Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a dementia distinct from Alzheimer’s in the brain regions affected and symptoms that arise. While memory loss is a key feature of Alzheimer’s, FTD often presents with personality changes, behavioral issues,and difficulty with language.

This difference significantly impacts caregiving. An FTD patient might require more assistance with managing emotions or navigating social situations compared to someone with Alzheimer’s. Recognizing these unique aspects of FTD is crucial for providing the best care and support to both patients and their families.

Our Guest: Allyson Schrier

Allyson is the co-founder of Zinnia TV. She created this resource because her husband had dementia. She wanted videos that would:

• Keep him occupied and happy
• Give her a break
• Distract him when he was anxious
• Calm them both down
• Encourage him to drink water, bathe, get dressed, use the toilet
• Remind him of activities he loves

It didn’t exist so she built it. You know how much I love featuring caregivers turned creators!

ZinniaTV Website

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Related Episodes:

Living with FTD Feat. Janice Swink (part 1)

Living with FTD Feat. Janice Swink (part 2)

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