From miraculous brain supplements to artificial intelligence-generated health claims, today’s online world is full of noise—and care partners are often left trying to sort fact from fiction. In this episode, Teepa Snow and Greg Phelps unpack why misleading dementia headlines spread so quickly, how manipulative ads masquerade as science, and what red flags to look for before clicking add to cart.

Teepa also explains why personalized guidance matters far more than the latest trending cure, and how PAC™ offers real human support when you’re unsure what (or whom) to trust.

This episode exposes miraculous cures and misinformation, reinforcing that solid skills and personalized support outweigh sensational promises. To continue this theme, check out PAC Skills Make the Difference (DVD). In just under an hour, Teepa demonstrates how practical care techniques – like Positive Physical Approach™ and Hand-under-Hand® – truly improve life for people living with dementia. You’ll see the difference that compassionate, informed support makes, confirming that investing in real skills and human connection matters far more than any trending supplement or clickbait headline. It’s a perfect follow-up for care partners who want to replace hype with heartfelt, evidence-based strategies.

The holidays can bring joy—and overwhelm, especially when dementia is in the picture. In this episode, Teepa Snow walks through her 8 Ss for creating holiday moments that are meaningful, manageable, and matched to the person living with brain change. From keeping gatherings short and simple to understanding sensory and circadian needs, Teepa shares practical ways to prevent distress and build celebrations that truly satisfy everyone involved.

Whether you’re a family member, a friend, or a professional care partner, these insights will help you create connection—not chaos—this holiday season.

In this holiday-themed episode, Teepa emphasizes adapting celebrations to be meaningful and manageable for a person living with dementia. A great next step is the Seeing it From the Other Side: Part 1 – Caregiver Stress & Dementia Coping Strategies DVD, which provides care partners with practical ways to navigate stressful situations. It helps you distinguish what’s typical versus atypical in brain change and make respectful choices that set everyone up for a positive experience. By learning these coping strategies, you’ll be better prepared to keep gatherings short, simple, and sensitive to sensory and routine needs – just as Teepa advises in the podcast.

Does hearing loss cause dementia? Teepa explores what headlines often miss and why simple answers rarely illustrate the full picture of complex brain change. You’ll learn practical first questions—is it hearing, comprehension, or both?—as well as techniques that help keep people engaged. The takeaways: be skeptical of one-liners, stay curious, and choose practical strategies that help improve day-to-day interactions.

Improving Communications in Dementia Care offers deeper insight into how hearing and comprehension challenges can look alike—and what to do about it. Learn practical strategies for sensitive conversations and keeping connections strong, even when communication changes.

Efficiency without empathy dehumanizes care. Teepa and Greg unpack how task-focused routines (and words like ‘feeder’) strip away personal agency—and what to do instead. Learn how quick team huddles, a focus on partnership, and right time/right-way prompts can reduce stress, minimize shower struggles, and restore dignity at mealtimes and beyond. Small shifts in language and preparation can truly transform the experience for the person you’re supporting and for all involved.

If you’re ready to move your team from ‘getting things done’ to creating true care partnerships, How to Get Your Staff Engaged in Better Care Techniques is an effective resource. It helps leaders and managers build a positive culture of care—where empathy, coaching, and engagement drive every interaction.

When Nana or Papa starts to change, kids notice—and they need honest guidance. Teepa walks you through age-appropriate ways to talk about brain change and how to turn scary moments into opportunities for learning and connection. You’ll get language you can use immediately, ideas for practice and play (yes, even brain tours!), and suggestions for kid-friendly resources from PAC™.

Bad Words and Dementia helps kids and families make sense of why people living with brain change may use strong or unexpected words. It turns confusion into understanding by offering age-appropriate ways to stay compassionate and connected.

Why do some approaches work when others fall flat? In this candid conversation, Teepa shares how deep curiosity, observation, research, and hands-on experiences shaped Positive Approach to Care®. Learn how to use some of her methods when supporting others, including the power of the word try, how to spot too-good-to-be-true claims, and a simple swap that improves daily interactions: skipping yes/no questions and offering clear choices instead.

If you’re curious about how observation and trying different techniques can change outcomes, It’s All In Your Approach (DVD) is a great next step. This resource brings PAC™ principles to life through real-world examples that show how adapting your approach can improve understanding and connection.

It may come as a shock, but dementia isn’t only an older adult’s condition. Teepa and Greg talk about the rare but very real topic of childhood dementia—affecting about 1 in 2,900 kids. They explain the types of childhood dementia, why it’s often missed or misdiagnosed, and how families can access desperately needed support. Most importantly, they share why raising awareness is essential to getting children the right help.

✨ Want to understand the different types of dementia?

Explore Which Dementia Is It? Getting to Know the Various Forms and Types (Recorded Webinar) to learn about the unique challenges and signs of different dementias.

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.

A beautiful building and five-star reviews don’t always equal quality care. Teepa and Greg share the surprising signs that truly matter when evaluating a memory care home. From whether staff greet residents with warmth to how daily routines are handled, they’ll provide a few tips to spot the difference between a facility that just looks polished and one that genuinely feels like home.

✨ Need deeper insight before choosing care options?

Check out Senior Care Options: Insider’s Tips to Selecting the Best Care Level for Changing Abilities (Streaming) for practical guidance on evaluating what really matters.

This week, Teepa and Greg share what families and care partners need to know about wandering and elopement. Learn why it happens more often at certain times of day or year, and what steps you can take today to reduce risk. They also explain how to prepare so that, if someone does go missing, you can act quickly to keep them safe and get them back home.

✨ Looking for practical tools?

Watch How to Help When Someone is Lost in Time or Place (Recorded Webinar) for proven strategies to reduce risks and respond effectively if wandering happens.