Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Terri Joski-Lang, the Director of Open Circle of Hopkins, Cora Cromer who is the Director of Open Circle Apple Valley, and Elaine Lofquist who is a loving care partner for her husband Marv who attends the Open Circle program. Learn: What is an Adult Day Program and who attends? What specific types of services does Open Circle offer? What is Open Circles Philosophy and how does it differ from others? What are the benefits for the member who attends and their care partner? Hear beautiful stories from both staff and a family member who has a loved attending Open Circle and how the program empowers them. How leveraging the member's past history can enhance the present; as well as how introducing new things can increase joyful times and help them gain confidence. Where are the Open Circle Adult Day Services located? How is the service paid for? Here Is A Bit More About Our Guests: Terri Joski-Lang has traveled the Alzheimer’s dementia journey with several family members, Terri became passionate about improving others’ dementia journeys and focusing on what persons living with dementia can still do, with purpose. Cora Cromer has worked at Open Circle of Apple Valley for 11 years.   Her background is in music therapy and education.  Cora is committed to helping older adults find meaningful relationships and providing a space for lifelong learning through person-centered care. Elaine Lofquist's husband Marv has been enrolled at Open Circle Hopkins one day/ week since November of 2021.  The two also participate in Giving Voice Choir of which they are founding members. They have been to Washington DC seven times to advocate for those living with dementia and caregiver support. They also are participants in a Memory Café, to name a few things they do. Contact Open Circle Adult Day Services Website Phone Numbers Apple Valley, MN   952-236-2524 Minneapolis, MN   612-843-4940 Hopkins, MN   952-935-8143 Facebook @OpenCircleAdultDayServices Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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.

Today we talk with Bruce Elliott, the CEO & Co-Founder, and  Brian Hall a Board member and the Director of the UK and International business for  Memory Lane Games. Also joining us is Kait Clavette,  a speech-language pathologist who is using Memory Lane Games with her clients dealing with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. I can’t wait to learn more about Memory Lane Games! Contact     Memory Lane Games  LinkedIn FaceBook Instagram Twitter   Tic Tok  Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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. SR Featured

Our host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Diana Shulla Cose the Founding Executive Director, Lorenzo’s House, Bree Ruge the Lead of Programs & Development at Lorenzo's House. Also joining us are three young adults who are involved with Lorenzo’s House - William Dean, Shylah Thiara, and Jessica Christensen. Contact    Lorenzo’s HouseEmail      Phone   (312) 319-8797 Facebook   @lorenzoshouseofficial    Twitter    @lorenzos_house  YouTube   @lorenzoshouse  Instagram  @Lorenzos_House LinkedIn  Lorenzos House    Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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.

We talk with Diana Shulla Cose the founding Executive Director of Lorenzo’s House, and Bree Rugethe Lead of Programs & Development. Also joining us are three young adults who are involved with Lorenzo’s House - William Dean, Shylah Thiara, and Jessica Christensen. Learn about the variety of ways these kids are being empowered and supported. Learn about the Youth Summit on June 17th Shift the Narrative: Bring light to stigma initiative. Lorenzo’s House Email      Phone   (312) 319-8797      Facebook  Twitter Instagram   Lori La Beywww.AlzheimersSpeaks.com    Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort.

Today we talk with the Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation, which promotes dignity and quality of human life. Our focus will be on three of the foundation’s initiatives Maude’s Awards, Maude’s Ventures, and The Memory Hub. Our guests include Richard Ferry, Quentin Orem, Marilyn Raichle, and Marigrace Becker. Maude’s Awards mission is to enrich the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their care partners by celebrating and inspiring innovative practices of care and sharing these practices with the wider dementia care community. Win 5k or 25k. Applications close May 16th. Maude’s Venture’s mission is to invest in people who want to build new ways to meet the needs of the dementia community. Every year they offer seed funding of $50,000 - $100,000 for individuals, nonprofits, and for-profits to help them develop new ideas to improve the lives of caregivers and people living with dementia. Applications close July 14th. Maude’s AwardsFacebook  Maude’s Ventures Facebook  Memory Hub    Alzheimer's Speaks

