What The Dementia

Breanna Wilson
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Welcome to What the Dementia. Join us as we dive into the world of dementia, exploring the complexities of this often misunderstood condition. We bring you expert insights, practical advice, and personal stories from those who have walked this path. Whether you're a caregiver, a loved one, or someone living with dementia, this podcast is your companion in understanding and navigating the dementia journey. We aim to empower you with knowledge, dispel common misconceptions, and foster a community of support. Tune in to What the Dementia and let's unravel the mysteries of dementia together.

  1. Aug 12

    188 | Are you giving yourself enough grace as a dementia caregiver?

    In this episode, we delve into the often overlooked aspects of the caregiving journey. We discuss the emotional complexities and challenges of caregiving, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion. ‍ This episode will cover: — The importance of giving oneself grace as a caregiver. — The reality of emotions like frustration and resentment in the caregiving journey. — The concept of trial-and-error in dementia care. — Handling complex situations. — The importance of self-care for caregivers. MENTIONED IN EPISODE: Realistic Self-Care for the Busy Dementia Care Partners | Episode 049 CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  2. Aug 5

    187 | When Dementia Care at Home Isn't Working: Hard Conversations & Finding Help

    In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss what happens when caring for a partner living with dementia at home is no longer working as intended. We answer a caregiver's question about increasing supervision needs, caregiver frustration and burnout, how to have honest conversations about needing additional support, and explore low-cost programs, respite options, and community resources that may help families navigate this stage of the dementia care journey. This episode will cover: — How to approach conversations about increasing care needs — Safety considerations for someone requiring more supervision — Strategies to reduce stress and improve quality of life at home — Low-cost dementia care and respite options for families — Community resources that may help caregivers navigate next steps MENTIONED IN EPISODE : Ultimate Resource Guide | https://letsbambu.link/guide GUIDE Program Locator | https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/where-innovation-happening#model=guiding-an-improved-dementia-experience-guide-model Local Area Agency on Aging Locator | https://eldercare.acl.gov/home Alzheimer's Association | https://www.alz.org/ Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline | 1-800-272-3900 Hilarity for Charity Caregiver Respite Programs | https://wearehfc.org/care-grants/ Memory Cafe Directory | https://dfamerica.org/memory-cafe-directory/ CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  3. Jul 29

    186 | "But, they don't remember me! What's the point of visiting?"

    In this episode, we will discuss two important questions related to visiting someone with dementia who no longer recognizes you. Should you stop visiting if they don’t remember you? And, how do you talk to family members who refuse to visit for this reason? MENTIONED IN EPISODE:  "They don't remember who I am?" — Why? | Episode 109  "They don't remember who I am?" — How do I handle it? | Episode 111 CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  4. Jul 24

    185 | Purpose of a Memory Care Facility

    In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the purpose of a memory care facility and how it compares to other care options like in-home support and skilled nursing care. We break down what memory care is designed to provide, who it’s best suited for, and how caregivers can think through whether additional help at home or a residential setting may better meet their partner’s needs. This episode will cover: — What a memory care facility is designed to provide — How memory care differs from other levels of care — When in-home support may be appropriate — Types of in-home care and support options — How to think through the best fit for your situation MENTIONED IN EPISODE | Newsletter | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://letsbambu.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Blog: What is Memory Care? | ⁠http://letsbambu.com/post/what-is-memory-care⁠ CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  5. Jul 22

    184 | Is it time for a care facility?

    In this podcast episode, we tackle a crucial topic for dementia care partners: when to consider placing your partner with dementia in a care facility. We delve into four key considerations to help you make this challenging decision, emphasizing safety, specialized care needs, caregiver burnout, and the importance of combating loneliness. ‍ This episode will cover: — Evaluating the safety of both you and your partner in the current living situation. — Addressing challenging behaviors and complex care needs that may require specialized training. — Recognizing and mitigating caregiver burnout, especially if your own health is at risk. — Considering the impact of loneliness and social isolation on your partner's well-being. CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  6. Jul 15

    183 | When Is It No Longer Safe For Someone With Dementia to Live Alone?

    In this podcast episode, we delve into a critical topic for dementia caregivers: when is it no longer safe for someone living with dementia to live alone? We emphasize the importance of safety and discuss signs that indicate it's time for 24/7 supervision. Whether you're a newly diagnosed caregiver or managing care from a distance, this episode provides valuable insights. ‍ This episode will cover: — The evolving safety considerations for dementia patients living alone. — Signs of declining home safety and judgment. — The dangers of wandering and its impact on safety. — The role of falls and medication management in determining the need for 24/7 supervision. — How occasional help may not be sufficient in managing care. — Important questions and concerns for dementia caregivers facing this transition. CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  7. Jul 10

    182 | The Side of Leqembi No one Talks About - Real Patient Stories

    In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the lesser-known side of Leqembi by exploring real-world experiences shared by people living with dementia and their care partners. We’ll look at both encouraging and difficult experiences and highlight important factors families may want to weigh when deciding whether this treatment aligns with their goals and expectations. This episode will cover: — Real experiences from people taking a newer Alzheimer's treatment, Leqembi — Different ways families define success with treatment — Questions to consider about quality of life and personal goals — Potential challenges that may arise during treatment — Why informed decision-making is important when exploring treatment options — Perspectives from both caregivers and people living with dementia **Disclaimer: Stories gathered from Reddit and YouTube CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

  8. Jul 8

    181 | Are the New Alzheimer's Drugs Effective?

    In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether newer anti-amyloid drugs for Alzheimer's disease, including Leqembi and Kisunla, truly make a meaningful difference for people living with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. We break down the findings from a large independent review, explore both the potential benefits and risks of these treatments, and discuss important questions individuals and families may want to consider when deciding whether these medications align with their goals, values, and quality of life. This episode will cover: — What an independent review found about newer Alzheimer's treatments — The difference between changes seen on scans and changes in everyday life — Potential risks and monitoring requirements associated with treatment — Factors that may influence who experiences certain side effects — Questions to help families think through treatment decisions — Why personal goals and quality of life matter when weighing options REFERENCES: Cochrane Review | https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD016297/full CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/b/linktree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

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Welcome to What the Dementia. Join us as we dive into the world of dementia, exploring the complexities of this often misunderstood condition. We bring you expert insights, practical advice, and personal stories from those who have walked this path. Whether you're a caregiver, a loved one, or someone living with dementia, this podcast is your companion in understanding and navigating the dementia journey. We aim to empower you with knowledge, dispel common misconceptions, and foster a community of support. Tune in to What the Dementia and let's unravel the mysteries of dementia together.

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  • Creator
    Breanna Wilson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    188
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Breanna Wilson
  • Show Website
    What The Dementia