44 min
The Power of Early Diagnosis in Dementia Caregiving The Caring Corner
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- Self-Improvement
In this episode of The Caring Corner, host Mischelle O'Neal has a special guest joining her – Liletta Harlem, an extraordinary speaker, author, and passionate advocate for women's and caregivers' empowerment.
Liletta's journey into advocacy began with a personal story that speaks to many. After her mother's dementia diagnosis, she faced the complex world of caregiving, its emotional ties, and the medical maze.
Recognizing the challenges that particularly affect women in this role, she established a beacon of support through her nonprofit, My Natural Me.
In today's talk, we'll unravel the layers of caregiving. From the importance of early and accurate dementia diagnosis the critical need for self-advocacy in medical settings, to the unfair emotional toll dementia takes on both the individual and their loved ones.
We'll also explore how to build a support system that ensures you, as a caregiver, are not going at it alone – because caring for oneself is just as important as caring for others.
Get ready to be uplifted as we discuss turning experiences into advocacy, finding strength in community, and cherishing each moment with your loved ones, emphasizing the value of shared experiences and support.
00:00 Lalita Harmon leads nonprofit empowering women and girls.
04:33 Empowering women facing caregiving challenges amid pandemic.
09:46 Proper diagnosis is essential for dementia care.
12:19 Identify dementia type for effective care plan.
14:42 Frustration with lack of health care support.
19:32 Caregivers face guilt from work and home.
23:09 Finding community alleviates isolation and guilt.
26:46 Caregivers need their own support system.
30:51 Neglecting self-care leads to physical decline.
32:21 "Be your own advocate and create moments."
34:37 Recognize cognitive impairment to slow its progression.
38:57 Early diagnosis, lifestyle changes can slow Alzheimer's.
How to find Liletta:
Website:
www.mynaturalme.org
LinkedIn:
Liletta Harlem
Instagram:
Liletta Harlem
Facebook:
My Natural Me Woman
In this episode of The Caring Corner, host Mischelle O'Neal has a special guest joining her – Liletta Harlem, an extraordinary speaker, author, and passionate advocate for women's and caregivers' empowerment.
Liletta's journey into advocacy began with a personal story that speaks to many. After her mother's dementia diagnosis, she faced the complex world of caregiving, its emotional ties, and the medical maze.
Recognizing the challenges that particularly affect women in this role, she established a beacon of support through her nonprofit, My Natural Me.
In today's talk, we'll unravel the layers of caregiving. From the importance of early and accurate dementia diagnosis the critical need for self-advocacy in medical settings, to the unfair emotional toll dementia takes on both the individual and their loved ones.
We'll also explore how to build a support system that ensures you, as a caregiver, are not going at it alone – because caring for oneself is just as important as caring for others.
Get ready to be uplifted as we discuss turning experiences into advocacy, finding strength in community, and cherishing each moment with your loved ones, emphasizing the value of shared experiences and support.
00:00 Lalita Harmon leads nonprofit empowering women and girls.
04:33 Empowering women facing caregiving challenges amid pandemic.
09:46 Proper diagnosis is essential for dementia care.
12:19 Identify dementia type for effective care plan.
14:42 Frustration with lack of health care support.
19:32 Caregivers face guilt from work and home.
23:09 Finding community alleviates isolation and guilt.
26:46 Caregivers need their own support system.
30:51 Neglecting self-care leads to physical decline.
32:21 "Be your own advocate and create moments."
34:37 Recognize cognitive impairment to slow its progression.
38:57 Early diagnosis, lifestyle changes can slow Alzheimer's.
How to find Liletta:
Website:
www.mynaturalme.org
LinkedIn:
Liletta Harlem
Instagram:
Liletta Harlem
Facebook:
My Natural Me Woman
44 min