Lori La Bey talks with the team at Rakhma Homes, which are small group homes providing care to those living with dementia. Their unique model of care is worth listening to today on how and why their care model is different and what the benefits are to those they serve and their families.  Lori will be talking with Rakhma staff, family, and friends who have had a loved one live in one of their communities as well as professionals who work in the industry.  

The guests are:

Leif Johnson is the Executive Director of Rakhma Homes and has worked for the organization for 7 years. He is a Licensed Assisted Living Director and he is passionate about building meaningful relationships with residents, families, and staff.

Jeannette Sindt is Rakhma's Lead Director of Health Services and has a been an RN for 40 years. She is passionate about empowering residents/patients to make informed decisions about their health care decisions. 

Kelly Conrad has worked in senior services for ten years doing social work, operations, compliance, marketing, human resources, and as an Executive Director. In 2017, Kelly was a co-lead facilitator for the Act on Alzheimer's Dementia Friendly Community in Hopkins, MN.

Tania Frankie is a family member of a resident at the Rakhma Joy Home in St. Paul.

Ronda Gown is a social worker at United Hospital who has helped place residents at Rakhma over the years.

Dale Deines is a lifelong friend of a recently deceased resident of the Rakhma Grace Home. 

Dottie Timmons - Former family member of a resident at the Rakhma Joy Home



Learn:
How and why Rakhma Homes were way ahead of their times when they started almost four decades ago.
Why their critical financial model is needed by many.
About their intensive staff training program.
What shadowing is and why it's an important training method.
Examples of personalized care is given.
How creating a family environment increases joy and calmness.
The power of purpose.
Why and how they support families.
How you can help by spreading awareness of Rakhma Homes, becoming a volunteer, or making a donation.



Watch the Video Interview Below

https://youtu.be/O3loGURpIAE

Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-unique-model-individualized-memory-care-for-all/id986940432?i=1000635023226

Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ThDwXqHq95OAUGP4h8PdO



Contact Rakhma Homes  

Websitehttps://www.rakhma.org/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rakhma.homes/

Admissions and Inquiries - Leif Johnson

Emailljohnson@rakhma.orgor Call (612) 351-8061

Make aDonation

You can also ask about becoming a volunteer.



Contact Lori La Beywith questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/

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Lori La Bey talks with the team at Rakhma Homes, which are small group homes providing care to those living with dementia. Their unique model of care is worth listening to today on how and why their care model is different and what the benefits are to those they serve and their families.  Lori will be talking with Rakhma staff, family, and friends who have had a loved one live in one of their communities as well as professionals who work in the industry.  
The guests are:
Leif Johnson is the Executive Director of Rakhma Homes and has worked for the organization for 7 years. He is a Licensed Assisted Living Director and he is passionate about building meaningful relationships with residents, families, and staff.
Jeannette Sindt is Rakhma's Lead Director of Health Services and has a been an RN for 40 years. She is passionate about empowering residents/patients to make informed decisions about their health care decisions. 
Kelly Conrad has worked in senior services for ten years doing social work, operations, compliance, marketing, human resources, and as an Executive Director. In 2017, Kelly was a co-lead facilitator for the Act on Alzheimer's Dementia Friendly Community in Hopkins, MN.
Tania Frankie is a family member of a resident at the Rakhma Joy Home in St. Paul.
Ronda Gown is a social worker at United Hospital who has helped place residents at Rakhma over the years.
Dale Deines is a lifelong friend of a recently deceased resident of the Rakhma Grace Home. 
Dottie Timmons - Former family member of a resident at the Rakhma Joy Home
 
Learn:
<ol>
<li>How and why Rakhma Homes were way ahead of their times when they started almost four decades ago.</li>
<li>Why their critical financial model is needed by many.</li>
<li>About their intensive staff training program.</li>
<li>What shadowing is and why it's an important training method.</li>
<li>Examples of personalized care is given.</li>
<li>How creating a family environment increases joy and calmness.</li>
<li>The power of purpose.</li>
<li>Why and how they support families.</li>
<li>How you can help by spreading awareness of Rakhma Homes, becoming a volunteer, or making a donation.</li>
</ol>
 
Watch the Video Interview Below
<a href="https://youtu.be/O3loGURpIAE">https://youtu.be/O3loGURpIAE</a>
Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-unique-model-individualized-memory-care-for-all/id986940432?i=1000635023226">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-unique-model-individualized-memory-care-for-all/id986940432?i=1000635023226</a>
Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ThDwXqHq95OAUGP4h8PdO
 
Contact Rakhma Homes  
Website<a href="https://www.rakhma.org/"> </a><a href="https://www.rakhma.org/">https://www.rakhma.org/</a>
Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rakhma.homes/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">https://www.facebook.com/rakhma.homes/</a>
Admissions and Inquiries - Leif Johnson  
Email<a href="mailto:ljohnson@rakhma.org "> ljohnson@rakhma.org </a>or Call (612) 351-8061
Make a<a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/oVWIloeI0iG14Rxw7hJekg"> </a><a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/oVWIloeI0iG14Rxw7hJekg">Donation</a>
You can also ask about becoming a volunteer.
 
Contact <a href="mailto:Mailto:Radio@AlzheimersSpeaks.com">Lori La Bey </a>with questions or branding needs at <a href="https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/">https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/</a>
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 Radio gives voice to all, sharing resources, tools, and products.   Through collaboration & education we are changing dementia care.

Alzheimer's Speaks

The Alzheimer’s Speaks show was launched in 2011 and is believed to be the first dementia-specific radio program in the world. The show caters to all types of dementia and caring needs. It has an international audience and has had the honor to be recognized by some of the most renowned names in the world - Oprah, Maria Shriver, AARP, the National Institute for Dementia Education, and Sharecare.

Lori La Bey hosts the show.  Her own mother lived with dementia for 30 years.  Her compassionate heart creates a safe and comfortable environment for her guests to speak honestly and openly as her audience listens in.  Alzheimer's Speaks is about giving voice to all, and sharing resources, tools, and products. Through collaboration & education, we are changing dementia care.

On Alzheimer's Speaks you will hear from those living with a diagnosis of dementia, and their care partners - family, friends, and professionals.  We've had a variety of researchers, and companies who have created a diverse array of products, services, and tools to ease the journey ahead. 

Join us as we educate, raise awareness, and give hope to those living with or serving those that are diagnosed. Bottom line, we believe together we can combine everyday life in the trenches insights, with medical, academic, and research models, to offer more options to live well with dementia.

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The Alzheimer’s Speaks show was launched in 2011 and is believed to be the first dementia-specific radio program in the world. The show caters to all types of dementia and caring needs. It has an international audience and has had the honor to be recognized by some of the most renowned names in the world - Oprah, Maria Shriver, AARP, the National Institute for Dementia Education, and Sharecare.
Lori La Bey hosts the show.  Her own mother lived with dementia for 30 years.  Her compassionate heart creates a safe and comfortable environment for her guests to speak honestly and openly as her audience listens in.  Alzheimer's Speaks is about giving voice to all, and sharing resources, tools, and products. Through collaboration &amp; education, we are changing dementia care.
On Alzheimer's Speaks you will hear from those living with a diagnosis of dementia, and their care partners - family, friends, and professionals.  We've had a variety of researchers, and companies who have created a diverse array of products, services, and tools to ease the journey ahead. 
Join us as we educate, raise awareness, and give hope to those living with or serving those that are diagnosed. Bottom line, we believe together we can combine everyday life in the trenches insights, with medical, academic, and research models, to offer more options to live well with dementia.
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