Fading Memories: Alzheimer's/Dementia Care Strategies

Practical Strategies for Coping with Cognitive Changes


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Losing your cognitive abilities is a terrifying thought, but what if you could face it with grace and resilience? In this episode, we're diving into the world of early-stage cognitive impairment. We explore a variety of cognitive strategies. Learn how to stay active and engaged, even when faced with challenges. Discover how to adapt your daily routines. For example, we'll discuss practical ways to navigate cooking and other household tasks. Furthermore, we'll talk about the power of support groups. Most importantly, we'll share insights on emotional and spiritual resilience. These are all valuable cognitive strategies for maintaining your quality of life. Ultimately, our goal is to empower you with cognitive strategies. Tune in to learn how to proactively manage memory changes.

Our Guest: Sharon Lukert

Sharon is living with Mild Cognitive Impairment due to Alzheimer's Disease. She is devoted to understanding this condition and sees it as an opportunity for outreach to others and personal growth. With a background as a nurse, Buddhist chaplain, meditator, and educator, she brings invaluable insights to living with a neurodegenerative disease. She integrates her work with patients and students, decades of meditation, and emotional resilience training into her writing. She explains, "The book is intended to be an affirming guide to enhance a positive approach toward the emotional and spiritual aspects of facing a neurodegenerative disease.

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    Fading Memories: Alzheimer's/Dementia Care StrategiesBy Jennifer Fink

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