey? 5. Roxana -Tell us how the Caring for the Caregiver Program (C4CP) came to be and how caregivers benefit from this? Learn: 1. About Maude's Awards - Who can apply, what they might win, and how and when you can apply! 2. Find out about Arlieta Hall, use of humor with dementia and how it's changing lives 3. About the work Roxana Delgado, PhD is doing at the University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio - Caring for the Caregiver Program (C4CP) came to be and how caregivers benefit from this. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/BMg2PWeebXk Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Information Maudes Awards www.maudesawards.org Arlieta Hall Website www.findingyourlaughter.com Website https://arlietahall.com Roxana Delgado, PhD - University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio Website https://utcaregivers.org Website www.uthscsa.edu Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to *Wellness at the Speed of Light*! In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome a true trailblazer in the world of dementia care, Lori La Bey. Lori is the founder of *Alzheimer's Speaks*, an influential platform that has transformed the way we think about and address dementia. Through her personal experience with her mother, who lived with dementia for 30 years, Lori has become a powerful advocate for patients, caregivers, and professionals alike. Her mission is to shift dementia care from a crisis-focused approach to one of comfort, empathy, and inclusion. Lori has received numerous accolades for her work, including recognition from Oprah Winfrey as a "Health Hero & Alzheimer's Empath" and Maria Shriver, who named her an "Architect of Change for Humanity." She has been named the "#1 Influencer Online for Alzheimer's Disease" by Sharecare, and AARP Minnesota listed her as one of their "50 Over 50" inspiring leaders. Beyond *Alzheimer's Speaks*, Lori is the co-founder of *Dementia Map*, a global resource directory designed to make it easier for caregivers and healthcare professionals to find the tools, products, and services they need. Recently, she authored the widely acclaimed book *Betty the Bald Chicken – Lessons in How to Care*, a story that not only speaks to the dementia journey but also touches on broader themes of acceptance, resilience, and compassion. Lori's work empowers families, care partners, and professionals to live graciously alongside dementia while advocating for the voices of those diagnosed. We're excited to dive into her experiences, insights, and the transformative work she's doing to create a more compassionate world for those living with dementia. Be sure to subscribe for more groundbreaking conversations that help you recharge your life!
Lori La Bey talks with Marty Agather the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Embrace Prevention Care. In this role, he is responsible for leading the efforts of the company to connect with older adult patients, their caregivers, physicians, and other healthcare providers and payors. Embrace Prevention Care is a healthcare company that helps complex older adult patients take action to reduce their risk of hospitalizations. This keeps them independent and allows them to continue to do what matters most to them. Learn: What is the GUIDE program for dementia? What is the current environment for dementia care? What are the goals of the program and who will it serve? Will all providers offer the GUIDE program for dementia? How does Guide work? Who is eligible for the program? Are care partners served through the GUIDE program too? How do you sign up for Guide? Contact Embrace Prevention Care On The Guide Dementia Care Website https://embracepreventioncare.com/dementia-care/ Email Phone 302-329-8452 Guide Dementia Program Information https://www.cms.gov/search/cms?keys=guide Frequently Asked Questions About Guide https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/guide/faqs List of Guide Providers https://www.cms.gov/blog/guiding-improved-dementia-experience-clearing-path-comprehensive-high-quality-dementia-care Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is "Nutrition & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Dr. Helena Popovic MBBS (Australian equivalent of MD) Company - Outwitting Alzheimer's: Dr. Helena Popovic MD is a leading authority on improving brain function, an Australian family physician, and 10-year care-partner for her father who had mixed Alzheimer's and vascular dementia. She has written two best-selling books about their adventure with dementia, and she teaches health professionals, people living with dementia, and members of the public how to stay as sharp at age 90 as they were at age 30. Her philosophy is that education is more powerful than medication, and she believes in growing bolder rather than older. Kerry Mills Rutland, Founder, Health Coach, Advocate at Age Well Simply, LLC: Kerry Mills Rutland, MPA, is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) with nearly 20 years of experience in dementia care. A specialist in the Bredesen Protocol, she focuses on preventing and reversing cognitive decline through personalized care. Kerry's expertise has led to appearances on major platforms like PBS's The News Hour with Paul Solman and CBS alongside Dr. Max Gomez, where she has shared her insights on dementia care. Her extensive background includes leadership roles in Alzheimer's care, founding Engaging Alzheimer's LLC, and contributing to groundbreaking research with the Brain Health & Research Institute. In 2021, Kerry launched Age Well Simply to integrate lifestyle medicine into cognitive health. She has authored award-winning books and continues to be a passionate advocate for transforming dementia care through education, training, and innovative strategies. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L.
Practical Tips and Candid Conversations for Alzheimer's and Dementia Family Caregivers Today we will learn about “The Caregiver's Journey is an innovative and refreshing way to learn how to tackle day-to-day dementia family caregiving challenges with strength, patience, and peace of mind. Using practical tips and candid conversations, Lori La Bey talks with Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster to help you navigate caregiving's ups and downs, so you move from feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and sometimes frightened - to confident, balanced, and supported.” Learn: Sue and Nancy's multiple personal journeys with dementia. Get practical tips Hear candid conversations About Sue and Nancy's podcast and blog About Sue's book - Our Journey of Love, 5 Steps to Navigate Your Caregiving Journey The Caregivers Journey Course – short audio, video, and print The Caregiver's primer Understanding ourselves in a meaningful way. – dealing with stress. The messy middle The grace of grief Moving forward Caregiver selfcare Nancy Treaster is a retired software industry veteran, who spent her last 16 years as General Manager of Strategic Operations at Verint Systems. A respected industry speaker, she balanced her career with caregiving responsibilities for family members with dementia. Recognizing the lack of practical resources for dementia caregivers, Nancy co-founded The Caregiver's Journey with her friend Sue Ryan. As a Certified Caregiving Consultant, Nancy now dedicates herself to supporting caregivers, drawing on her business expertise and personal experiences. Sue Ryan is a change strategist, speaker, author, and executive coach who empowers leaders and caregivers to maximize their potential. With more than 40 years in enterprise software sales, while navigating a variety of roles of family caregiving support, she guides family caregivers to become confident, balanced, and supported on their caregiving journey. She guides businesses to navigate the global crisis of family caregiving in business so both business and their valued working caregivers thrive. She's authored/co-authored five bestsellers, created an award-winning online course for caregivers, is a certified hospice volunteer and caregiver advocate. Sue is a professional speaker including, TEDx, DisruptHR, and Vistage International. Watch the Video Interview https://youtu.be/-7Pjuocz8MI Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-tips-and-candid-conversations-for/id986940432?i=1000666275738 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hCmuDKurS2N1rBiL26rRb Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/practical-tips-and-candid-conversations-for-alzheimers-and-dementia-family-caregivers/ Dementia Map Global Resource Directory https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/8/15/practical-tips-and-candid-conversations-for-alzheimer-apos-s-and-dementia-family-caregivers Contact Information Website https://thecaregiversjourney.com/ Website https://sueryan.solutions/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TheCaregiversJourneys/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecaregiversjourney/ Sue's Email Sue@thecaregiversjourney.com Nancy's Email Nancy@thecaregiversjourney.com Sue Ryan's first book, Our Journey of Love, 5 Steps to Navigate Your Caregiving Journey Sue is a contributing Author of The Caregiver's Advocate: A Complete Guide to Support and Resources whose primary Author is Debbie DeMoss Compton The Caregiver's Advocate Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN MIC on Alzheimer's Speaks - Resources, Training, & Insight Today our host Lori La Bey talks with Denise Calhoun is an author and founder of Calhoun Communications and Communicare Connections. Marilyn Raichle is an author and Executive Director of Maude's Awards. Ken Whalen whose Mother lived with dementia and changed his life. He and his brothers created the Linda Kay Monroe Whelan Memorial Education Scholarship to honor his mom. Teresa Carter the founder of Forget Me Not Associates in Dementia Knowledge. I think you will find our conversation with Denise Calhoun, Marilyn Raichle, Ken Whelan, and Teresa Carter interesting as we explore services, products, care culture, needs, and positive outcomes. Contact Denise Calhoun Calhoun Communications https://calhouncommunications.net/about Communicare Connections https://communicareconnection.org/ Book - Changing Seasons: A Language Arts Curriculum for Healthy AgingPurdue https://www.press.purdue.edu/ Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Changing-Seasons-Language-Curriculum-Healthy-ebook/dp/B0BG2MMHQ2?ref_=ast_author_dp Marilyn RaichleBook Don't' Walk AwayBook Website https://dontwalkaway.net/ Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCBMQNDB Email marilyn@maudesawards.org Ken Whalen Linda Kay Monroe Whelan Memorial Education Scholarship: https://bold.org/funds/linda-kay-monroe-whelan-memorial-scholarship-fund/ Teresa Carter Forget Me Not Associates https://forgetmenotassociates.com/ We do OPEN MIC monthly and you're invited! Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer's Speaks Open Mic Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time. We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites! So, we invite you to call in and tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia. 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. Be a Guest! https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/open-mic-on-alzheimers-speaks-resources-training-insight/id986940432?i=1000665976038 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1O8uPYTqsNFXPdOyBWXro0 Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs Website – https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ YouTube https://youtu.be/RfzPaimIlLI Dementia Map https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/8/20/open-mic-on-alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-resources-training-insightSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't Walk Away, A Care Partner's Journey Lori La Bey talks with Marilyn Raichle is the Executive Director of Maude's Awards for innovation in Alzheimer's Care. In 2009 she became a caregiver for her mother Jean, and together they navigated a fulfilling life with dementia. She is also the author of the book, Don't Walk Away, A Care Partners' Journey. Learn: What does Don't Walk Away Refer to? How did paying attention to her mother humming make a difference in Marilyn's caring journey. Capturing Legacy Ask questions, but make sure to wait for their answers. How caregivers will benefit from Marilyn's book. The importance of art as a form of communication. Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/JJ3RurdRr9s Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Contact Marilyn Raichle Website http://dontwalkaway.net LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynraichle Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Dont-Walk-Away-Partners-Journey/dp/B0CVDMYFQQ Maude's Awards https://maudesawards.org Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How To Care For Yourself While Caring For Someone Else #Selfcare #StressFactors #EmotionalEating This conversation will give you many tips when caring for another and will also dive into emotional eating what it is, and how to control it. What's your favorite comfort food? We bet by asking yourself that question alone, you are already thinking about that phrase in a different light. Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Helena Popovic MD and they discuss how caring for someone can cause people to put on extra pounds due to the additional stressors people are dealing with. They will explore Dr Popovic's new book, NeuroSlimming — Let Your Brain Change Your Body. Dr. Helena Popovic MD an Australian family physician and 10-year care partner for her father who had both Alzheimer's and vascular dementia. She has written two best-selling books about their adventure with dementia, and she teaches health professionals, people living with dementia, and their families about brain health and dementia prevention. Dr. Popovic graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia, and her philosophy is that education is more powerful than medication. She believes that anyone can boost their brain and grow bolder rather than older. Learn: 80% of stress management is self-management Stress management starts before stress strikes Don't believe everything you think! 10 steps to reduce or eliminate stress Understanding emotional eating Knowing the whys and hows of your eating patterns The verbiage we use matters! Empowering yourself Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/lc72_hEZk3s Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map Event https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/7/18/how-to-care-for-yourself-while-caring-for-someone-else Visit and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/how-to-care-for-yourself-while-caring-for-someone-else/ Contact Dr. Helena Popovic Websites https://drhelenapopovic.com/ https://adventurepreventsdementia.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/helena.popovic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/get_healthy_with_dr_helena/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/WinningatSlimming LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drhelenapopovic/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All Home Care Matters host, Lance A. Slatton speaks with Marianne Sciucco & Christy Byrne Yates from AlzAuthors about his book "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" and the motivation behind the book. About the Book: At the heart of every family is the profound bond shared with our aging parents, a bond that becomes both clearer and more delicate as the sunset of their lives approaches. "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide" is a beacon of wisdom, meant to guide you through the complexities and emotional tides of becoming a caregiver. This pivotal guide is your ally, from witnessing the early signs of your parents needing assistance to managing the crescendo of their medical and emotional needs. About Lance A. Slatton: Lance A. Slatton is a dedicated Writer, Author, Influencer, and seasoned Healthcare professional with a rich background spanning over 20 years in the healthcare industry. As a beacon of knowledge and support in the realm of senior care, Lance's journey is not just a career but a calling to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families, caregivers, and their loved ones as they navigate the complexities of long-term care. Lance's passion for helping others was the guiding light that led him to become a Senior Case Manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services, where he has been instrumental in providing care and support to those in need. His dedication to the field extends beyond his day job, as Lance has taken his commitment to a global audience through his award-winning podcast and YouTube channel, All Home Care Matters, as well as co-hosting The Caregivers Journal with Cindy and Christina of AECorner, as well as Conscious Caregiving with L&L alongside Lori La Bey. Beyond the accolades, Lance's work is fueled by a genuine desire to empower individuals and families facing long-term care challenges. He leverages his platform to share crucial information, resources, and support, ensuring no one feels alone in their journey. His involvement with the Board of Directors for a senior center in Monroe County, Michigan, further illustrates his commitment to community engagement and support at the grassroots level. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com
Impressions on the 2024 Alzheimer's Disease International Conference Lori La Bey talks with Mary Crescenzo about her impressions of the Alzheimer's Disease International conference which was held early this year in Poland. Learn: About the organization Alzheimer's Disease International. Who the audience and speakers were, along with where they traveled from. How other countries like Japan, France, Kenya, and Hong Kong have implemented plans to improve dementia for those diagnosed and their families. What Mary Crescenzo was surprised to learn about. About organizations supporting our youth around the world who are caring for someone with dementia. What the doctors were saying about diagnosing someone with a form of dementia. Where the next ADI conference will be and how you can get involved. Mary is a recipient of the Maude's Award for Innovations in Alzheimer's Care, a pioneer in arts engagement for those with dementia and their caregivers. She is the author of The Planet Alzheimer's Guide: 8 Ways the Arts Can Transform the Life of Your Loved One and Your Own and the playwright of Planet A, about the inner world of Alzheimer's. Mary is the Founder of Care Through the Arts℠; a public speaker; an educator; the designer and facilitator of "Self-Care for Caregivers Through Creative Writing: Respite, Relaxation, Rejuvenation and Revelation”. She is an arts strategist, practitioner, and arts advocate for older adults and caregivers. Mary also cohosts Dementia and the Arts with Lori La Bey, which highlights the artwork of people living with dementia. Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/impressions-on-the-2024-alzheimers-disease/id986940432?i=1000663766055 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uIDhJwDxeBKy1g6SIxYq3https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uIDhJwDxeBKy1g6SIxYq3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Visit Alzheimer's Disease International's Website https://www.alzint.org/ Contact Mary Crescenzo Website https://www.marycrescenzo.