Alzheimer's Speaks

Today our Guest will be Author, Gary Joseph LeBlanc. 

Gary writes a weekly column of “Common Sense Caregiving” in the Hernando Today, Tampa Tribune, and many other health publications.

His writings utilize his 3,000 plus days of personal caregiving experience to help other Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers cope with the everyday challenges and emotional struggles of caring for the memory-impaired.

Gary’s book is wonderful!  It is filled with great insights, tips, quotes, and poems.  I can’t believe how much I’ve dog eared and highlighted portions of my book for easy reference to his brilliant yet practical thoughts.

Kudos Gary!  I can’t wait to have you on the show!

Alan Arnette who is climbing The7 Summits Climb for Alzheimer's to Raise awareness and funds for the Disease will also be joining us later in the show.

http://www.climb4ad.com/

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For eight years, Laura Beck (MPAff) has served on the staff of The Eden Alternative, an international, non-profit organization focused on creating quality of life for Elders and their care partners.  Currently Learning and Development Guide for the organization, she began her work with The Eden Alternative developing a way to apply the Eden Alternative Philosophy to home and community-based care. 
As the daughter of an Eden-nurtured Elder who lived with Alzheimer’s disease for ten years, Laura has experienced first-hand the powerful effect of person-directed care, particularly as it impacts the lives of individuals living with dementia.  Her personal journey with her own aging parents and a young son, Ethan, inspire her professional commitment to changing the culture of care via the creation of supportive, intergenerational communities.

Here are a few things we will discuss...
Defining Elders as "people who by virtue of life experience are here to teach us how to live." Thus, Elders have a gift or legacy to give, no matter who they are or what their limitations might be Distinguish between caregiving and care partnering The healing power of being able to give as well as receive
Here is The Eden Alternative Website http://www.edenalt.org/

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For eight years, Laura Beck (MPAff) has served on the staff of The Eden Alternative, an international, non-profit organization focused on creating quality of life for Elders and their care partners.  Currently Learning and Development Guide for the organization, she began her work with The Eden Alternative developing a way to apply the Eden Alternative Philosophy to home and community-based care. 

As the daughter of an Eden-nurtured Elder who lived with Alzheimer’s disease for ten years, Laura has experienced first-hand the powerful effect of person-directed care, particularly as it impacts the lives of individuals living with dementia.  Her personal journey with her own aging parents and a young son, Ethan, inspire her professional commitment to changing the culture of care via the creation of supportive, intergenerational communities.

Here are a few things we will discuss...

Defining Elders as "people who by virtue of life experience are here to teach us how to live." Thus, Elders have a gift or legacy to give, no matter who they are or what their limitations might be Distinguish between caregiving and care partnering The healing power of being able to give as well as receive

Here is The Eden Alternative Website http://www.edenalt.org/

Prelude Homes & Services Offering a New Way of Living
Guests Today:  Janelle Johnson, Campus Director - Prelude, and Suzi Shuman, Director of Sales and Marketing - API
Mission
Providing elders & their families resources to live successfully in their own homes; Providing compassionate, state-of-the art care for those who seek service-enriched housing; Providing a place of peace, comfort, and hope for those desiring end-of-life care; All within a community built on Biblical principles.
Prelude Cottages are a safe haven for those with memory loss, offering a unique combination of environment, technology, & specialized care.  They offer compassionate, state-of-the-art memory care in a unique residential care setting.  Plus, resources and support to help seniors to live successfully in their own homes
SUPERIOR SETTING....SUPERIOR CARE
Website:   http://preludecares.com/
Prelude Homes has partnered with Allied Professionals, Inc. (API) is one of the most experienced, professional and sought-after Home Care Providers, supplemental medical & dental staffing agency.  API has 20+ years of successfully serving a broad client base, we continue to set standards that lead the health care industry.  When you need knowledgeable, proactive and professional medical/dental and staffing support, we know what you're going through.  We've been there.  And we can help you, 24-7.
Website:  http://www.alliedprofessionals.com

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Prelude Homes & Services Offering a New Way of Living

Guests Today:  Janelle Johnson, Campus Director - Prelude, and Suzi Shuman, Director of Sales and Marketing - API

Mission

Providing elders & their families resources to live successfully in their own homes; Providing compassionate, state-of-the art care for those who seek service-enriched housing; Providing a place of peace, comfort, and hope for those desiring end-of-life care; All within a community built on Biblical principles.

