1. 263 - What Does a Dementia Doula Do? Alzheimer's Caregivers 1:04:00
263 - What Does A Dementia Doula Do? &Raquo; Mary Anne Oglesby Sutherly
Mary Anne Ogelesby

Have you ever wished for a friend who understood your caregiving journey? A friend who had all the answers you needed? Haven’t we all hoped for this friend at one time or another?

There is the next best thing. You can hire a dementia doula to walk with you. Doula is an ancient Greek word meaning a woman who serves. Interesting, yes? Historically a doula is an experienced mother who assists new mothers. The doula title works well with experienced Alzheimer’s caregivers who assist new caregivers.

Dementia doulas are a relatively new but growing field. This conversation discusses how a dementia doula can help caregivers cope.

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After helping care for her grandmother who had vascular dementia, Jennifer realized her Mother was showing signs of early onset Alzheimer’s. After the death of her father in 2017 Jennifer went searching for answers to many of the common questions and Alzheimer’s caregiver faces. Being a busy entrepreneur Jennifer realized that a podcast would be the easiest way to learn more about caregiving while completing other tasks.

Sadly, in late 2017 she only found one and it didn’t quite address what she was looking for, so she did the next best thing, and started her own. The Fading Memories podcast is now in it’s fourth year and despite the death of her Mom in March 2020, Jennifer is still talking to caregivers and still learning how to be an excellent caregiver. On the podcast she discusses caregiving, brain health, self-care and how to age well.