Let's Talk Dementia

I just had to share this funny cartoon with you.  It made me giggle, and I really needed to giggle.  Momma has declined so greatly, and life has been sad.  All the giggles appreciated!

Today's episode offers an update on my sweet Momma, Vera.  Her Alzheimer's dementia has caused a huge decline for her.  It is sad to watch and experience.  I hope my story helps YOU.  Write me at [email protected]

 

Michael Sullivan, author of FORGOTTEN FLOWERS, is our guest on this episode of Let's Talk Dementia.  His novel is a beautiful story of dementia caregiving.  You are going to LOVE IT!  Click here to purchase FORGOTTEN FLOWERS

Being grateful plays a HUGE part in our physical and mental health.  Are you grateful?  Do you take joy in the small, tiny, minute parts of your life? If not, you are missing "change agents" for your life.  Hope today's episode inspires you.  Write me with what you are thankful for - [email protected]

I had a great time recording my Momma telling me her name is Vera Jean Schrindberger.  In this episode I have added the audio so you can hear her story.  It cracked me up, but sharing it with you made me cry.  Share your stories with me at [email protected].

It was a great deal of fun to meet Kathy Shoaf and learn about her dementia friendly cruises! These cruises are designed for the caregiver AND the person they love.  Maybe it is time to sign up for YOUR cruise.

You can contact her at [email protected]. Her is website www.elitecruisesandvacationstravel.com or by phone at 888-826-6836

TELL HER CAROL SENT YOU!

A listener wrote in about her BaBa (Grandmother) who calls and makes large demands upon her granddaughter.  Is it possible BaBa is manipulating her??

We might abandon an old shack.  We might abandon a run down car.  We should never abandon a person with dementia.  This episode is about a man who was abandon because of his dementia.  HOLY COW!  How does this happen?  Write me at [email protected]

 

If you've ever hosted a large family meal, you know what it feels like when there are "too many cooks in the kitchen".  Easy tasks become difficult, and chaos might insue.  Having more than one person contacting the physician regarding your loved one can be much like that kitchen scene.  That's the topic of today's episode.  Let me know what you think - [email protected]

 

 

Our loved ones with dementia often find it comforting to have a close friend.  Sometimes that friend becomes a girlfriend or a boyfriend.  Is this a good thing?  Should we STOP that relationship since they still have a spouse who visits regularly?  That's the topic of today's episode.  Let me know your thoughts - [email protected]