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/authormarycrescenzo/ Dementia Map https://www.dementiamap.com/directory/#!biz/id/60da036ab27b2461297011fd Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OPEN MIC on Alzheimer's Speaks - Dementia Friendly Churches, Resources, Training, & Insight 7/23/24 Today our host Lori La Bey talks with Pastor Jeanette Bass Jordan founder of Dementia Dignified Academy and Lance A. Slatton known as the Senior Care Influencer. I think you will find our conversation interesting as we explore services, products, care culture, needs, and positive outcomes. Contact Pastor Jeanette Jordan Website www.DementiaDA.org Email Dignified@DementiaDA.org Contact Lance A. Slatton Website Lance A. Slatton https://Lanceaslatton.com Website All Home Care Matters https://allhomecarematters.com We do OPEN MIC monthly and you're invited! Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer's Speaks Open Mic Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time. We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites! So, we invite you to call in and tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia. 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. Be a Guest! https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/ Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Pod Links https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Lori La Bey with Alzheimer's Speaks Website – https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs through www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SPECIAL PROGRAM ALERT - DEMENTIA AND THE ARTS on Alzheimer's Speaks Artist, Mark Timmons joins Dementia and the Arts host Lori La Bey and Mary Crescenzo. On today's show, Mark shares a sampling of his photography as well as some of his prose. In fact, in some pieces, he combines them! Mark shares his techniques, what sparks his interests and why, along with the feelings each projects. As usual, Mary and Lori chime in with their thoughts and how each piece affects them. Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/0VelRThLSx0 Dementia Map https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/7/20/featured-artist-mark-timmons-on-dementia-and-the-arts Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/featured-artist-mark-timmons-on-dementia-and-the-arts/id986940432?i=1000662791149 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks Spotify Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/3aohmZI3yO5keyxOCJjG0U Other podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Mark Timmons Website http://www.marktimmonsphotography.com/ Email lcorso1968@gmail.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mark.timmons.313 We love partnering with all organizations that support those living with dementia by encouraging and empowering them to get creative. Visit the Dementia and the Arts Website https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-and-the-arts/ Contact Dementia and the Arts https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-educational-resources-form/ Dementia and the Arts - Busting Stigmas by Highlighting Possibilities Dementia and the Arts™ educational videos were developed to lift the voices of people living with dementia while raising awareness of their abilities. We discuss the when's and why's of how they got involved with art, along with what they get out of creating it, and other people's reactions to it. Individuals share the techniques they use, how they adapt as the disease progresses, and how their emotions are expressed through their work. Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder All levels of artwork and all forms of art are welcome. Here is a brief list of types of art: painting, coloring, woodworking, photography, dance, song, music, poetry... and more. Contact Us If You Are Interested In Joining Us! https://alzheimersspeaks.com/free-educational-resources-form/ 2024 Recording Dates will be on the 1st Wednesday of the Month. If this doesn't work for you, we will try to accommodate a date that will. Prerecord Airs Aug 7th Aug 21st Sept 4th Sept 18th Oct 2nd Oct 16th Nov 6th Nov 20th Dec 4th Dec 18th Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stigma Living with Dementia on Dementia Chats Today's conversation is all about stigma and living with dementia. Our experts living with dementia are Harry Urban, Karen Creekmoore, Cate Lau, Pam, Larue, Dr. Dale Anderson, Bob Savage, and Dr. Lonni Schicker. As usual, I think you will find great insights from those living with a form of dementia. Youtube https://youtu.be/0oQWfq9ABKM Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/stigma-living-with-dementia-on-dementia-chats/ Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stigma-living-with-dementia/id986940432?i=1000661482978 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/10y8lzwlNNK3UC8gedHK1E Dementia Map https://www.dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2024/7/11/stigma-living-with-dementia-on-dementia-chats Learn More About Dementia Chats™ Educational Panel Videos Raising Voices of Those Living with Dementia https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-educational-videos/ Would You Like To Be Part Of The Dementia Chats™ Video Panel? Dementia Chats™ was created in 2012, with the intention to educate people living with dementia, and their care partners including family, friends, professionals, and advocates. Dementia Chats™ positions our panelists to be the true experts. They are those diagnosed with some form of dementia. Our panelists vary from video to video depending on their personal schedules. New voices are always welcome to join us. Lori La Bey, the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks facilitates Dementia Chats. She learned how essential it was to listen to those diagnosed. Her own mother lived 30 years with dementia. Lori found people living with dementia had great insights and creative ideas for care. They show us how to be inclusive in new ways. Being a spokesperson for themselves and others living with dementia positions them as advocates, and many say it gives them a new sense of purpose and pride which allows them to continue to live a dignified and purpose-filled life. We Meet The 4th Tuesday of Each Month We Gather To Pick A Topic: 10:30am ET, 9:30am CT, 8:30am MT, 7:30am PT, 3:30pm London, 4:30pm SAST South Africa, and on the following day at 12:30pm AEST Australia We Start Recording Starts At: 11am ET, 10am CT, 9am MT, 8am PT, 4pm London 5:00pm SAST South Africa, and on the following day at 1:00pm AEST Australia Learn More About Dementia Chats Here: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-educational-videos/ Are You Interested In Joining The Dementia Chats™ Panel? Contact Lori La Bey at dementiachats@alzheimersspeaks.com Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CAN ADVENTURE PREVENT DEMENTIA? Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Helena Popovic MD is an Australian family physician and 10-year care partner for her father who had both Alzheimer's and vascular dementia. She has written two best-selling books about their adventure with dementia, and she teaches health professionals, people living with dementia, and their families about brain health and dementia prevention. Dr. Popovic graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia, and her philosophy is that education is more powerful than medication. She believes anyone can boost their brain and grow bolder rather than older. Learn: Laughter Box Gratitude Box Shifting from doom and gloom to joy, hope and connections 12 factors to be aware of: Head Injury Alcohol High blood pressure – sugar raises blood pressure too! Smoking Low education Depression Type 2 diabetes Obesity – our waistline is more important than our weight Social isolation/loneliness Hearing loss Physical activity/movement Sleep 6 ½ hrs per day minimum Gum disease – tooth decay Diet How Beliefs Affect Outcomes The negative effects of processed foods Breathwork Positive imagery Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/n-no8oB__AY Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/can-adventure-prevent-dementia/ Contact Dr. Helena Popovic Websites https://drhelenapopovic.com/ https://adventurepreventsdementia.