Do you know (or care for) someone who has dementia? Are you wondering how you can better support them? My guest this week is podcaster and licensed mental health counselor specializing in geriatric mental health, Laura Vaillancourt. As the founder of Eldercare Counseling & Guidance Services, she helps caretakers and family members navigate the complex ups and downs of a dementia diagnosis. In this episode, she shares how dementia changes family roles, the power of making human connections, and why working with those impacted by dementia is not a one-sided conversation.

 

We’re exploring:

 

• The MOST impactful lesson Laura has learned
• Why she’s taking the steps to find more balance in her personal and professional life
• How an astrology reading turned into her ultimate validating moment
• The #1 thing she believes our culture still lacks in regards to end of life
• The importance of addressing the “shadow side”
• What NEEDS to be done for an aging LGBTQ community (and how dementia complicates old traumas)
• My revelation about the power of shifting terminology
• And so much more!

 

Want to know more about supporting individuals and family members impacted by dementia? Connect with Laura Vaillancourt!

Website: www.edlercarecounseling.com

Listen to her podcast Life on Repeat wherever you stream your podcasts!