Lori La Bey is joined by Dr. Laird, and Deanna Vigliotta with Seni as we wrap up this series of what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in Memory Care. Dr. Laird is a Geriatrician and has 25 years of experience as Medical Director for two Memory Disorder Clinics in Florida. Deanna Vigliotta has served over 30 years in healthcare sales and sales management.  She is the National Sales Manager at Seni where their goal is to shift communities' views of incontinence realizing the importance of using high-performing adult incontinence products to improve the quality of life for those they care for.   Seni      Website EmailYouTube @SeniUSACares       LinkedIn  @TZMO-usa-inc       FaceBook  @SeniCares Lori La Bey  Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at Alzheimer's Speaks 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.

Today we are going to learn about the Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation, which is a family foundation deeply rooted in the Catholic tradition, that promotes the dignity and quality of human life. We will be focusing on three of the Ferry Foundation’s initiatives 1) Maude’s Awards, 2) Maude’s Ventures, and 3) The Memory Hub. Our guests include Richard Ferry himself, Quentin Orem, Marilyn Raichle, and Marigrace Becker. Maude’s Awards   WebsiteFacebook InstagramLinkedInTwitter   Maude’s Ventures   WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedIn Memory Hub   Website  Alzheimer's Speaks    WebsiteFree Educational Resources Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort one episode at a time since 2011.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Christopher Doran, is a registered nurse who works in senior living and in the hospital setting where he precepts new nurses and runs training sessions on dementia care. His main focus is dementia education and how to maximize retention of learning. Contact Christopher Doran    LinkedIn       Stop and Watch Form   ContactLori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Our Children's Book Betty the Bald Chicken - Lessons in How to Care          Programs & Services         Marketing Opportunites 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.

Our Host, Lori La Bey is joined by James Lee with Bella Groves, and Deanna Vigliotta and Laurie Gredlein with Seni as we discuss what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in Memory Care. James Lee is the CEO and co-founder of Bella Groves, a company in San Antonio, Texas helping families in the journey of supporting a loved one living with dementia.  Laurie Gredlein and Deanna Vigliotta are both passionate about educating people on the importance of using high-quality incontinence products to improve their quality of life. Seni    Website     Email       YouTube  @SeniUSACares     LinkedIn  @tzmo-usa-inc      Facebook  @SeniCares Bella Gove    Website    Lori La Bey  FREE Educational Resources  www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com We Shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time since 2011.

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 having respectful conversations. Call in and Talk with  us 323 870-4602 Share your personal dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product, or tool you have which 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.  Please call in and share your work with us. Call in and Talk with us 323 870-4602 Contact Information for Alzheimer’s Speaks & Dementia Map 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.

Lindsey Harbison, with The 80th Street Residence and Deanna Vigliotta with Seni as they discuss what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in a Memory Care setting. All have worked in health for years, so we know this will be an insightful conversation. Contact     Seni     Website    Email   YouTube      LinkedIn       Facebook       80th Street Residence    Website    Email     Facebook     LinkedIn      Phone  212) 717-8888 FREE Educational Resources at Alzheimer's Speaks   Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Lori La Bey talks with Bruce Elliott, the CEO & Co-Founder of Memory Lane Games. Bruce has a twenty-year track record of building world-class, innovative eCommerce companies.  Also joining us is Kait Clavette, a speech-language pathologist since 2012. Kait has worked with individuals across the lifespan and specializes in treating adults with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. I can’t wait to learn more about Memory Lane Games! Contact Info    Website   LinkedIn     Twitter      Instagram      Twitter     Tic Tok      The Dementia Podcast Contact Lori La Bey & find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the worl one episode at a time since 2011.