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/helena.popovic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/get_healthy_with_dr_helena/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/WinningatSlimming LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drhelenapopovic/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hear Some Great Communication Tips From Those Living with Dementia and Why They Can Change and Are So Important. Today we have another amazing panel of experts living with dementia. sharing communication tips that work for them in different situations and as their disease progresses or changes. I know you will find Ginger Smith, Karen Creekmoore, Cate Lau, Laurie Scherrer, Truthful Loving Kindness, and Craig Hanke. Dementia Chats™ Educational Panel – Videos Raising Voices of Those Living with Dementia Would You Like To Be Part Of The Dementia Chats™ Video Panel? Dementia Chats™ was created in 2012, with the intention to educate people living with dementia, and their care partners including family, friends, professionals, and advocates. Dementia Chats™ positions our panelists to be the true experts. They are those diagnosed with some form of dementia. Our panelist vary from video to video depending on their personal schedules. New voices are always welcome to join us. Lori La Bey, the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks facilitates Dementia Chats. She learned how essential it was to listen to those diagnosed. Her own mother lived 30 years with dementia. Lori found people living with dementia had great insights and creative ideas for care. They show us how to be inclusive in new ways. Our Panelists become spokespersons for themselves and others living with dementia position them as advocates, and many say it gives them a new sense of purpose and pride which allows them to continue to live a dignified and purpose-filled life. We Meet The 4th Tuesday of Each Month We Gather To Pick A Topic: 10:30am ET, 9:30am CT, 8:30am MT, 7:30am PT, 3:30pm London, 4:30pm SAST South Africa, and on the following day at 12:30pm AEST Australia We Start Recording Starts At: 11am ET, 10am CT, 9am MT, 8am PT, 4pm London 5:00pm SAST South Africa, and on the following day at 1:00pm AEST Australia Learn More About Dementia Chats Here: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-educational-videos/ Are You Interested In Joining The Dementia Chats™ Panel? Contact Lori La Bey Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are you caring for a friend, family member, or loved one? Lori La Bey talks with Crystal Gallo, Co-Founder and CEO of Innerhive, who has over 15 years of experience leading product strategy and operations for high-growth technology companies. Having felt the impact of being a caregiver, she will discuss why there is no better time to address the burnout cycle and provide caregivers with the tools, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn: About daily strugglers of Caregivers How you can ask for help both for physical needs and your emotional needs as well. How to change the dialogue around caregiving. How to build empathy Best practices About community support groups Building a sense of community and collaborations Find tips and resources to support your journey Watch the Video Interview Below Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Innerhive Website https://www.innerhive.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helloinnerhive/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/helloinnerhive LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/innerhive/ Email Hello@InnerHive.com Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on "Mental Health & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Dr. Linda Ganzenmuller, Doctor of Psychology: Dr. Ganzenmuller is a Doctor of Psychology and president of Supportive Psychological Services of Long Island, where she has dedicated most of her career to focusing on Senior Citizens and their caregivers. She is the author of the Tiny Professors series of children's therapy books intended to help children and the adults in their families cope with life's most difficult challenges, which includes having a loved one with Alzheimer's; and Grief over the death of a loved one. She currently practices on Long Island, New York caring for adults of all ages, with the hopes of helping at each stage and teaching the generations to learn how to understand, support, and rely on one another through the years. Olivia Block, Registered Nurse in Minnesota: Olivia Block is a Registered Nurse in Minnesota. Most recently she has been practicing as Director of Nursing in an Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care community and part-time as a hospice nurse. Her heart is in working on helping seniors continue to feel valued and whole as they adapt to changes in their lives. Christina Keys, Owner and Founder of Keys for Caregiving: Christina Keys went from a career woman to a caregiver on March 16,2013. Her mother had a life-changing stroke and was given a 1% chance to live. Within 3 years of caregiving for her mother, she was financially, emotionally, mentally, and physically bankrupt. The doctors told Christina She would be lucky to live 6 months if that. Her body was literally shutting down from the stress of caregiving. She had a choice to make, figure out how to change her life while caring for her mother or give up and start making arrangements on how her mother would be cared for after her death. Christina chooses to live and not only change her life but now helps to change the lives of caregivers all across the US. Her mission is to make sure caregivers everywhere are seen, heard, valued, appreciated, and Never Alone, She founded and ran an award-winning local non-profit, and was the Director of Community Growth for a National company. She created and led a team of almost 200 Caregiving Champions in cities across the US. She is now a National Speaker and Advocate as well as the Founder and CEO of "Keys For Caregiving" Christina cared for her mother until she passed from 2013 to Dec 2022. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at: https://consciouscaregivingll.com To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: https://lanceaslatton.com/ Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com Connect with Lori La Bey: Official Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/
Tips on Connections and Living in Moment From Those Living with Dementia Today, Craig Hanke, Ginger Smith, Cate Lau Booth, Truthful Loving Kindness, and Wally Cox talk with Dementia Chats host Lori La Bey giving tips on how to live in the moment and build solid connections with people. I think you will find their insights very interesting and hopeful. Learn More About Dementia Chats™ Educational Panel Videos Raising Voices of Those Living with Dementia https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-educational-videos/ Would You Like To Be Part Of The Dementia Chats™ Video Panel? Dementia Chats™ was created in 2012, with the intention to educate people living with dementia, and their care partners including family, friends, professionals, and advocates. Dementia Chats™ positions our panelists to be the true experts. They are those diagnosed with some form of dementia. Our panelist vary from video to video depending on their personal schedules. New voices are always welcome to join us. Lori La Bey, the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks facilitates Dementia Chats. She learned how essential it was to listen to those diagnosed. Her own mother lived 30 years with dementia. Lori found people living with dementia had great insights and creative ideas for care. They show us how to be inclusive in new ways. Being a spokesperson for themselves and others living with dementia positions them as advocates, and many say it gives them a new sense of purpose and pride which allows them to continue to live a dignified and purpose-filled life. We Meet The 4th Tuesday of Each Month We Gather To Pick A Topic: 10:30am ET, 9:30am CT, 8:30am MT, 7:30am PT, 3:30pm London, 4:30pm SAST South Africa, and on the following day at 12:30pm AEST Australia We Start Recording Starts At: 11am ET, 10am CT, 9am MT, 8am PT, 4pm London 5:00pm SAST South Africa, and on the following day at 1:00pm AEST Australia Learn More About Dementia Chats Here: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-educational-videos/ Are You Interested In Joining The Dementia Chats™ Panel? Contact Lori La Bey at dementiachats@alzheimersspeaks.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on "Legalities & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Mary Farquhar - CEO of Roger Fisher's Care: Mary Farquhar started as a colleague to her husband, Roger Fisher when he was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment in October 2018. As Roger's disease progressed to Alzheimer's, Mary reluctantly promoted herself to CEO of Roger Fisher's Care. Attorney Ramsey Bahrawy: Attorney Ramsey Bahrawy has 43 years experience as an Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney. During that time he has advised countless clients (individuals and families) in both simple sophisticated estate planning strategies. He also advises families with special needs, whether children or adult, on estate planning matters. Attorney Bahrawy represents elders and caregivers to plan for future or, in some circumstances, an immediate need for institutional medical care. In this regard, Attorney Bahrawy assists elders in protecting assets in order to qualify for Medicaid, making or adjusting estate plans such as Wills, Trusts, and Advance Directives, administering estates, guardianship of elderly persons, and financial elder abuse. Attorney Bahrawy is a former member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Deborah Snyder – Care Partner for Her Husband and Aging & Disability Resource Center Specialist: Deborah Snyder is a Care Partner in her husband's care who is experiencing brain change with Behavioral variant Frontotemporal Dementia (BvFTD). He was diagnosed in 2019, and life changed. She is a Certified Independent Consultant with Positive Approach to Care, Teepa Snow, and has worked in the arena of senior care and aging resources since 2017. Deborah presently works for North Star Counsel on Aging as an Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Specialist. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey Co-Host and Produce Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Visit their website at: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/ To learn more about Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey you can visit their websites. Connect with Lance A. Slatton: Official Website: https://lanceaslatton.com/ Official Website for All Home Care Matters: https://www.allhomecarematters.com Connect with Lori La Bey Official Website: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ Official Dementia Map Website: https://www.dementiamap.com/
