The Disappearing Mind Podcast

The Disappearing Mind Podcast

por Senior Living Near Me
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Temporada 1

When Your Loved One Refuses a Diagnosis: One Woman’s Story

In this week's episode, Host Dawn Platt engages in a candid conversation with her colleague, Brenda, regarding the challenges she faces in caring for her mother who has vascular dementia compounded by diabetes. Brenda reveals the distressing reality of her mother's condition, including delusions and violent outbursts, often directed towards Brenda’s father (her husband) and Brenda herself. Despite her mother's unwillingness to accept help and accept her diagnosis, Brenda remains steadfast in her efforts to provide support and care. This discussion sheds light on the complex and demanding nature of caregiving for individuals with dementia and underscores the need for increased awareness and support for families facing similar circumstances.
T1 · E21
13 mar 2024
45:53

There's No Reasoning With Confusion: How Redirection Can Help

In this week's episode, host Dawn Platt shares a prevalent topic from her recent virtual support group discussion: redirection. Dementia patients may get "stuck" on an idea or concept that may not be logical or actionable. Given the challenge of logical reasoning with dementia, how can you alter or divert your loved one's attention to prevent frustration or agitation? Dawn provides valuable insights into understanding how individuals with dementia perceive different types of responses, advice on how to learn redirection and reasoning behind the effectiveness of redirection.
T1 · E20
7 mar 2024
34:17

In the Caregiver's Shoes: A Son's Experience with Dementia

Join Host Dawn Platt on this week's episode as she sits down with Jeff, a Memory Care Director, who shares his personal journey as a son caring for parents battling Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Jeff offers insights from his professional experience and from a male caregiver's perspective, highlighting the crucial role of family in navigating the complexities of caregiving. Additionally, he provides advice on self-care for caregivers, discusses the benefits of transitioning loved ones to a senior living community, and shares valuable tips for supporting those with dementia. Tune in for Jeff's heartfelt reflections and compassionate guidance on navigating the challenges of caregiving.
T1 · E19
1 mar 2024
36:23

Alzheimer's At Home: Tips to De-escalate Aggression When Your Loved One Lives With You

In this week's episode, Host Dawn Platt chats with EJ, a woman whose mother-in-law has Alzheimer’s disease and lives with her family. They discuss strategies for de-escalating a loved one’s aggressive behavior as EJ seeks advice from her own experience. They also share helpful antidotes on managing common dementia and Alzheimer’s triggers and behaviors in a multi-generational household.
T1 · E18
22 feb 2024
44:36

Advocating for Seniors: Host Dawn Platt Discusses Visit to FL Capital for Memory Care Legislation

In this week’s new episode, Host Dawn Platt talks about her recent visit to Tallahassee for Florida Advocacy Days with the Florida Senior Living Association, where she had the opportunity to discuss crucial impending laws and regulations around memory care with senators, legislators and representatives. Dawn is joined by Danielle, whose father has been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, to answer her questions about these regulations and what they will mean to the future of memory care in Florida.
T1 · E17
15 feb 2024
33:46

Is It Truly Dementia? The Importance of Consulting with a Neurologist

Host Dawn Platt speaks with Board Certified Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist Dr. Michelle Boudreau on the importance of seeing a neurologist when there are memory issues or concerns. They also discuss the latest dementia medications as well as the challenges of increasing dementia cases.
T1 · E16
8 feb 2024
39:01

Rooted in Care: Eldergrow Helps Dementia Residents Thrive

In this week's podcast episode, host Dawn Platt had the opportunity to speak with Eldergrow CEO Orla Concannon. Eldergrow focuses on bringing nature indoors to senior living communities using therapeutic horticulture designed to fit spaces as small as a desk. They discuss how the program provides many benefits for those with dementia such as sensory stimulation, enhancing motor skills and promoting memory recall. Additionally, the conversation emphasizes the positive impact of Eldergrow's approach on the well-being of seniors in these communities, highlighting the broader benefits of gardening beyond its therapeutic aspects.
T1 · E15
1 feb 2024
37:48

Dementia, Estate Planning & Caregiver Support: A Conversation with Attorney Ed Wollman

What happens when dementia strikes and families suddenly find themselves locked out of critical decisions and finances? Host Dawn Platt sits down with Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney Ed Wollman, Managing Partner of Wollman, Gehrke & Associates, P.A., to uncover the shocking legal realities that blindside families facing cognitive decline. Ed reveals how the absence of proper estate planning and medical documents can lead to costly emergency proceedings, financial devastation, and emotional turmoil - and shares the insider strategies that could save your family thousands. From advance directives to the critical timing of legal planning, this episode delivers the hard truths about protecting your loved ones before crisis strikes.
T1 · E14
25 ene 2024
44:41

Impactful Stories: Marjorie's memory loss anxiety (and coping mechanisms that helped!)

Marjorie's narrative unfolds further as she goes from social butterfly to introverted and withdrawn. Host Dawn Platt delves into the items used as coping mechanisms and how they helped alleviate Marjorie’s anxiety around her memory loss. She further shares the profound impact of dementia on rational thinking when those items are misplaced, often resulting in unexpected and heightened reactions from the individual.
T1 · E13
18 ene 2024
40:28

Impactful Stories: Navigating Marjorie's Memory Loss (continued)

This week's podcast continues the story of Marjorie, a dementia resident that impacted host Dawn Platt's career. Marjorie's personality changed vastly throughout her dementia journey and her personal care needs had to change with her. Host Dawn Platt also discusses examples of how dementia patients experience a wide array of misperceptions, including visual and spatial, age confusion, or short term memory-loss.
T1 · E12
11 ene 2024
48:16
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