Lori La Bey is joined by Deena Coffee with Artis Senior Living, and Deanna Vigliotta and Laurie Gredlein with Seni as they discuss what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in a Memory Care setting. All three of these ladies have phenomenal experience in healthcare, so we know this episode will be loaded with nuggets! Contact     Seni     Website    Email   YouTube      LinkedIn       Facebook               Artis Senior Living      Email     Website  Lori La Bey  FREE Educational Resources at Alzheimer's Speaks   Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Ali Stoddard who has deep experience in cannabinoid medicine, orthopedics, pain management, and nutrition. She’ll discuss CBD - types and uses, and other Brain Foods on today’s show. Contact Ali Stoddard, Green Alley - a CBD Health & Wellness Company Cell  925-899-4539     Email    Website    Website    Facebook     YouTube     Instagram  LinkedIn    Twitter   @AliStoddard1 Contact Lori La Bey and visit 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.

Today my guests are Sara Barsel and Deborah Shouse, both longtime friends, and colleagues. Sara Barsel is the founder and organizer of the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group (2018 – present) and the Roseville, Minnesota’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia Community Action Team since 2013.  Deborah Shouse is a writer and editor and co-founder of Dementia Friendly Kansas City. She is the author of Love in the Land of Dementia Finding Hope in the Caregiver's Journeyand Connecting in the Land of Dementia Creative Activities to Explore Together. Contact Sara Barsel     Website Dementia Friendly Airport Working Group     Email       Dementia-Friendly Airport Training Videos Contact Deborah Shouse      Website      Email      Blog    Contact Lori La Bey find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Part 2 of 2 Is Dementia Care Different in Malaysia From Where You Live?  Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Sharifah Tahir who lives in Malaysia.  She is a full-time care partner by choice since 2014.  She is now using her personal experience and training through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care© independent certifications to support others. As a dementia advocate, she focuses on empowerment and meaningful engagement of persons with lived experience as a right, as well as addressing dementia from a social disability model. Contact Sharifah Tahir    Email   sharifahtahir@gmail.com      LinkedIn  Sharifah Tahir      Twitter   @Sharifah Tahir       Instagram  @dementia_as_is  Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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.

Part 1 of 2 Is Dementia Care Different in Malaysia From Where You Live?  Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Sharifah Tahir who lives in Malaysia.  She is a full-time care partner by choice since 2014.  She is now using her personal experience and training through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care© independent certifications to support others. As a dementia advocate, she focuses on empowerment and meaningful engagement of persons with lived experience as a right, as well as addressing dementia from a social disability model. Contact Sharifah Tahir    Email   sharifahtahir@gmail.com      LinkedIn  Sharifah Tahir      Twitter   @Sharifah Tahir       Instagram  @dementia_as_is  Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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.

Today my guests are Sara Barsel and Deborah Shouse, both longtime friends, and colleagues. Sara Barsel is the founder and organizer of the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group (2018 – present) and the Roseville, Minnesota’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia Community Action Team since 2013.  Deborah Shouse is a writer and editor and co-founder of Dementia Friendly Kansas City. She is the author of Love in the Land of Dementia Finding Hope in the Caregiver's Journeyand Connecting in the Land of Dementia Creative Activities to Explore Together. Contact Sara Barsel     Website Dementia Friendly Airport Working Group     Email       Dementia-Friendly Airport Training Videos Contact Deborah Shouse      Website      Email      Blog    Contact Lori La Bey find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with the renowned Pippa Kelly from the UK, who is an award-winning blogger, journalist, author, and podcaster of “Well I know Now…So Much More About Dementia.” She is one of the UK’s top ten dementia influencers and a wonderful public speaker. Like most of us, Pippa has been personally touched by dementia. Her late mother lived with vascular dementia for ten years. We are so thrilled to have her on the show as she has been on our list of guests for several years.  We know you will totally enjoy this conversation today and walk away uplifted and better prepared to support those you care for. Contact Pippa Kelly     Website    Podcast   Well I Know Now with Pippa Kelly     Twitter  @piponthecommons     FB and LinkedIn  Pippa Kelly     Instagram @kelly.pippa Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Heather Kirk Morrison a former High School teacher and now the mother of an 11-year-old boy (Jayce) and 8-year-old triplets (Jaylen, Myles, and Mya) and current care partner to her husband Kevin who was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer's at age 47. After stops in Berkeley, Seattle, and Atlanta for her husband’s former college coaching career.  they currently live in San Diego, California, where Heather was born and raised. Since Kevin’s diagnosis, they have all been trying to embrace the dementia journey as a family and enjoy the moments together. Contact Heather Morrison     Email     Instagram @heather_kirk_morrison21     Instagram @team_morrison2     Twitter   @team_morrison2 Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services 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.

