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Understanding Alzheimer’s: Essential Resources for Baby Boomers
Welcome to our Alzheimer’s resource page, specifically designed for Baby Boomers. Here, you’ll find a curated selection of expert insights, recommended books, informative podcasts, and insightful articles dedicated to understanding cognitive disorders. Gain valuable knowledge, discover effective Caregiving strategies, and find support for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s. Explore the expertise of our contributors and access resources that provide guidance and encouragement on this challenging journey.
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Are you concerned about the emotional well-being of your loved ones? Join us as we discuss how Happy Talks can provide a lifeline for senior isolation. In this episode, we explore the detrimental effects of isolation on cognitive health and the importance of social interaction for older adults. D…
Are you concerned about the emotional well-being of your loved ones? Join us as we discuss how Happy Talks can provide a lifeline for senior isolation. In this episode, we explore the detrimental ef…
Are you concerned about the emotional well-being of your loved ones? Join us as we discuss how Happy Talks can provide a lifeline for senior isolation. In this episode, we explore the detrimental effects of isolation on cognitive health and the importance of social interaction for older adults. Discover how Happy Talks can help:Reduce Senior Isolation: Connect your loved ones with friendly volunteers who offer regular companionship and conversation. Enhance Social Engagement: Provide opportunities for meaningful interactions, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose. Improve Communic…
Many women at this stage in their life and career have really pushed so hard and now all of the stress is starting to show up in their health and they sometimes also are looking to make a change or do something different so they can get their happiness back. I help burnt out high achieving women fin…
Many women at this stage in their life and career have really pushed so hard and now all of the stress is starting to show up in their health and they sometimes also are looking to make a change or do…
Many women at this stage in their life and career have really pushed so hard and now all of the stress is starting to show up in their health and they sometimes also are looking to make a change or do something different so they can get their happiness back. I help burnt out high achieving women find their energy and power through nutrition and self concept coaching Valerie Hawkins is a dedicated nutritionist and self-concept coach specializing in helping women overcome anxiety, burnout, and overwhelm, along with the related fatigue, weight, and mood issues. Drawing from her own experiences as…
Living with FTD is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Janice Swink bravely shares her experiences,shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of living with this complex condition. From hallucinations to fluctuating abilities, Janice's story is a powerful reminder that FTD affect…
Living with FTD is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Janice Swink bravely shares her experiences,shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of living with this complex condition. …
Living with FTD is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. Janice Swink bravely shares her experiences,shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of living with this complex condition. From hallucinations to fluctuating abilities, Janice's story is a powerful reminder that FTD affects everyone differently. Her openness about her struggles is breaking down barriers and fostering understanding. By sharing her journey, Janice is challenging misconceptions and inspiring hope. Join us as we delve deeper into the world of FTD and discover the strength and resilience of the human sp…
Imagine taking on the profound responsibility of caregiving in your mid-20s, facing the daunting challenges of supporting loved ones through cancer, Alzheimer's, and mental health struggles. That's exactly what Debra Lee did, and in our latest episode, she shares the heartwarming and somet…
Imagine taking on the profound responsibility of caregiving in your mid-20s, facing the daunting challenges of supporting loved ones through cancer, Alzheimer's, and mental health struggles. That…
Imagine taking on the profound responsibility of caregiving in your mid-20s, facing the daunting challenges of supporting loved ones through cancer, Alzheimer's, and mental health struggles. That's exactly what Debra Lee did, and in our latest episode, she shares the heartwarming and sometimes heart-wrenching experiences of her caregiving journey. From the delicate art of balancing safety with autonomy, to the unexpected joys that illuminate the path, Debra's story is a testament to resilience and the power of family support. As she opens up about her father's passing and f…
How do caregivers find the strength to continue day after day, navigating the complexities of dementia?It's a journey that demands resilience, patience, and an often-overlooked capacity to find joy in the simplest moments. Our guest, Angela Lunde, M.A., has dedicated over 20 years to understanding t…
How do caregivers find the strength to continue day after day, navigating the complexities of dementia?It's a journey that demands resilience, patience, and an often-overlooked capacity to find joy in…
How do caregivers find the strength to continue day after day, navigating the complexities of dementia?It's a journey that demands resilience, patience, and an often-overlooked capacity to find joy in the simplest moments. Our guest, Angela Lunde, M.A., has dedicated over 20 years to understanding the experiences of those living with dementia and their care partners. Her insights into the emotional landscape of caregiving are both profound and encouraging. Angela is not just a researcher but a true advocate, working tirelessly to improve the quality of life for people impacted by …
Have you heard these myths about faith's role in caregiving?Myth 1: Faith won't make a difference in the practical challenges.Myth 2: Caregivers must be perfect in their faith to make a difference.Myth 3: Faith won't alleviate the emotional toll of caregiving.Let's unravel them with our guest Do…
Have you heard these myths about faith's role in caregiving?Myth 1: Faith won't make a difference in the practical challenges.Myth 2: Caregivers must be perfect in their faith to make a difference.M…
