In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether a future without dementia is truly possible. While some believe a cure is on the horizon, others question if dementia can ever be fully eradicated. We’ll explore emerging research on dementia prevention, the role of lifestyle and environmental factors, and the barriers that may keep dementia from disappearing entirely. This episode offers a candid perspective on what it would take to eliminate dementia and why it may never be a reality.

This episode will cover:

— Whether it’s realistic to expect a future without dementia.

— The role of lifestyle interventions in preventing or reversing symptoms.

— Challenges to dementia prevention and treatment, including access and adherence.

— How environmental and societal factors contribute to dementia risk.

— Practical steps to focus on what can be controlled today.

MENTIONED IN EPISODE:

Reversing Alzheimer's Book | ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3XgRksI⁠⁠

Join the Book Club | ⁠https://letsbambu.link/bookclub⁠

Treehouse | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/treehouse⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Newsletter | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss an upcoming 5-week asynchronous book club hosted by Bambu Care in their free support community, Bambu Care Champions. The book club will focus on "Reversing Alzheimer's: The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health" by Dr. Heather Sandison. This book is relevant for those wanting to prevent dementia, people with mild cognitive impairment, and those with dementia seeking to improve cognition and function. The episode provides details about the book club's format, the book's key themes, and why it's a valuable resource for caregivers and individuals concerned about brain health.

MENTIONED IN EPISODE:

Reversing Alzheimer's Book | ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3XgRksI⁠

Join the Book Club | https://letsbambu.link/bookclub

Treehouse | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/treehouse⁠⁠⁠⁠

Newsletter | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether activities can help delay the progression of dementia. Plus, you will learn about our upcoming book club on Reversing Alzheimer’s by Dr. Sandison inside Bambu Care Champions, our free support community.

This episode will cover:

— Whether activities can delay dementia progression

— The concept of "use it or lose it" and neuroplasticity

— The importance of activity type and engagement level

— The role of cognitive training and "brain games"

— The significance of diet, exercise, sleep, and other lifestyle factors

MENTIONED IN EPISODE:

Reversing Alzheimer's Book | ⁠https://amzn.to/3XgRksI

Treehouse | ⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/treehouse⁠⁠⁠

Newsletter | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Community | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/champions⁠⁠⁠

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs?

This episode will cover:

— Newly released drawer labels and how to access them

— The Panda Pocket and its expanded availability

— Recent Treehouse additions

— Details on the upcoming Reversing Alzheimer’s book club and how to join

MENTIONED IN EPISODE:

Drawer Labels Digital Product | https://letsbambu.com/shop

Drawer Labels Video | https://youtu.be/aPaNba8H7Lc

Panda Pocket | https://letsbambu.com/panda-pocket

Reversing Alzheimer's Book | https://amzn.to/3XgRksI

Treehouse | ⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/treehouse⁠⁠

Newsletter | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Community | ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.letsbambu.com/champions⁠⁠

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we explore the balance between curiosity and worry in dementia care. How do you stay informed without feeling overwhelmed? How can learning about dementia help rather than hinder your well-being? We’ll discuss ways to approach dementia care with curiosity rather than fear, stay present in the moment, and prepare for the unknown without unnecessary stress.

This episode will cover:

— How to balance normalcy with dementia care

— Managing emotional energy when learning about dementia

— The role of staying present in reducing stress

— The awareness effect and its impact on health

— Practical ways to prepare for the unknown

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether people with dementia are suffering. This complex and sensitive topic explores how suffering can manifest in emotional, physical, and situational forms throughout the dementia journey.

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, our host, Bre’anna, shares four personal steps she would take after a dementia diagnosis. Bre’anna’s insights may inspire you to reflect on your own journey and planning.

This episode will cover:

— Personal considerations for lifestyle and environmental changes.

— Creating a bucket list to focus on meaningful goals.

— Organizing legal and financial documents for future planning.

— Documenting personal care wishes and medical directives.

MENTIONED IN EPISODE:

Peace of Mind Planner Review | ⁠https://youtu.be/AbUZAHZNxgg

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether to tell others about a dementia diagnosis and how to navigate this sensitive decision. We'll cover key considerations for deciding who to inform, how to share the diagnosis effectively, and the potential risks and benefits of disclosure. This episode also provides practical tips to help both individuals living with dementia and their caregivers approach this topic with confidence and clarity.

This episode will cover:

— Who should absolutely be informed about a dementia diagnosis.

— How stigma can affect disclosure and relationships.

— Tips for determining when, how, and why to share a diagnosis.

— The importance of safety and trust in deciding who to tell.

— Tools and strategies for communicating a dementia diagnosis with dignity.

MENTIONED IN EPISODE:

Resource Guide | https://letsbambu.link/guide

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the personal fears surrounding a potential dementia diagnosis. Through personal insights, this episode sheds light on what truly scares our host about dementia and offers valuable perspectives for caregivers navigating similar concerns.

This episode will cover:

— Personal fears about living with dementia

— The impact of family dynamics on dementia care

— Challenges of maintaining autonomy and independence

— Concerns about care quality in facilities and at home

— The importance of building trust and collaboration in caregiving

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.

In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a look into what you can expect from Bambu Care in 2025 to help support your dementia care journey.

2024: A Year in Dementia Care with Bambu | ⁠https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/fw4tUzWKGPb

Main YouTube Channel |

youtube.com/@bambcare

WTD YouTube Channel | youtube.com/@whatthedementia

Bambu Bites YouTube Channel | youtube.com/@bambubites

2025 Community Survey | ⁠https://letsbambu.link/communitysurvey

CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY:

LinkTree | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bambu.care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products is for educational and informational purposes only. While we draw on our prior professional expertise and background in other areas, you acknowledge that we are supporting you in our role exclusively as a Dementia Care Consultant. By participating in Bambu Care, LLC’s website, blog, emails, programs, services and/or products, you acknowledge that we are not a licensed psychologist, professional counselor, or medical doctor. We in no way, diagnose, treat, or cure any illnesses or diseases. Dementia Care Consulting is in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling or any other type of therapy or medical advice. The information provided by Bambu Care, LLC also does not constitute legal or financial advice nor is intended to be. Dementia Care Consulting is not a substitute for the services of a CPA or attorney.