Our Host, Lori La Bey, talks with Ellen Goodwin, Heather Nickerson, the Co-founders of Artifcts, and Tara Ballman, the National Aging in Place Council Executive Director. Artifcts is designed to help you get organized in a fun way, capturing important items and moments in time in a secure and sharable fashion. This is a wonderful resource for all families! Contact Artifcts Website     Facebook     Instagram     YouTube      LinkedIn  Contact The National Aging In Place Council      Website  Contact Lori La Bey. Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort worldwide one episode at a time since 2011.

If you were like me, you got to know Jay Allen on NBC’s The Voice and his song that went viral, “Blank Stares,” which was written for his mother who passed from Alzheimer’s. The song went viral, reaching over 500 million views on Facebook, and showcased Jay’s talent and dedication to raising awareness for Alzheimer's. As a result of his advocacy efforts, He has been involved with several international events, including the Rita Hayworth Gala, which has raised over $100 million for the Alzheimer’s Association and has received numerous accolades, including The Caregiver Award from the National Alzheimer's Association. Contact Jay Allen Website     Tour Schedule    TicTok & Instagram  @jayallenmusic     Facebook    @jayallenmusic     YouTube      The Voice Blind Audition  Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time since 2011. Find FREE Resources & A Variety of Services

Joining us today is Dru Miller - head of D. Ellen Miller Productions, and Thiago Dadalt - an award-winning writer, editor, and director. They made the film “Chocolate” about early-onset of Alzheimer’s. Kirk Moody cared for his wife Nancy living with dementia and wandered off. We will discuss the film Where is Nancy. Website     Amazon     iTunes      Google Play     Facebook    D.Ellen Miller Productions     Where is Nancy      Instagram   d.ellenmillerproductions / thiagodadalt / dru2110 / Whereis_Nancy Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com.

Kevin Dill has been living with Lewy Body Dementia since 2019.  He was diagnosed in his early fifties and shares his symptoms, who first noticed them, and what happened when he went to the doctor. Kevin also shares a personal story about the depression and how close he came to taking his own life. He also shares what made him change his mind. Learn how Kevin knows Jay Allen the Country Western Singer. Kevin talks about how he got into artwork, advocacy, and the power of his events. Kevin is a proud Military Veteran, retired Police Officer, and Director of Veterans Affairs. I know you will enjoy this wonderful conversation with someone living with Lewy Body Dementia. Contact Kevin Dill     Email     Facebook  @Kevin Dill     Instagram   @kevinmichaeldill       Dementia Friendly Iowa    https://dementiafriendlyiowa.org/ Find FREE resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  Contact Lori La Bey. Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time since 2011.

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 sounds 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 hold to having a respectful conversation. Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602 Share your personal dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product or tool you have which 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.  Please call in and share your work with us. Contact Lori La Bey or get FREE Resources at Alzheimer’s Speaks & Dementia Map 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011