Have you heard these myths about faith's role in caregiving?Myth 1: Faith won't make a difference in the practical challenges.Myth 2: Caregivers must be perfect in their faith to make a difference.Myth 3: Faith won't alleviate the emotional toll of caregiving.Let's unravel them with our guest Dorothy Horne in this replay of Books & Chit Chat with Aging & Amazing. We touch on everything from clinical trials to the role of faith, and the power of community and positive narratives on the dementia journey.Dorothy, a retired first-grade teacher and former columnist for a local newspap…
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of caregiving? Teetering on the edge of caregiver burnout? Join us as we explore strategies to overcome caregiver burnout and find joy in the face of adversity. Our guest, Nina Sossamon-Pogue, is a renowned speaker, best-selling author,and Emmy award-w…
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of caregiving? Teetering on the edge of caregiver burnout? Join us as we explore strategies to overcome caregiver burnout and find joy in the face of advers…
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of caregiving? Teetering on the edge of caregiver burnout? Join us as we explore strategies to overcome caregiver burnout and find joy in the face of adversity. Our guest, Nina Sossamon-Pogue, is a renowned speaker, best-selling author,and Emmy award-winning journalist who shares her personal journey of resilience and strength. From her days as a USA Gymnastics team member to her successful career in media, Nina has faced numerous challenges. In this episode, she offers practical advice and inspiring stories to help you navigate your own careg…
Susie Singer Carter shares the story of caring for her mother, Norma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 16 years before her passing. Susie describes how she was the first to notice the signs of Alzheimer's, even as her family dismissed her concerns.As Susie navigates her mother's declining healt…
Susie Singer Carter shares the story of caring for her mother, Norma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 16 years before her passing. Susie describes how she was the first to notice the signs of Alzhe…
Susie Singer Carter shares the story of caring for her mother, Norma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 16 years before her passing. Susie describes how she was the first to notice the signs of Alzheimer's, even as her family dismissed her concerns.As Susie navigates her mother's declining health, she also faces personal challenges, including going through a divorce. Susie brought her mother to live with her, which impacted her teenage daughter. However, Susie was determined to provide the best care for her mother, even as she struggled to balance her career and caregiving responsibilities…
Susie Singer Carter shares the story of caring for her mother, Norma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 16 years before her passing. Susie describes how she was the first to notice the signs of Alzheimer's, even as her family dismissed her concerns. As Susie navigates her mother's d…
Susie Singer Carter shares the story of caring for her mother, Norma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 16 years before her passing. Susie describes how she was the first to notice the signs of …
Susie Singer Carter shares the story of caring for her mother, Norma, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's 16 years before her passing. Susie describes how she was the first to notice the signs of Alzheimer's, even as her family dismissed her concerns. As Susie navigates her mother's declining health, she also faces personal challenges, including going through a divorce. Susie brought her mother to live with her, which impacted her teenage daughter. However, Susie was determined to provide the best care for her mother, even as she struggled to balance her career and caregiving re…
Here is One Thing We Can ALL do to Limit Cognitive Decline My new book, Aging or Alzheimer’s, lists thirty-one “Potentially Modifiable Alzheimer’s Disease Risk Factors.” Hearing loss is one of the most broadly impactful of these,…
Here is One Thing We Can ALL do to Limit Cognitive Decline My new book, Aging or Alzheimer’s, lists thirty-one “Potentially Modifiabl…
Here is One Thing We Can ALL do to Limit Cognitive Decline My new book, Aging or Alzheimer’s, lists thirty-one “Potentially Modifiable Alzheimer’s Disease Risk Factors.” Hearing loss is one of the most broadly impactful of these, contributing to cognitive decline, dementia, loss of independence, and overall diminished quality of life. Also clear are the benefits of improving hearing (and vision) on cognition. Found in 8% of dementia cases, hearing loss is linked to an increased risk of accelerated cognitive de…
Photo by National Cancer Institute on UnsplashThe EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.There is a major disconnect between what older adults want from health care and what the health care system delivers t…
Photo by National Cancer Institute on UnsplashThe EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.There is a major d…
Photo by National Cancer Institute on UnsplashThe EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.There is a major disconnect between what older adults want from health care and what the health care system delivers to them.That disconnect appears on every page of a new study by Age Wave and the John A. Hartford Foundation, titled Meeting the Growing Demand for Age-Friendly Care: Health Care at the Crossroads. When adults aged 65 and older were asked to assign a letter grade to the health care system, only 11% a…
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Pamela Mills as guest to the show. About Pamela Mills: Pamela Mills, Associate Director of Care Management for Corewood Care holds master’s degrees in Counselor Education and Management of Aging Services. She holds …
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Pamela Mills as guest to the show. About Pamela Mills: Pamela Mills, Associate Director of Care Management for Corewo…
All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Pamela Mills as guest to the show. About Pamela Mills: Pamela Mills, Associate Director of Care Management for Corewood Care holds master’s degrees in Counselor Education and Management of Aging Services. She holds certifications as a care manager through the National Academy of Certified Care Managers and as a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer with the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. She is also an advanced professional with the Aging Life Care Association. Wit…