Prelude Cottages are a safe haven for those with memory loss, offering a unique combination of environment, technology, & specialized care.  They offer compassionate, state-of-the-art memory care in a unique residential care setting.  Plus, resources and support to help seniors to live successfully in their own homes

SUPERIOR SETTING....SUPERIOR CARE

Website:   http://preludecares.com/

Prelude Homes has partnered with Allied Professionals, Inc. (API) is one of the most experienced, professional and sought-after Home Care Providers, supplemental medical & dental staffing agency.  API has 20+ years of successfully serving a broad client base, we continue to set standards that lead the health care industry.  When you need knowledgeable, proactive and professional medical/dental and staffing support, we know what you're going through.  We've been there.  And we can help you, 24-7.

Website:  http://www.alliedprofessionals.com

I am THRILLED to have on our show today Michael D. Shmerling, Chairman of the Board and Andrew Sandler, CEO of Abe's Garden.
Abe’s Garden Mission Statement:
Abe’s Garden will be a center of excellence for persons diagnosed and suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. The goal of this facility is to transform the full continuum of care for those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias throughout the United States by providing an unprecedented level of care and comprehensive array of services. It is also a site for research and teaching setting a new standard for future programs and facilities caring for our nation’s rapidly expanding senior population. Abe’s Garden is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization currently accepting contributions online.
Check out the website
http://www.abesgarden.org

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I am THRILLED to have on our show today Michael D. Shmerling, Chairman of the Board and Andrew Sandler, CEO of Abe's Garden.

Abe’s Garden Mission Statement:

Abe’s Garden will be a center of excellence for persons diagnosed and suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. The goal of this facility is to transform the full continuum of care for those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias throughout the United States by providing an unprecedented level of care and comprehensive array of services. It is also a site for research and teaching setting a new standard for future programs and facilities caring for our nation’s rapidly expanding senior population. Abe’s Garden is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization currently accepting contributions online.

Check out the website

http://www.abesgarden.org

Dr. Doug Wornell, Geriatric Psychiatrist is the Author of "Wandering Explorers - A Practical Dementia for Families and Caregivers"
This show will offer you a great opportunity to call in and ask Dr. Wornell a question.
Below is a peak at Dr. Wornell's philosophy-
“Wandering Explorers” is a term Dr.Wornell, uses for those with moderate to severe dementia. It suggests a cognitive limitation and yet notes a purpose in behavior and activity. As with children, we have a responsibility to see that these “Explorers” are as content and healthy as possible. Dementia care requires no less sensitivity or sophistication of care than that in the management of children. After acceptance, we can find other important ways to manage patients with dementia. Some of these are minimizing medication, maximizing appropriate social stimulation, and continuously being prepared for change.

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Dr. Doug Wornell, Geriatric Psychiatrist is the Author of "Wandering Explorers - A Practical Dementia for Families and Caregivers"

This show will offer you a great opportunity to call in and ask Dr. Wornell a question.

Below is a peak at Dr. Wornell's philosophy-

“Wandering Explorers” is a term Dr.Wornell, uses for those with moderate to severe dementia. It suggests a cognitive limitation and yet notes a purpose in behavior and activity. As with children, we have a responsibility to see that these “Explorers” are as content and healthy as possible. Dementia care requires no less sensitivity or sophistication of care than that in the management of children. After acceptance, we can find other important ways to manage patients with dementia. Some of these are minimizing medication, maximizing appropriate social stimulation, and continuously being prepared for change.

Memory Loss – How is Caring For Your Spouse Different?
This show will give us great insight to those caring for a spouse or significant other with Memory Loss. The twists and turns dementia gives any Caregiver can be challenging, but as a spouse or significant other, there are additional obstacles in the road that need to be dealt with.  Find out what they are and how these women have dealt with them on their journey.  Please know, we will also be discussing the pure beauty found in their relationships as the disease becomes an intricate part of their lives.
Eileen Smithlives in New Zealand and has been caring for her husband Ray who was diagnosed in 2001 at the age of 54. After Ray’s illness declined rapidly in a four month period he was in need of more care. Eileen had to make the difficult decision to place him where Ray could give receive more care. In May of 2006, Ray moved to a community.  Ray no longer speaks, feeds himself and is in need of support when walking.  He is also double incontinent.
 
MaryBeth Watson  lives in Dallas Texas.  Her husband Dale was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease in February 2007.  Upon diagnosis, MaryBeth suspended working to share Dale’s good days with him.  She says the diagnosis changed the trajectory of her life – in a good way.  She has used this experience to acquire practical knowledge which she taps into to support other caregivers and to advise others in Long Term Care strategies.
Please feel free to call in to ask questions or make a comment or post a question in the chat room. If you are not able to make the show live, feel free to email me your questions directly.

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