Victoria Simmonds music has been influenced by Brit Pop, Folk, Country, and Musical Theatre, Victoria has been compared to the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Carole King and Alanis Morrissette. Her new single "Last Dance in the Rain" has thought provoking lyrics, about the loss of someone due to symptoms that effect memory and evokes intense emotions for people diagnosed with dementia, as well as their friends and family, who see the changes. It tells the story of the loss of the mind before the body and the hope that although they are not with us in mind the hope that they are happy, dancing in the rain.  Contact Victoria Simmonds       Website      Facebook       Instagram      Tiktok     Email       Youtube    Find FREE resources at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com   Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Courtney Nalty joins our host Lori La Bey to discuss how to help families care for aging loved ones. Courtney is the founder of Generational Support, LLC.  She is a caregiver consultant and has developed a couple of specific resources to families.  One is "The Caregiver Tool Box" and the other is "The Hospital Discharge Handbook"   Watch the Video Interview Contact  Courtney Nalty     Website     Facebook   LinkedIn      Pinterest       Instagram @gensupport Contact Lori La Beyat www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  and access Free Educational Resources, Event Planning or Marketing and Branding 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lori La Bey talks with Kevin Dill who was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia in his early fifties. Kevin shares symptoms he experienced, who noticed them first, who they handled telling him, and what happened when he went the doctor. He also shares a very personal story about the depression that took over him, how close he was to taking his own life, and what made him change is mind. Kevin openly shares with us, how he got into artwork, advocacy, and the power of his events. Kevin is a proud Military Veteran, retired Police Officer, and Director of Veterans Affairs. I know you will enjoy this wonderful conversation, from a person actually living with Lewy Body Dementia. Contact Kevin Dill      Email     Kevin is also on Instagram and Facebook        Dementia Friendly Iowa    Find FREE resources & a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  Contact   Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lance A. Slatton who hosts All Home Care Matters podcast joins Lori La Bey today on the show.  Lance has over 18 years of health care experience with a diverse background in clinical hospital care to the home care field. All Home Care Matters was created by Lance and his team to help provide tips, resources, and discussions on long-term care issues to help support family caregivers and their loved ones. Call in with Questions  (323) 870-4602  Contact Lance Slatton with All Home Care Matters     Website     YouTube     Google Podcast     Apple Podcast    Facebook    Instagram     Twitter    LinkedIn    Find FREE Resources at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Marc Giroux who is the founder and CEO of Kurve Therapeutics, a next-generation med-tech company on a mission to provide effective treatments for Alzheimer's disease and other neurological disorders. Marc is a 20-year medical industry veteran who invented Kurve's patented technology and he has been involved in over 35 human-use clinical trials. Contact Kurve Therapeutics       Website       Facebook       LinkedIn        Twitter  Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lori La Bey talks with Suzanne Newman, host of the Answers for Elders radio show and podcast. Suzanne embarking upon on a 6-year-journey caring for her mother, that would become both her greatest challenge and privilege. Her trials and tribulations as a family caregiver inspired a life mission outside of the corporate world to build Answers for Elders, which provides help, support, and education to families across the country who are experiencing their own journeys within the complicated world of Eldercare. In each episode of answers for Elders, Suzanne is joined by vetted, trustworthy professional experts in over 65 categories of expertise including health & wellness, life changes, living options, money, law, and more. Contact Suzanne Newman – Answers For Elders     Email   Website    Facebook       Phone   425.802.5300 Find FREE resources on www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

