Love Conquers Alz

Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess
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Love Conquers Alz

2024 #1 ALL TIME DEMENTIA PODCAST /GOODPODS and 2020 WINNER BEST PODCAST - New Media Film Festival. Caregivers have one of the hardest jobs in the world. Having both been caregivers for a family member affected with Alzheimer’s, Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess both know this is a disease that cannot be faced alone. In fact, their Oscar Qualified film based on Susie's Mother, MY MOM AND THE GIRL starring Valerie Harper in her final performance - has and continues to touch people all over the world. Their goal was to let others know they are not on their own and to help them find the JOY in the journey. And that's just what they do in their Podcast "Love Conquers Alz".

  1. KRISTINA HAYES: Step by Step - Using Dance to Navigate Dementia

    MAR 12

    KRISTINA HAYES: Step by Step - Using Dance to Navigate Dementia

    In this episode of Love Conquers Alz, Don and I sit down with Kristina Hayes, the inspiring founder of Waltz Through Life. Kristina shares her journey of using dance, movement, and creativity to support individuals and families navigating the challenges of aging, dementia, and caregiving. Through her unique approach, she brings joy, connection, and healing to those who need it most. We explore the power of music, movement, and mindfulness in transforming the caregiving experience. I kno...

    1h 1m
  2. DR. ALLEN POWER: Reimagining Dementia Care with Compassion and Community

    JAN 31

    DR. ALLEN POWER: Reimagining Dementia Care with Compassion and Community

    Imagine your loved one living with Alzheimer's in a place where they could truly feel at home, free from the fear of wandering. This episode shares heartfelt stories of personal experiences, including my own mother's joyful time in a vibrant Los Angeles loft community. Join my co-host, Don Priess and I, as we welcome esteemed guest Dr. Allen Power, a renowned geriatrician, whose compassionate approach to dementia care challenges traditional methods and focuses on creating environments that fo...

    1h 10m
  3. DANIEL CLARK: For Transparency in Elder Care - First Stop ELDERado

    JAN 17

    DANIEL CLARK: For Transparency in Elder Care - First Stop ELDERado

    Finding the right elder care for your loved ones shouldn't be a stressful challenge. But for most of us it is. Elder care is EXPENSIVE! Yet, families everywhere grapple with the lack of reliable information. Imagine if booking elder care were as easy as booking a hotel. In this episode of Love Conquers Alz, we sit down with Daniel Clarke, the visionary founder of Elderado— which is not a Cadillac or a song by ELO, but rather the perfect name for a groundbreaking web platform designed ...

    53 min

  4. JAN 6

    TIM AND TANNIS ROBERTS: Echos of Love - The Power of Preserving Memories & Safeguarding Stories with EchoBox Memory Vault

    Navigating the emotional labyrinth of Alzheimer's care can be both heartbreaking and frustrating, especially when personalized care falls by the wayside. Our journey begins with a relatable exploration of these challenges—stories of care facilities that miss the mark on truly understanding their residents, turning beloved family members into mere room numbers. We wrap this poignant narrative with a lighthearted twist, sharing personal anecdotes about how life’s quirks and ailments can be surp...

    43 min
  5. MARTIN J. SCHREIBER: My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

    12/15/2024

    MARTIN J. SCHREIBER: My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

    What better way to celebrate our 100th episode than with an interview that truly reflects the definition and the title of our show: Love Conquers Alz. Former Wisconsin Gov. Martin J. Schreiber is an award-winning crusader for Alzheimer's caregivers and persons with dementia and author of the best selling novel, My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver. Since 2016, Marty has been campaigning unlike anything he experienced while in office. Rather than seekin...

    1h 9m
  6. BETSY WURZEL: Empowering Caregivers Through Passionate Advocacy

    12/02/2024

    BETSY WURZEL: Empowering Caregivers Through Passionate Advocacy

    Betsy Wurzel started her career as a Talk Show Host at Passionate World Talk Radio and the name of her show was Chatting with Betsy. Betsy is also is an unwavering advocate for Alzheimer's caregivers who shares her own heartfelt experiences caring for her husband, Matt Sloan. Her stories are candid and passionate and truly exemplify the transformative power of love, humor, and community in the difficult landscape of dementia care. Shifting gears, we confront the murky waters of hospice care—...

    53 min
  7. DR. MARC ROTHMAN: Transforming Caregiving and the Perception of Dementia Through the Arts

    11/12/2024

    DR. MARC ROTHMAN: Transforming Caregiving and the Perception of Dementia Through the Arts

    In Episode 98, Don and I have a fantastic conversation with Dr. Marc Rothman, MD,founder and president of the Dementia Spring Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) venture studio that invests in visual and performing artists and innovators who are changing the prevailing narrative of dementia and bringing joy and creativity to the dementia community through their work. Founded in 2020, the Artist Network now includes over 200 artists and innovators from around the world who are grappling with me...

    1h 21m
  8. LIZETTE CLOETE: Have You Heard of Elopement in Dementia? What Caregivers Should Know.

    10/26/2024

    LIZETTE CLOETE: Have You Heard of Elopement in Dementia? What Caregivers Should Know.

    Elopement usually conjures up visions of secret excursions or maybe even the Elvis Chapel in Las Vegas. But elopement is also used to describe what happens when someone with dementia or cognitive loss leaves a safe area, such as a home or care facility, without supervision or awareness of the potential dangers. In dementia care facilities, it is a heartbreaking reality that needs urgent attention. With over 30 years of experience as an occupational-therapist-turned-dementia-coach and ...

    1h 12m
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    2024 #1 ALL TIME DEMENTIA PODCAST /GOODPODS and 2020 WINNER BEST PODCAST - New Media Film Festival. Caregivers have one of the hardest jobs in the world. Having both been caregivers for a family member affected with Alzheimer’s, Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess both know this is a disease that cannot be faced alone. In fact, their Oscar Qualified film based on Susie's Mother, MY MOM AND THE GIRL starring Valerie Harper in her final performance - has and continues to touch people all over the world. Their goal was to let others know they are not on their own and to help them find the JOY in the journey. And that's just what they do in their Podcast "Love Conquers Alz".

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    • Creator
      Susie Singer Carter and Don Priess
    • Years Active
      2019 - 2025
    • Episodes
      105
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      © 2025 Love Conquers Alz
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