Surviving the Now:  Younger Onset Alzheimer's Support Sessions

Surviving the Now: Younger Onset Alzheimer's Support Sessions

By Karen SandoneEducationSelf-Improvement
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Surviving the Now: Younger Onset Alzheimer's Support Sessions episodes

  • EP #8 Losing A Parent Twice

    On this episode Cherie, Becca, Eileen, and Karen focus on the importance of advocacy but bring some special guests to discuss their perspective on Younger Onset Alzheimer's, and share advice, tips, and affirmations for their local, regional, and global communities.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Associationfor guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”




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    53 min
  • EP#7 - Advocacy and Support

    On this episode Eillen, Cherie, Becca, and Karen focus on the importance of advocacy and support in their lives as caregivers for spouses with Younger Onset Alzheimer's, and share advice, tips, and affirmations for their local, regional, and global communities.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Associationfor guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

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    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

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    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

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    50 min
  • EP#6 - How We Live With Joy and Grief Simultaneously

    On this episode Cherie, Becca, Eileen, and Karen change the format for a candid discussion on welcome back the community and focus on personal joy and grief tied to their lives as caregivers for spouses with Younger Onset Alzheimer's, and discuss the varied faces of it with advice, tips, and affirmations.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Associationfor guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE


    55 min
  • Ep #5 - Defining Younger Onset Alzheimer's (and Travel tips)

    On this episode Karen, Cherie, Becca, and Eileen welcome back the community and focus on the details of what Younger Onset Alzheimer's is the varied faces of it with advice, tips, and affirmations.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Associationfor guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE


    47 min
  • Ep #4 - Community and Finances

    On this episode Karen, Cherie, and Becca focus on the importance of community and chat about the impact early onset can have on finances with advice, tips, and affirmations.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Associationfor guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

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    48 min
  • EP #3 - Large Gatherings and the Holidays

    On this episode Karen, Cherie, Becca, and Eileen welcome back the community and focus on the upcoming holidays with advice, tips, and affirmations.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Associationfor guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE


    47 min
  • EP #2 - Clinical Stages and Advocacy

    On this episode Karen, Cherie, Becca, and Eileen welcome back the community with a focus of spousal/partner clinical stages and advocacy. Topics include: expectations of physical decline, "sundowning", the necessity of personal time, emotional support, guilt, the role of family and friends, and as always the vital importance of finding partners on the journey.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Association for guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    4. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”

    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE


    45 min
  • EP #1 - Beginnings

    This first episode of Surviving the Now: Journey with Younger Onset Alzheimer’s introduces participants to each other and sets a supportive tone. Karen, Cherie, Becca, and Eileen share their experiences, discuss living in the present, and explore coping strategies. The aim of this episode is to create a safe space for connection, support, and understanding, helping everyone feel less alone in their journey.

    1. Support & Resources:
       “If you or someone you know is navigating younger onset Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. Reach out to local support groups, or contact the Alzheimer's Association for guidance and help.”
    2. Join the Conversation:
       “Stay connected with others on the same journey. Visit www.survivingthenow.com to find more resources, share your story, or ask questions.”
    3. Next Episode Tease:
       “In our next episode, we’ll dive deeper into daily coping strategies and hear from experts on younger-onset Alzheimer’s. Don’t miss it!”
    4. Encouragement & Hope:
       “Remember, every moment matters. Stay connected, stay supported, and take each day one step at a time. We’re in this together.”
    5. Call for Feedback:
       “We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.survivingthenow.com to share your story with the community.”



    Check out all social links for "Surviving the Now”! 

    LINKS HERE


    58 min

About Surviving the Now: Younger Onset Alzheimer's Support Sessions

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Welcome to Surviving the Now: Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s. Each week, a group of spouses and/or family members talk openly about the realities of loving someone with younger-onset…