In this episode, Lori La Bey talks with RJ Adler who has had an exciting marketing career. He currently represents WheelPad, which to be honest Lori had never heard of before, but she has been excited to share this gem of a company with our audience. The WheelPad concept helps people stay at home allowing independence, privacy, and connections to continue to develop and grow in a dignified fashion. Contact   RJ Adler, WheelPad L3C    Website    Email      Facebook     Youtube   Phone  802-458-7194 Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Lily Morales whose mother has what the doctors believe is Vascular Dementia. Lily is 28-years-old and has been caring for her mother for the last 8 years. She has found that the topic of dementia at her age is taboo with others her age; and she wants to change that by sharing her story. Lily would love to see a cure or a therapy to reverse symptoms so people could retain or reverse cognitive decline to live as independently as possible.  Today we will hear their story. Contact Lily Morales:     Email      Instagram   Lilymorales2394  Find FREE resources along with a variety of services atwww.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Emerson Lee, who uses they / them pronouns, is an end-of-life doula, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and founder of Happy Memories Elder Support. Their practice supports current and future elders to live fully with dementia and other disabilities. Emerson is a neurodivergent person, creative, and lover of dogs, flowers, and cake. Contact Emerson Lee Happy Memories Elder Support Phone   360-972-6076      Website   Email    Instagram    Facebook   Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Today Lori La Bey the host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio will talk with Courtney Nalty, the founder of Generational Support, LLC, a caregiver consultancy, and resource guide founded in 2020. When not busy with work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Will, and their three children, in and around her hometown of New Orleans, LA. Contact  Courtney Nalty     Website      Facebook   LinkedIn     Pinterest     Instagram @gensupport Contact Lori La Beyat www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  and access Free Educational Resources, Event Planning or Marketing and Branding 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lori La Bey talks with Norma Loeb, Founder & Executive Director of the Lewy Body Dementia Resource Center.  Norma and leaders of LBDRC are former care partners of loved ones with Lewy body dementia, so they understand the experience, and are here with loving support to help you through it.  A cure would be wonderful, but their vision is to foster early diagnosis and enhance the quality of life for people with Lewy Body Dementia and their care partners. Their website is all-inclusive.  We are live today so call in and ask your questions (323) 870-4602 Contact Lewy Body Dementia Resource Center     Websites    www.lewybodyresourcecenter.org  or  www.lbdny.org    Helpline    516-218-2026 or 833-LBD-LINE  Available 365 days a year 8am - 8pm      Facebook    Instagram   lewybodyny     Twitter   @lewybodyny Contact Lori La Beyat 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lori La Bey talks with Jill Couch who is an advocate, educator, care manager, to families touched by the dementia. Jill is the founder of Better People Care. She is a DAWN Trainer, Consultant, and DAWN Dementia Care Specialist, who leads a team of talented, devoted DAWN Dementia Care Specialists. Judy Cornish created the DAWN Method® of dementia care.  Contact Jill Couch   Email    Website   Pro31 Safe Senior Driver     Instagram     Facebook      Twitter @BetterPeopleCa1   Dawn Method – Founder Judy Cornish     Books  The Dementia Handbook or Dementia Using the DAWN Method  Contact Lori La Bey at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Kris Sundberg the Executive Director of Elder Care IQ and Elder Voice Family Advocates, an advocacy non-profit organization. As an award winning, former executive and corporate officer in Fortune 100 and entrepreneurial companies, she brings extensive experience in management, communications, and public affairs. Contact Kris Sundberg      Email    Phone  952-239-6394     Website  www.ElderVoiceFamilyAdvocates.org     Website  www.ElderCareIQ.org Facebook @Elder Voice Advocates     Twitter  @ElderVoice_MN Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lori La Bey talks with Annalee Kruger, the founder of Care Right Inc.. Annalee has helped families navigate aging, family caregiving, dementia progression, and care options for over 28 years. As a neutral third-party family meeting facilitator, she has helped families come together in care decisions and by teaching improved communication skilled, helped families across the US work as a team in their loved one’s care journey.  We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Care Right Inc. Facebook      FREE Care Right Family Caregiver Solution Facebook Group     LinkedIn Care Right Inc      YouTube      LinkedIn Annalee Kruger   Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Today, Eilon Caspi cohosts with Lori La Bey as they interview Naomi Feil who developed the Validation Method.as a response to her dissatisfaction with traditional methods. Her daughter Vicki de Klerk-Rubin has taken on the role of Executive Director of the Validation Training Institute since 2014. Contact the Validation Method    Website   Purchase Training Videos    YouTube Channel     Newsletter Signup    Facebook    LinkedIn    Twitter     Vicki de KlerkLinkedIn   Contact Eilon Caspi Check outt www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey.

Dr Daniel C. Potts joins Lori La Bey as they discuss how his father living with dementia inspired his work. Dr. Potts is international known for his foundation Cognitive Dynamics. He wants to make a variety of expressive art therapies more widely available.He is a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN)  a neurologist, author, educator, and advocate. Dr. Daniel C. Potts     LinkedIn      Wordpress Blog      Twitter     Instagram      Facebook Cognitive Dynamics     Website      Facebook      Twitter FREE resources atwww.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  Contact Lori La Bey.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Danielle Miura, who is the founder of Spark Financials, a life and financial planning firm specializing in helping family caregivers manage their money. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Danielle specializes in comprehensive financial plan development, financial education, and tax law research. Joing the conversation. We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Danielle Miura with Spark Financials Website       Twitter       Linkedin   Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact  Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