Heeeeeeee's back! And Don and I couldn't be happier! Our dear friend and “Senior Care Influencer”, Lance A. Slatton is not only a Writer, Author, and Healthcare professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry…he is a number one class act and all around nice guy! Oh, and he is also the busiest person I have ever met! I thought I was juggling. Nope. Apparently not. ;)In case you're not familiar with Lance, here's just little background on this Care Commander: Lance is a native of Michigan, and the Senior Case Manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services, a leading care provider. His ingenuity and fortitude led to the creation of All Home Care Matters, an informative podcast and YouTube show devoted to helping families, caregivers, and their loved ones navigate long-term care issues. All Home Care Matters was recently the recipient of the Silver Creator Award from Google & YouTube. Lance also produces and Co-Host's two additional shows (I know! What are we doing wrong!?): Conscious Caregiving with L & L, co-hosted by Lori La Bey and The Caregiver's Journal with Denise M. Brown.If that were not enough, he also writes a monthly column for McKnight's Home Care News, DailyCaring.com, and AgeBuzz.Recognizing Lance's contributions to the industry, he was named a “50 Under 50” honoree by the New York City Journal for 2023 and has been chosen as a Juror for the Academy of Interactive Visual Arts for 2023 and 2024.And because he apparently has so much spare time on his hands Lance has now authored a new book, “The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide”, a beacon of wisdom, meant to guide you through the complexities and emotional tides of becoming a caregiver. So, grab a cuppa tea or coffee and find out more about this new endeavor and everything else in the wild world of the inimitable Lance A. Slatton. And remember - Love is Powerful. Love is Contagious. And Love Conquers Alz.xoxo SusieSupport the Show.JOIN THE MOVEMENT FOR NURSING HOME REFORM BY SUPPORTING THE COMPLETION OF OUR DOCUMENTARY "NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE" BY MAKING A TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION THROUGH THE NATIONAL CONSUMER VOICE HERE or GO FUND ME Follow us on Twitter, FB, IG, & TiK Tok
What Does Incontinence, Sound, and Sleep Have In Common? Part 1 of 2 Lori La Bey talks with Deanna Vigliotta and the National Sales Manager for Seni and Jeff McSpadden is co-founder and CEO at Composure. Deanna has an extensive 30-year healthcare sales and sales management background. As the National Sales Manager of Seni, a premium brand of adult incontinence products. She and her Seni teammates are on a quest to shift the mindset in the USA from adult incontinence products being viewed as a disposable commodities to high-performing incontinence products being viewed as a critical component of the continuum of care. Jeff McSpadden is co-founder and CEO at Composure, an evidence-based, digital audio company that delivers original soundscapes for senior living communities to improve sleep and drive healthy outcomes for older adults living with dementia. As an entrepreneur, technologist, and lifelong musician, and composer, Jeff has dedicated himself to the pursuit of sound as a vital ingredient to human thriving. Prior to launching Composure, Jeff's 15-year career as a composer included writing and producing original music for film, television, and advertising with clients such as MGM, NBC, CBS, PBS, HBO, and AMC as well as brands ranging from Mercedes-Benz, Verizon, Progressive, Toshiba, and Ford. Jeff's career in music began in his hometown of Dallas, TX as a teenager playing trumpet in a range of idioms from jazz to classical to pop and world music. He moved to New York City to attend The New School for Social Research where he graduated with a Bachelor's in the Performing Arts. Jeff continues to live in NYC where he and his wife are raising their two teenage sons. Learn: About Seni and Composure and what products they offer and how they can help you care better. Find out how these two companies are collaborating to improve sleep. How incontinence can affect sleep and other areas of your health. How does our sleep affect other factors in our lives? Explore the importance of picking the correct incontinence product for the different times of day. Learn how sound can become medicine. What is a sonic environment and how can it affect your sleep? The difference between nice to have and need to have. Combining education with preventive methods can impact on our sleep outcomes for the better. What is a sound blanket? What's the difference between pink and white noise? Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/SXVrFGaDK1c Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Contact TZMO USA, Inc. (Seni Brand) Deanna Vigliotta, National Sales Manager Website: https://seni-usa.com/en_US Email: deanna.vigliotta@tzmousa.com Phone: 470-377-4942 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tzmo-usa-inc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeniCares, YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SeniUSACares Contact Composure Inc. Jeff McSpadden, Co-founder & CEO Website https://www.composure.care/ Email jeff@composure.care Composure LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/composure-inc Jeff's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-mcspadden/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/composureinc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/composure_inc Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lori La Bey talks with Nicole J. Smith who cares for her mother with Alzheimer's. She wrote a memoir/prescriptive book about the discovery, diagnosis, and devastating dynamic of dealing with the disease. Her book Diagnosis Dementia covers the legal, medical, financial, and emotional aspects of becoming a caregiver. Learn: The difference between Alzheimer's and other dementias. What to expect in Nicole's book “Diagnosis Dementia. Tips for long-distance caregivers. Understanding the why's behind the changes. Family dynamics. How to prioritize the most important things. How to Pace yourself to care. The film – Wine Women and Dementia Contact Nicole J. Smith Website www.njsmithbooks.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/utnicolesmith/ Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/utnicolesmith/ Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lori La Bey talks with Amit Shrivastava, is the co-founder and CEO of GoInstaCare. He is a serial entrepreneur who has successfully launched, scaled, and exited multiple ventures in both the Healthcare and Real Estate sectors. His mission is to use his skills and expertise to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Learn - What is GoInstaCare? Can GoInstaCare help me care better for my loved one? What is respite care? Does GoInstaCare speed up the process of securing staff to hire? Can the APP make things more affordable for families and how? What do staff currently working for Home Care agencies think about GoInstaCare? Is this for commercial use like senior living or home care agencies or just families looking to hire staff? Is GoInstaCare easy to use? Where is this APP available now and in the future? Watch the Video Podcast https://youtu.be/z9a-j0o2v6Q Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-instacare-find-excellent-care-instantly/id986940432?i=1000653578495 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zQ0bE72oRXbmpqWEo3QNp Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Information Website www.GoInstaCare.com Email mailto:Support@GoInstaCare.com Client App Link (To Hire Someone) GoInstaCare APP Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.goinstacare.client GoInstaCare App IOS https://apps.apple.com/us/app/goinstacare/id6448659417 Provider App Link (To Secure Work) Go Provider App Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.goinstacare.provider Go Provider App IOS https://apps.apple.com/us/app/go-instacare-caregiver/id6444498482 Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our Panel today consists of Craig Hanke, Ginger Smith, Harry Urban, Laurie Scherrer, Jennifer Bute, and Truthful Loving Kindness who are living with dementia. You will hear about when they got diagnosed, how their diagnosis changed over the years, and how they are living life well with a form of dementia. Some of our panelists have been living 15 to 20 plus years with dementia! Join us as we listen and learn from their lived experiences! Dementia Chats™ You can also watch the program on YouTube at https://youtu.be/ulSIssz8-W0?si=ubOoi7UsLEQ1cG1u Educational Panel – Videos Raising Voices of Those Living with Dementia Dementia Chats™ was created in 2012, to educate people living with dementia, and their care partners including family, friends, professionals, and advocates. Dementia Chats™ positions our panelists to be the true experts. They are those diagnosed with some form of dementia. Our panelists vary from program to program, depending on their schedules. New voices are always welcome to join us. Lori La Bey, the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks facilitates Dementia Chats. She learned how essential it was to listen to those diagnosed. Her mother lived for 30 years with dementia. Lori found that people living with dementia had great insights and creative ideas for care, and felt their voices needed to be lifted. Those diagnosed show us how to be inclusive in new ways. Our Panelists become spokespersons for themselves and others living with dementia positioning them as advocates, and many say it gives them a new sense of purpose and pride which allows them to continue to live a dignified and purpose-filled life. Learn More About Dementia Chats Here: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia... Are You Interested In Joining The Dementia Chats™ Panel? Contact Lori La Bey at dementiachats@alzheimersspeaks.com You can always go to our main website for more information https://alzheimersspeaks.com/ Or Visit Alzheimer's Speaks Radio at https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on "Staffing Issues for Senior Services" and features an All-Star Panel. Joel Prevost, CMO, Prevost Partners: Joel Prevost is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator and Licensed Health Services Executive with more than 20 years of experience in long-term care and aging services. He has a deep understanding and passion for our senior population. He has successfully led regions, campuses and communities including skilled nursing, assisted living, home care, hospice care, palliative care, transitional care, and adult day. Deb Nygaard, LALD, Dir. Of Development at Arthur's Senior Care: Deb Nygaard has worked with Arthur's Senior Care and the sister company ACR Homes for 35 years. She is currently responsible for admissions and outreach and is the Licensed Assisted Living Director. Deb does the dementia training for all new employees, as well as doing dementia training in the community, and most recently for employees of the Minneapolis / St. Paul airport with a team of volunteers from the Dementia Friendly Airports Working Group. Ron Bowen, Executive Director at The Pines at Hilton Head a WindRiver: Ron Bowen started his career in Healthcare in the late 1980's after graduating from college with a BA in Mass Communication/Business. He found his passion working with the Older Adult population specifically those afflicted with Alzheimer's/Dementia. Ron has a Master's in Human Development and Gerontology specializing in dementia. Ron's philosophy and success have been incorporating Aging Theories into our knowledge of Alzheimer's and other related dementias. Even though some diseases can change personality, the older adults he has dealt with have had a life time of being themselves. Knowing a persons' past personality, passions, triggers, and fears will better equip our caregivers to deal with behaviors and to gain trust with the individual we are serving. Conscious Caregiving with L & L is Co-Hosted by Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey.
25 Years of Supporting Families and Caregivers Our host, Lori La Bey talks with a wonderful panel about the Normandale Center for Healing & Wholeness who give us insights from various perspectives. We are lucky to have with us Jennifer Monroe, Executive Director, Becky Zinn-Caulfield, Caregiver Specialist, Leaf Erikson who is 93-years-old and who was recently diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's, along with Kennard Lehmann was diagnosed in 2010 with early-stage Alzheimer's disease and his wife and care partner Mary Margaret Lehmann. Kennard and Mary Margaret Lehmann Kennard Lehmann was diagnosed in 2010 with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Since then, he and his wife, Mary Margaret, have immersed themselves in the world of research, resources, and advocacy. They have participated in support groups and have spoken in front of the Senate Finance Committee regarding problems faced by patients living with chronic disease illnesses. Ken does weekly woodworking projects which are then donated to the Alzheimer's Association for auctions. Leaf Erikson Leaf Erikson is a 93-year-old devoted Christian and longtime member of Normandale Lutheran Church. She was recently diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer's. Becky Zinn-Caulfield Becky Zinn-Caulfield has over 20 years of experience in clinical social work, including case management, palliative care, and hospice, and is passionate about supporting older adults and their families. Becky has a master's degree in social work from the University of Denver and is trained in Caregiver coaching and consultation. Jennifer Monroe Jennifer has over 25 years of experience in prior leadership roles within the non-profit and public health sectors, including chief executive roles at philanthropic, ambulatory health care, and supportive service organizations. Jennifer is a trained yoga instructor and certified in multiple evidence-based modalities. Learn: What organizations were part of the original coalition supporting the Normandale Center? When did the Normandale Center for Healing and Wholeness become a nonprofit organization? What does the Normandale Center for Healing and Wholeness offer families dealing with dementia? How those living with dementia and their care partners have been helped by Normandale Center. How can the Normandale Center offer its services for free? What programs do they offer? Educational Family meetings Respite Care Support Groups Caregiver Assessments Training volunteers to help support their programs Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/4A39HHqytfc Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple or Spotify Podcast Contact information For Normandale Center Website https://www.normandalecenter.org Email info@NormandaleCenter.org Phone 952-929-1698 LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/normandale-center FaceBook www.facebook.com/NormandaleCenter Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com 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 news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on "Compassion, Kindness, & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Stephen G. Post, Ph.D. Post's most recent book is Dignity for Deeply Forgetful People: How Caregivers Can Meet the Challenges of Alzheimer's Disease (Johns Hopkins University Press, May 2022). His work on caregiver ethics and spirituality has been supported by grants from the NIH National Institute on Aging and the National Institute on Mental Health, as well as the Human Genome Institute. His writing and advocacy are recognized as the baseline for national ethics guidelines in dementia care in the United States, Canada and Japan, among others. Post's book The Moral Challenge of Alzheimer's Disease (Johns Hopkins University Press) was designated a “medical classic of the 20th century” by the British Medical Journal (2009), whose editors wrote, “Until this pioneering work was published in 1995 the ethical aspects of one of the most important illnesses of our aging populations were a neglected topic.” Post is recipient of the Alzheimer's Association national distinguished service award “in recognition of personal and professional outreach to the Alzheimer's Association Chapters on ethics issues important to people with Alzheimer's and their families.” Loretta Woodward Veney: Loretta Woodward Veney is an inspirational speaker and certified LEGO® Serious Play® facilitator who offers a wealth of information, encouragement, and humor to her audiences. Loretta is the author of Being My Mom's Mom, Refreshment for the Caregiver's Spirit, and Colors Flowing from My Mind. Kim Hamer: Kim is the author of "100 Acts of Love: A Girlfriend's Guide to Loving Your Friend Through Cancer or Loss," an invaluable must-have life guide offering practical tips to support employees or friends experiencing life's little “hiccups.” As a captivating speaker, Kim's stories empower audiences to navigate the complexities of life, fostering a culture of compassion and resilience in both personal and professional spheres. Cyndy Luzinski: Cyndy Hunt Luzinski is an advanced practice nurse with a nursing background which ranges from critical care to community case management. In honor of her dad who experienced dementia, she founded and serves as executive director of Dementia Together, a nonprofit organization in Northern Colorado which offers education, enrichment, and hope, while cultivating joy and building stronger connections for people living with dementia, their care partners, and the community. As the first SPECAL (pronounced “speckle”) practitioner in North America, Cyndy is leading the way to share the simple, positive, UK-originated SPECAL Method with anyone who wants to learn how to make living well with dementia the expectation, not the exception. Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey thank you for joining them for another episode of Conscious Caregiving with L & L where they are "Tackling the Tough Conversations" Visit Lori La Bey's Official Website: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com Visit Lance A. Slatton's Official Website: https://www.lanceaslatton.com Visit All Home Care Matters' Official Website: https://www.allhomecarematters.com
