A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss

Episode 7: After The Diagnosis


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After a dementia diagnosis, families often experience a range of complex emotions while also facing the significant challenge of adjusting to the changing needs of their loved one. In this episode we talk about the importance of learning about their dementia, managing their environment and safety, navigating legal and financial matters, prioritizing self-care and seeking support networks to cope with the emotional impact of the diagnosis and progressing symptoms.

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Resources:

https://www.beechfieldhealthcare.ie/blog/post/occupational-therapist-home-assessment

https://www.nia.nih.gov/sites/default/files/2023-04/worksheet-home-safety-checklist_1.pdf

https://www.socialworktoday.com/archive/111516p14.shtml

https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/financial-legal-planning/planning-ahead-for-legal-matters

https://www.alzheimers.gov/life-with-dementia/planning-after-diagnosis#health-care-planning

https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/after-dementia-diagnosis

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A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory LossBy Kelly A Bertenshaw, MA CCC SLP ECDCS