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Dementia Care Partner Podcast with Teepa Snow

Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
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This is the Dementia Care Partner Podcast, a podcast to help you navigate the senior care maze. Learn and laugh with us as we discuss creative solutions and ideas to common and uncommon dementia care challenges, and how to make sense of the senior care industry and options even if you're not a professional. Are you caring for a person living with dementia? We would love to hear from you! Send us a note at info@teepasnow.com and tell us what you'd like for us to discuss! You can also visit our website at www.teepasnow.com.

  1. 6D AGO

    343: Alzheimer and Dementia Care Education Week: What to Learn First

    In honor of National Alzheimer and Dementia Care Educators Week (Feb 14–21), Teepa Snow and Greg Phelps take on a specific headline that reads: You can be a dementia therapy practitioner by next week. They unpack why quick certification promises can miss what matters most—building real, person-centered skills that help you respond to brain change in the moment, with confidence and respect. Ready to move beyond quick-fix dementia training? Join the Positive Approach to Care® Dementia Trainer Certification (live online) to build practical, person-centered skills you can use—and teach. Next live online dates: Feb 17–18, 2026 This podcast is distributed on third-party platforms (including Spotify and Apple Podcasts) to make listening more accessible and convenient for our community. Our presence on any platform does not indicate endorsement of that platform, its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising practices, or any other content hosted or shared there. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™).

    8 min

  2. FEB 6

    342: Dementia Is Not Just Alzheimer Disease

    Is dementia the same thing as Alzheimer disease? Not exactly, and that difference can matter a lot when new symptoms show up. In this episode, Teepa Snow and Greg Phelps explain that dementia is an umbrella term and Alzheimer disease is one specific type of dementia under that umbrella. They then discuss the way that each form of dementia, with its specific pattern of brain change, can result in different real-life challenges—such as how visual hallucinations and frequent falls are far more common in some forms (like Lewy body dementia) and why sudden hallucinations in someone diagnosed with Alzheimer dementia may be a cue to look for something else that may be going on (illness, medication issues, etc.). In this episode, you’ll learn: • What dementia means—and why it’s not one single diagnosis • The basics of what’s often typical in Alzheimer patterns over time • Why hallucinations, delusions, and sudden body changes can be important to notice Want a deeper dive beyond today’s episode? Watch Teepa’s Understanding Different Dementias (12-part recorded series) to learn common patterns, changes to notice, and how your approach can shift based on the type of dementia. This podcast is educational and not medical advice. If symptoms change suddenly or feel urgent, consider contacting a licensed healthcare professional. This podcast is distributed on third-party platforms (including Spotify and Apple Podcasts) to make listening more accessible and convenient for our community. Our presence on any platform does not indicate endorsement of that platform, its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising practices, or any other content hosted or shared there. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™).

    8 min

  3. JAN 30

    341: Too Much Dementia Advice? Start with A Simple Pause

    When you or someone you know is diagnosed with dementia, the advice avalanche soon follows: diets, supplements, medications, gadgets, and more. In this episode, Teepa Snow and Greg Phelps slow it all down and start where care partners actually need to start: pause, take a breath, and take inventory. Teepa explains why a dementia diagnosis can mean many different things—and why jumping straight into trying to fix things can create more fear and confusion. Instead, she offers a steadier path: get curious about what’s happening right now, name what you’re feeling, and reduce the urgency so you can make clearer decisions. You’ll also hear a simple, powerful reset that helps someone move out of panic mode: “Are you okay?”—a small interruption that creates space for real support. Helpful next step (product tie-in): If you want personalized guidance (without chasing fast fixes), consider a Care Partner Consult with a PAC-trained mentor—an individual conversation to talk through what’s happening and identify practical first steps to move forward. To inquire, email info@teepasnow.com. Our content is available on Spotify to make it easy for our community to listen to. Our presence on Spotify does not indicate endorsement of Spotify, or its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising, or any content shared on the platform. The views and opinions expressed during this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™)

    7 min

  4. JAN 23

    340: Before You’re Drowning: Why Care Partners Need Support Sooner—Not Later

    Families supporting individuals living with dementia can face challenges such as sleepless nights, isolation, and not being prepared with a backup plan for care. In this candid conversation, Teepa Snow explains why waiting for a crisis makes everything harder—and how early, family-wide support can protect relationships, reduce burnout, and prevent care partners from feeling like they’re carrying everything alone. Waiting until a crisis makes everything harder — especially for care partners already stretched thin. Challenging Behaviors: Using a Positive Approach® helps families recognize unmet needs behind distress, respond earlier, and prevent situations from escalating. This podcast is distributed on third-party platforms (including Spotify and Apple Podcasts) to make listening more accessible and convenient for our community. Our presence on any platform does not indicate endorsement of that platform, its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising practices, or any other content hosted or shared there. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™).