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on The Bureaucracy of Care & Seniors" and features an All-Star Panel. Amy D. Spring; Owner/Founder, Wise-Transitions: Amy Spring, the guiding force behind Wise-Transitions, is a physical therapist with a passion for improving the caregiving landscape. Her professional journey spans over 30 years in diverse healthcare leadership roles, including home care agencies, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities. A graduate of D'Youville College in Buffalo, NY, Amy's rich experience provides her with an invaluable understanding of the healthcare system's regulations, dynamics, and potential blind spots. Donna de Villiers - Dementia Prevention Consultant, Vivira Brain Health: Donna de Villiers is a Dementia Prevention Consultant. She helps daughters and granddaughters of people living with Dementia prevent the disease by balancing hormones, building beautiful brain health habits, and tweaking lifestyles. With two thirds of Dementia cases being women, it's time to really start digging into what we can do to reduce the risk factors of this disease! Donna started working in Health and Social Care here in the UK in 2007 and after many roles, and many qualifications. She built her business to help combat disease and give quality of life back to people. Longevity isn't fun without the quality of life to go with it. The mission of Vivira Brain Health is to help reduce the tripling figures of Dementia diagnosis, and support as many women as possible in their pursuit to live full, healthy, and happy lives. Malika Moore – Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder of Aging & Amazing®: Malika Moore, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, is an Aging Life Care Professional™ and also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the District of Columbia and Maryland. Ms. Moore founded Aging & Amazing®, a company that strives to support older adults, caregivers, and the networks that surround them. Her niche and life mission is ensuring care and interaction with older adults is more than a checkbox. Ms. Moore has over a decade of experience as a professional, clinician, public speaker, and business owner and has a genuine passion for older adults and caregivers. Her work in behavioral health, community education, and healthcare have prepared her for her current venture of serving the aging population, family caregivers, and professionals who specialize in aging. Malika is a leader who enjoys uplifting and inspiring others. Ms. Moore was recognized and awarded the 2022 Aging Life Care Association "Rising Star" award. She also serves as a board member for All Home Care Matters and Home Care Partners. Malika holds dearly and values her family and friends and is personally invested in ensuring we all know that it is possible to live and be Aging & Amazing®! Mary Farquhar Family Caregiver: Mary Farquhar started as a colleague to her husband, Roger Fisher when he was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment in October 2018. As Roger's disease progressed to Alzheimer's, Mary reluctantly promoted herself to CEO of Roger Fisher's Care. Dr. Anne Kenney - Geriatrician and Palliative Care Physician, Author and founder of Together in Dementia: Anne Kenny, MD is a geriatrician and palliative care physician, author of Making Tough Decisions about End-of-Life Care in Dementia and Founder of Together in Dementia - an educational/informational blog/coaching/course platform with a mission to provide physician-informed approach to care from someone who has also traveled the dementia journey. Dr. Kenny has a new book co-authored with Teresa Webb, woman living with and advocate for Frontotemporal Dementia. The book, Your True North: A Guided Journal for Those Living with Cognitive Loss or Dementia about Legacy, Love and Wishes for the End of a Life Well-lived, will be available in the fall. Tracy Cram Perkins, Author: Tracy Cram Perkins, is a four-time dementia caregiving survivor with sixteen-years of experience caring for four family members with dementia. She is the author of Dementia Home Care: How to Prepare Before, During, and After. Dementia Home Care is the 2022 Chanticleer (pronounced chant-ih-clear) International Book Awards (CIBAs) winner for Instructional and Insightful How-To Manuals. It is Tracy's mission to supply caregivers with proven shortcuts to reduce the stresses of dementia care. She teaches hands-on solutions for reducing repetitive questions, melt downs, and wandering. She includes tips using simple, inexpensive fixes found at hardware and office supply stores. All guests contact information and links are available on the official website of Conscious Caregiving with L & L: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/ Thank you for joining your co-hosts Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton for another episode of Conscious Caregiving with L & L where we are "Tackling Tough Conversations"
Episode 54 - On Part 2 of his Look Back on 2023 Pete chats to Libby Price, Keith Macintosh, Lori La Bey, and Wendy Weidner. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only. The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees. We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L heard you and we have answered! We are proud to share with you an exclusive interview with Lance A. Slatton & Lori La Bey. Lance A. Slatton is co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L and the host of All Home Care Matters. Lance's professional job is as a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. In 2023 Lance was named a 50 under 50 for 2023. Lance is a regular writer for McKnight's Home Care News, DailyCaring.com, and AgeBuzz. Lori La Bey is co-host of Conscious Caregiving with L & L and has been a pillar of the dementia community for many years and is was recognized as a top influencer in the arena of dementia. Lori is also the host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio, Co-Founder of Dementia Map, and author of "Betty the Bald Chicken: Lessons in How to Care". Lori has been recognized by Oprah Winfrey, Dr. Oz, and Maria Shriver for her tireless work and advocacy for families, caregivers, and loved ones living with dementia.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on Seniors and the Holidays Co-Hosts, Lance A. Slatton and Lori La Bey. During this discussion Lance and Lori discuss and share common issues that may arise for families and their loved ones during the holiday season and offer and explore tips, suggestions, and resources to help ensure a joyous holiday season. Lance A. Slatton is the host of All Home Care Matters and Lori La Bey is the founder of Alzheimer's Speaks and the co-founder of Dementia Map. Visit Conscious Caregiving with L & L "Tackling the Tough Conversations" for more resources, tips, and conversations on the tough issues by visiting their official website: https://consciouscaregivingll.com/
Lori La Bey created Alzheimer's Speaks, an educational, advocacy, and media outlet. Lori was shocked at the lack of resources, products, tools, services, and educational support available to families and professionals when her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. She left her career of 25 years, as a residential Realtor and became committed to making a difference in shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world. Her goal is to be inclusive of all voices and educate people with the true stories of what is happening within dementia. She has been recognized by Oprah and Maria Shriver for her work. She offers a variety of free resources to educate, empower, connect, and decrease stigmas; helping families and professionals live graciously alongside dementia. Lori has her foot in so many resources available to all of you as listeners as well: Dementia Map global resource directory Conscious Caregiving Betty the Bald Chicken – Lessons in How to Care (a book for everyone, not just dementia) And so many more… Our Non Profit Spotlight is Dementia Together __ Katie Harms @ katie@katieharms.com, www.katieharms.com or Lisa Rubin @ lisa@wardrobeconsulting.net, www.wardrobeconsulting.net . Follow Us On: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Please take a moment to rate our podcast wherever you are reading or listening to this! Thank you! We are thankful to our sponsors Continental Diamond and Scherer Bros Closets
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations." The topic of this episode is on Seniors & Travelling and features an All-Star Panel. Jan Dougherty is a nursing expert and leader in dementia care crafting award winning programs to support people living with dementia and their family caregivers. She is founder and president of TravALZ, LLC a company focused on dementia capable travel. Her book entitled, “Travel Well with Dementia: Essential Tips to Enjoy the Journey,” offers the first comprehensive look at supporting travel for people with dementia and their families. Jan is active in creating Dementia Friendly Airports while also certifying professional travel companions to support disabled and older adults to travel with success. Dave Johnston is a retired pastor who has lived with, worked with, traveled with. and loved seniors up to 100+ years old his entire life. Laurie Scherrer was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer's & FTD at the age of 55. Unable to continue a professional career she turned her focus towards helping others through their dementia journey. Laurie serves on the Dementia Action Alliance Board of Directors. She is an international speaker and has been featured in many articles and documentaries. On her website, dementiadaze.com Laurie shares her feelings, challenges, symptoms and adjustments in hopes of encouraging other Persons with Dementia and care partners to explore ways to live beyond dementia. Together with her husband Roy, they work hard trying to identify the obstacles that trigger Laurie's challenges and symptoms and then figure out what adjustments they can make to overcome the barriers. “We don't automatically accept that I CAN'T do things anymore, instead we try to figure out HOW I CAN.” Lynn Smith has been involved with the Sunflower program for the last three years, creating awareness, managing products and distribution, and helping companies implement throughout their organizations. Lynn is also the CMO for The Sourcing Group, the previous North American partner for the Hidden Disabilities program. She is dedicated to making the Sunflower a national symbol for non-visible disabilities throughout the US. Conscious Caregiving with L & L is proudly hosted by Lori La Bey and Lance A. Slatton. Visit the Official Website for Conscious Caregiving with L & L: https://lnkd.in/gu8sSTvG Lori La Bey is the host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio and the Co-Founder of Dementia Map Resource Directory. Lance A. Slatton is the host of All Home Care Matters and is a Senior Case Manager for Enriched Life Home Care Services.