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 sounds 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 hold to having a respectful conversation. Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602 Share your personal dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product or tool you have which 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.  Please call in and share your work with us. Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602 Music Video - Halfway to Heaven Contact Information For Lori La Bey & Alzheimer’s Speaks     Website      Email     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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Holiday gatherings can reveal a lot.  Sometieims things we would prefer not to know, like seeing signs of dementia in a loved one.  One thing you can do of course is getting them into the doctor for assessment. Another is to explore things to help reduce these symptoms. It might even get you thinking about your own brain and how you can protect it. Maybe looking into making lifestyle changes. One such thing that is free is signing up for brain health program, Stronger Memory. This show is a replay of Lori La Bey talking with Robert Liebreich thePresident & CEO of Goodwin Living. Their mission is to support, honor and uplift applies equally to those they serve as well as those who provide services. This drives them to be intentional both as a best senior living and healthcare provider and as a best place to work. Today Rob will share information on the free brain health program STRONGERMEMORY as well as Goodwin Living.  Contact Goodwin Living and StrongerMemory   Website Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com   Contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Lori La Bey, talks with Jenna Zark, the author of Crooked Lines: A Single Mom’s Jewish Journey.  Both of her parents had dementia.  Jenna is a playwright whose works are produced in New York, the Midwest and at regional theaters throughout the country. She is also the director of communications at Cassia, which provides housing, health care and community services to older adults. Also joining us is Chaplain Arlen Solem.  He has been a chaplain with Emerald Crest memory care since 2018. He loves that he gets to spend his days with so many people he considers friends.     We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Information for Jenna Zark Book  Crooked Lines: A Single Mom’s Jewish Journey       Facebook  Jenna Zark Author Playwright Twitter   ZarkWriting       Instagram  AuthorJennaZark Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Today author Kirsten Levy of the book Alzheimer's Fantasy in the Key of G, joins our host Lori La Bey.  Kirsten enjoyed a long career in research and administration at Boston University and has an MBA in health care management. These twin pillars of her career, helped her when Alzheimer’s Disease hit her family circle. We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Kristen Levy       Website       LinkedIn       Facebook author page/       Instagram     klevy_writer Find FREE resources along with a variety of services atwww.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Today I will be talking with Rithvik Ganesh who is a current computer science student at MIT and Cofounder of AlzBuddy. He has participated in Alzheimer's Advocacy Work through the Alzheimer's Association and has been active in scientific research initiatives.  In addition, we have Vedant Tapiavala is a freshman at Dartmouth studying Neuroscience and Human-Centered Design and Cofounder of AlzBuddy. He has also been involved with multiple 501(c)(3) nonprofits and NGOs and is interested in medicine, likely neurosurgery. Contact AlzBuddy       Website       For Android, Amazon or Apple Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Johanna Hernandez.  She knows that being a dementia caregiver is one of the most difficult and wonderful jobs a person can have.  Johanna cared for her grandfather.  Her goal now is to provide education to caregivers while reminding them to care for themselves.  We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Johanna Hernandez       Website     Email       Facebook Page       Facebook Support  Group       Discord    Find FREE resources & a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.

Lori La Bey talks with Robert Liebreich thePresident & CEO of Goodwin Living. Their mission is to support, honor and uplift applies equally to those they serve as well as those who provide services. This drives them to be intentional both as a best senior living and healthcare provider and as a best place to work. Today Rob will share information on the free brain health program STRONGERMEMORY as well as Goodwin Living.  We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Goodwin Living and StrongerMemory   Website Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com   Contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Jane Dwinell who is an RN, Unitarian Universalist minister, and an author who lives in Vermont. She and her husband, Sky Yardley, chronicled his years living with dementia in their blog, and then book, Alzheimer’s Canyon. Join us live today and learn about their journey. all in and ask you questions or make a comment at (323) 870-4602 Sky Yardley & Jane Dwinell were together for 36 years. Sky was diagnosed with “probable early stage Alzheimer’s disease” in 2016, and he had been showing signs of memory loss since 2012. Sky was 66 when he was diagnosed.. Jane was 62. he died in 2021. Sky and Jane had written together, during his his five-year decline. Contact Author Jane Dwinell     Facebook       Purchase The Book     Find FREE resources along with a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com  contact Lori La Bey. 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 sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011.