“The Positive Benefits of Music Therapy” - Guest: Dr. Concetta M. Tomaino, DA, LCAT, MT-BC

How can Music assist in the “awakening and healing” of individuals with neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias?  How is music effective in the care of individuals with these conditions?  Join Dana with today’s guest, Dr. Concetta Tomaino, the Executive Director/Co-Foun…

“Memories of Mom and her journey with younger onset Alzheimer’s disease”-  Guest: Jay Allen

Start the New Year by listening to Dana’s interview with Country Music artist, Jay Allen, who was formerly one of the top contestants on THE VOICE, Season 22.  An Alzheimer’s Association Celebrity Champion, Jay has brought more awareness about the disease through his advocacy and music talent. His …

"Latest Research and Trends in Alzheimer’s Disease”-   Guest: Amy French

How close are we to a cure for Alzheimer’s disease? What are some effective medications that might slow the progression of this disease? Amy French, who manages programs and education at the Alzheimer’s Association in Chattanooga, Tennessee joins Dana to answer some of the most common questions abo…

"A Young Person’s Perspective on Alzheimer’s Disease," Guest: Mariah Bell

Olympic figure skater and Alzheimer’s Association Celebrity Champion Mariah Bell joins Dana to talk about her late grandmother’s battle with Alzheimer’s and what she and her family learned as they helped care for her during her final years. Mariah shares her favorite memories of her grandma, how sh…

“Live Life with Urgency, Instead of Emergency.”- Guest: Robyn Moore

Robyn Moore, an Alzheimer's champion and Australia's most in-demand speaker, joins Dana’s podcast in a thoughtful and lively conversation today, giving insights and perspectives of her own caregiving experiences, and also discussing the appropriate balance of humor and compassion in caring for thos…

Alzheimer's disease and the African American Population; "We Can no Longer be Silent" - Guest: Fayron Epps, PhD

Registered Nurse, professor, and faith leader Dr. Fayron Epps joins Dana for a wide-ranging conversation about Alzheimer’s and other dementias in the African-American community, and how faith-based programs can provide resources for families and care partners facing the disease. Dana and Dr. Epps d…

"Perspectives from a Male Caregiver" - Guest: Bo Bienvenu

Care partner, husband, and father, Bo Bienvenu joins Dana for a moving conversation about his experiences caring for his wife Maddie. Dana and Bo discuss the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in the U.S., and how that’s resulted in a growing number of male care partners. Bo open…

“Alzheimer’s disease as a “Trip Back in Time" - Guest: Chris Johnson, PhD

Gerontologist, professor, and advocate Dr. Chris Johnson joins Dana for a thoughtful conversation about his acclaimed research into Alzheimer’s disease as a “trip back in time.” Dr. Johnson shares learning to conceptualize Alzheimer’s disease can help care partners better understand and cope with e…

"Perspectives on Caregiving and the WOW Factor" - Guest: Leeza Gibbons

T.V. personality and entrepreneur Leeza Gibbons (Entertainment Tonight, Leeza) joins the podcast! Leeza opens up about her own journey as a caretaker for her mother Jean, and shares how that experience inspired her to create the Leeza Gibbons Care Connection. Dana and Leeza introduce listeners to t…

"It’s Happening and We Don’t Understand It" - Guest: Christine Ebersole

Tony and Emmy award-winning actress Christine Ebersole (Bob Hearts Abishola, Grey Gardens) joins Dana for the first episode of The Memory Whisperer! Dana and Christine discuss Christine’s experience caring for her mother after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis and share their tips for interacting with frie…