Alzheimer's Speaks

Lori La Bey host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio talks with Lynda Everman and Don Wendorf about a new book they are involved with to help address the spiritual needs of those living with dementia.  The book Dementia-friendly Worship: A Multi-faith Handbook for Chaplains, Clergy and Faith Communities  is the first-of-its-kind handbook which enables congregations and faith communities to better serve those living with dementia.   Join us for a great conversion and learn about this initiative and others they are involved in, like UsAgainstAlzheimer's.

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Don Wendorf Email     

Faith United Against Alzheimer’s, a network of UsA2 

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Lori La Bey host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio talks with representatives from AlzAuthors: Jean Lee, Kathryn Harrison, Ann Campanella, Vicki Tapia, Marianne Sciucco and Irene Frances Olson. We will learn about a variety of this groups work which includes 200 plus authors.  They are doing amazing things to  improve life for families and professionals.

Website: https://alzauthors.com

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Jean Lee: Alzheimer’s Daughter blog: http://jeanllee.blogspot.com

Kathryn Harrison:  Website:weedsinnanasgarden.com

Ann Campanella:  Website:  www.anncampanella.com

Marianne Sciucco:  Email:  [email protected]

Vicki Tapia:  Facebook:  facebook.com/SomebodyStoleMyIron

Irene Frances Olson:  Website: www.irenefrancesolson.com

 

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Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio talks with Leah Bisiani a Registered Nurse in Australia, who also has a master’s in health science and has 35 years’ experience within aged /dementia care, establishing a highly skilled knowledge basis, establishing her as a global leader.

Leahis passionatechange maker.   Her primary vision has focused on removing negative cultures and philosophies of care while providing a voice that confrontscurrent practice and advocates rights. She has successfully demonstrated how creating environments in which persons with dementia continue to thrive.

Leah distributes and publishes her research and articles in medical journals, the aged care sector and community. She follows Ghandi’s advice - “Be the Change You Want to See in the World.”

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Email:  [email protected]

Instagram: uplifting_dementia

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/leah-bisiani-1270b558/

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Alzheimer's Speaks Radio host, Lori La Bey, talks with Gary Skole, owner of AlzBetter, a company dedicated to providing education and care management services to families affected by dementia. Learn how AlzBetter uses technology along with dementia coaching to help families. Find out exactly how a dementia coach can help you. Feel free to call in with your questions or comments at (323) 870-4602.

Contact Gary Skole with AlzBetter at:

Email:  [email protected] 

Phone:  856-281-1200

Website:  www.alzbetter.com

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Lori La Bey speaks with two franchise owners of BeeHive Homes in her home state of Minnesota.  Join the conversation and learn more about this model of care for those with dementia.  find out why the BeeHive model is different and what it has to offer families. Joe and Ioana Childs have a BeeHive home in Maple Grove, while Jing Huang and Jin Fang are opening a BeeHive home in Lakeville, Minnesota.

BeeHive Homes of Maple Grove

     Website:www.BeeHiveMapleGrove.com          Facebook: www.facebook.com/BeeHiveMapleGrove          Phone: 763-415-3900

     Address: 14901 Weaver Lake Rd., Maple Grove, MN 55311

BeeHive Homes of Lakeville

     Email:  [email protected]          Phone:  952-679-2076 and ask for Kristine Backman, Director of Nursing

     Address: 20159 Iberia Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044.

     Opening mid-August 2019. “Hard Hat” tours coming soon!

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Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Fayron Epps who has over 18 years of nursing experience. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Georgia State University Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions and as an affiliate faculty with the Gerontology Institute and Partnership for Urban Health Research.  Also joining them is Retired Army Colonel, Camilla White who has been the primary caregiver for her mother since 2014. Ms. White is also an active Community Educator for the Alzheimer’s Association, Georgia Chapter. 

They will discuss 1) the importance of church and faith and how congregations can support those living or dealing with dementia, 2) the concept of a dementia friendly faith village, 3) Challenges of being a primary care partner,  4) Ideas for selfcare 5) Removing stigma and engaging those with dementia.

Contact Information

Dr. Epps direct # 404-413-1204 to learn more about faith-based research initiatives

Faith Village Connections # 404-549-4504

FaceBook Page - Faith Village Connections

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Today Lori La Bey is going to talk with Author, Elvis Gardin, about the dynamics between a mother with Alzheimer’s disease and a son trying to protect and help her live the best life in her elderly years and at the end of life.  You will hear their story of love, courage and battles and triumphs.

Elvis has written a book about their journey and how it challenges even the best care partners intentions.  Their story will make you cry, cause you to laugh and provoke you to think more conscientiously how you care for another person. The book, “Dimensions of Dementia” is a candid and raw story which comes straight from the writers’ heart to yours.

Order your book and get it personally signed on Elvis Gardin's  website below:  www.DimensionsofDementia.com

Email:  [email protected]

 

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Lori La Bey talks with one of her favorite Dementia Professionals in the world today. Cyndy Luzinski is a strong advocate for change who truly walks her talk.  She is an advanced practice nurse, certified dementia practitioner, and the founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization to build and sustain "Dementia-Friendly Communities of Northern Colorado."    

Cyndy is personable, creative and a wealth of information but best yet, Cyndy is right here in the United States.  She is the only accredited SPECAL Coach in North America, credentialed through the Contented Dementia!

Contact Info

Website: www.DementiaFriendsNoCO.org

Email:   [email protected]

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Lori La Bey talks with Author, Sue Anne W. Kirkham about her journey assisting her father and stepmother as they struggled with declining health and the onset of dementia.  Her book "Loving Zelda: A Stepdaughter's Caregiving Journal" is an exceptional read with great insights. Learn Sue Anne's biggest takeaways, surprising moments and what she would do differently if she had an opportunity for a redo. 

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Websites:www.lovingzelda.com                www.yourrecipesforlife.com

Facebook Author Page:  https://www.facebook.com/Sue-Anne-Kirkham-2043792472585222/

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Today Lori La Bey host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio discusses the first Alzheimer's Research Trial where more than 40 academic and private clinics across the country come together to enroll hundreds of people living with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease.  Lori will be talking with Dr. Qureshi who is the executive director, of Neurology, at Biohaven pharmaceuticals and Dr. Leger a neurologist specializing in Alzheimer’s disease and who is an associate clinical professor, in Neuroscience at the University of California, San Diego.  Both are involved with the new clinic trial called T2 Protect AD.  Come join the conversation and learn about the study and how to get involved.  

Contact Information for the T2 Protect AD Trial:

Website:   www.t2protect.org

Toll-free:   833-3T2STUDY

 

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