Caregiver Conversations

Episode 25: Caring with Compassion: Navigating Dementia Care


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Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

  • Kristie King introduces Dr. Paula Duren and the topic of dementia caregiving.

 [03:00] Dr. Paula’s Caregiving Journey

  • Dr. Paula Duren shares her personal story of caring for her parents and how it led to the creation of Universal Dementia Caregivers.

[09:00] The Role of Positive Psychology in Caregiving

  • Discussion on how focusing on strengths and positive aspects can help caregivers and their loved ones manage the challenges of dementia.

[14:00] Supporting Caregivers in Need-Based Communities

  • The importance of providing resources and building trust in communities that lack access to proper caregiving support.

[20:00] Strategies to Engage Loved Ones with Dementia

  • Dr. Paula discusses practical strategies for caregivers to connect with and support their loved ones with dementia.

26:00] Legacy and Life Planning for Caregivers

  • The conversation shifts to the significance of having essential legal documents like wills and powers of attorney in place.

[34:00] Upcoming Caregiver Events and Workshops

  • Information about the upcoming “Caregiver’s Passage through Dementia Bootcamp” and other events hosted by Universal Dementia Caregivers.

Guest Contact Information:

Universal Dementia Caregivers

  • Website: universaldementiacaregivers.org
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Facebook: Universal Dementia Caregivers

Contact Information:
Southeast Michigan Senior Regional Collaborative (SRC)

Follow SRC on Social Media:

  •  Instagram
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • PeopleMovers
  • YouTube

Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan (ELAC/NLS)

  • nlsmichigan.org/elder-law/
  • Phone: 313-964-1975

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Caregiver ConversationsBy Antonia Harbin-Lamb, Kristie King

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