Episode 44 - The guest on Episode 200 of The ‘D' Word is Lori La Bey from Alzheimers Speaks who Pete describes as his inspiration for starting the show. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only. The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees. We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.
Conscious Caregiving with L & L is "Tackling the Tough Conversations" hosted by Lori La Bey & Lance A. Slatton. This month the topic is "End of Life Care" and features an All-Star panel. Dr. Anne Kenny: Anne Kenny, MD is a geriatrician and palliative care physician, author of Making Tough Decisions about End-of-Life Care in Dementia and Founder of Together in Dementia - an educational/informational blog/coaching/course platform with a mission to provide physician-informed approach to care from someone who has also traveled the dementia journey. David McNally: David McNally is a professional speaker and author of several bestselling books including Mark Of An Eagle and Be Your Own Brand. He has been married twice, both spouses of whom have passed away. His second wife, Cheryl, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in June of 2019, and passed away in June this year. Cheryl made a decision after her original diagnosis that she would not go into memory care and when her quality of life diminished to where life no longer had meaning, she would VSED (Voluntarily Stop Eating and Drinking). Dr. Joseph Byrd: Joseph Byrd is a minister, theologian, and attorney. He has served as the Lead Pastor in congregations in North Dakota, Kentucky, Florida, Tennessee, and Michigan as well as serving as a seminary professor teaching practical theology and pastoral ministry. He has practiced law serving as County Attorney in Tennessee; a City Attorney in Florida; Assistant Attorney General in the Tennessee Attorney General's Office; and most recently Disciplinary Counsel and Lead Attorney for Indigent Services with the Tennessee Supreme Court. Pastor Ben Murray: Ben Murray is the Lead Pastor at Northville Christian Assembly in Northville, MI. He has been in full-time ministry for 19 years and has filled many positions from a Children's Pastor, an Associate Pastor, and now a Lead Pastor. Kim Callinan CEO of Compassion & Choices: Kim Callinan is the President and CEO of Compassion & Choices, where she has had a leadership role in realizing patient directed end of life care for the past eight years. She launched the Finish Strong initiative, designed to empower patients to take charge of the final chapter of their lives; played a leadership role in the authorization and implementation of medical aid in dying into six new jurisdictions; and launched an initiative to address the inequities in end of life care and planning for historically underserved communities. Patty Mouton VP of Alzheimer's Orange County: Patty Barnett Mouton, MSGc, has served as Vice President at Alzheimer's Orange County since 2005. She is passionate about enhancing quality of life for older adults, and people with life-limiting illness. Among her roles in the community, Patty serves as Program Director for the Hoag Hospital Palliative Care education program, is appointed to the Senior Citizens Advisory Council to the OC Board of Supervisors, as well as the Provider Advisory Committee to CalOptima. Brian Fulcher: Brian Fulcher is the Family Service Manager at Sunset Kapala Glodek Funeral Home and Cemetery as well as Wulff Funeral Home. He leads a team of committed, compassionate Family Service Counselors who find fulfillment and professional satisfaction in helping individuals and families prepare for and plan their legacy. Carrie Rowell: As a mortician and funeral celebrant, she has a deep compassion and understanding when helping families through the life changing experience of the death of a loved one. As a teaching specialist with the University of Minnesota Program of Mortuary Science, and teaches the future funeral directors the importance of anticipatory grief that both families and the person with dementia experience. Visit Conscious Caregiving with L & L's Official Website: https://www.https://consciouscaregivingll.com
Seniors and Driving We know Seniors and Driving is a hot topic in most families, but did you know cities, police, and our doctors worry about this issue too? Today our expert panel addresses common concerns, tips, and resources to help you address driving in a respectful and proactive way. Find more information on our panel and resource links below. Panel of Experts Cheryl Salo is passionate about helping mature drivers be safer on the roads. She has been an instructor with AARP Driver Safety for 10 years and is the Minnesota State Coordinator for the program. An important part of the curriculum is the unit on “What the Road Ahead Looks Like” with a discussion on alternate travel options. Cheryl facilitates free in-person “We Need To Talk” seminars, for those dealing with the difficult discussion of a loved one's diminishing driving ability. Email cherylsalo@gmail.com Mike Jaafar has nearly 30 years in Law Enforcement and serves as the Undersheriff of the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Undersheriff Jaafar is a proud graduate of the FBI National Academy and the Eastern Michigan Police Staff and Command Center for Regional and National Security. Email Mike's Assistant Danielle Stephens Dstephe1@waynecounty.com Michael Ellenbogen has been living with a form of dementia since the age of 49. He is a world-renowned International Dementia Advocate & Connecter, who has been featured in nationally syndicated TV, radio, and other media outlets. Michael served on many national and international committees and has even represented the U.S./World for people living with dementia at the World Health Organization in Geneva. Email authorellenbogen@gmail.com Ronald J. Devers is Director of Agency Operations for PSI Insurance Agency located in Lansing Michigan. He began his insurance career in 1989. He developed his expertise by working for several companies and found his true calling for insurance and education. Ron has received numerous designations in his field and held multiple board roles. Email rdevers@psiinsurance.net Ann Forrest Clark has worked in the field of driver rehabilitation for over 40 years. She provides clinical evaluations through St. Luke's Hospital of Duluth, MN, and is the owner of Safer Driver, LLC driving school. She enjoys helping people continue to drive safely through training in the use of adaptive equipment. She also supports people when driving retirement is indicated. Email jsafc@aol.com Dr. Brittany Lamb is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, dementia family educator and advocate. Outside of the ER, Dr. Lamb supports and educates dementia family caregivers, on the importance of, and how to, plan for future medical decisions. Her goal is to deliver the information needed to make informed decisions into the hands of family caregivers through social media, a blog, and an online self-paced program. Email blambmd@gmail.com Email Lance Slatton and Lori La Bey with Conscious Caregiving with L & L through their website https://consciouscaregivingll.com/ You can also access their other websites from here too.