    6 min

  5. JAN 16

    339: Did We Promise This? Rethinking Marriage, Dementia, and What Care Partnering Really Means

    Should dementia really be written into wedding vows—or is that the wrong question altogether? In this thought-provoking conversation, Teepa Snow and Greg explore what care partnering truly means, and why it doesn’t always mean providing hands-on care. They also explore the ways that couples can rethink roles, strengths, and shared commitment as life—and brain change—reshapes the relationship. Care partnering isn’t just about tasks — it’s about relationships, roles, and shared humanity. A Family’s Journey Through Dementia — A Play brings these realities to life through storytelling, humor, and honest moments that reflect how couples and families adapt together over time. This DVD invites us to rethink partnership, recognize strengths beyond hands-on care, and explore what commitment can look like as life and brain change evolve. This podcast is distributed on third-party platforms (including Spotify and Apple Podcasts) to make listening more accessible and convenient for our community. Our presence on any platform does not indicate endorsement of that platform, its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising practices, or any other content hosted or shared there. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™).

    7 min

  6. JAN 9

    338: When Families Are Caught Off Guard: Choosing Care That Truly Fits

    When a hospital stay or other occurrence reveals unexpected brain change, families are often forced to make fast care decisions without a clear roadmap. In this episode, Teepa Snow is joined by senior advisor Tim Walsh to unpack why knowing what you’re shopping for matters—and how hands-on skill-building can change the way families, advisors, and communities support people living with dementia. When families are suddenly thrust into making care decisions, knowing how to help often matters more than knowing what to do. It’s All in Your Approach® focuses on the practical, hands-on skills that change everyday interactions — reducing distress, building trust, and truly supporting the person living with brain change. This DVD reinforces the episode’s message that informed choices and skill-building can transform care outcomes, even when families feel unprepared. This podcast is distributed on third-party platforms (including Spotify and Apple Podcasts) to make listening more accessible and convenient for our community. Our presence on any platform does not indicate endorsement of that platform, its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising practices, or any other content hosted or shared there. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™).

    8 min

  7. JAN 2

    337: Looking Ahead with Purpose: Hope for Dementia Care in 2026

    As 2025 comes to a close, dementia care expert Teepa Snow reflects on progress made—and shares what gives her hope for the year ahead: stronger foundations, global connection, and care that truly delivers what it promises. This forward-looking conversation invites care partners, professionals, and organizations to rethink awareness, skill-building, and what it really means to create communities that work well for everyone. If we’re going to build dementia care that truly delivers on its promises, we need a shared understanding of how brain change unfolds — and how support must shift along the way. Progression of Dementia: Seeing GEMS® — Not Just Loss offers a hopeful, practical framework for recognizing abilities, adjusting expectations, and responding with intention at every stage. This DVD supports the future-focused conversation in this episode by helping care partners, professionals, and communities build stronger foundations rooted in skill, awareness, and respect. This podcast is distributed on third-party platforms (including Spotify and Apple Podcasts) to make listening more accessible and convenient for our community. Our presence on any platform does not indicate endorsement of that platform, its owners, its policies, moderation decisions, advertising practices, or any other content hosted or shared there. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™).

    6 min

  8. 10/24/2025 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    327: Why Finding the Right Place for Someone Living With Dementia is So Challenging

    Why do today’s care options often feel more like luxury hotels than true homes—and why do so many still fall short for people living with dementia? Teepa and Greg unpack what’s happening in the care system today, why finding the right fit has become so difficult, and what families can do to navigate the challenges with more clarity and confidence. ✨ Want to see an example of what effective support looks like? Watch A Family’s Journey Through Dementia – A Play (DVD) to explore the difference PAC skills can make in creating true quality of life.

    6 min
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This is the Dementia Care Partner Podcast, a podcast to help you navigate the senior care maze. Learn and laugh with us as we discuss creative solutions and ideas to common and uncommon dementia care challenges, and how to make sense of the senior care industry and options even if you're not a professional. Are you caring for a person living with dementia? We would love to hear from you! Send us a note at info@teepasnow.com and tell us what you'd like for us to discuss! You can also visit our website at www.teepasnow.com.

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  • Creator
    Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    331
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care
  • Show Website
    Dementia Care Partner Podcast with Teepa Snow
  • Provider
    POSITIVE APPROACH LLC