Let's Talk Dementia

The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health recently released a study that makes me oh so very happy.  I believe you will find the news very interesting.  Write me with your thoughts or caregiving questions at carol@letstalkdementia.org

Today was a Difficult Day," said Pooh.  There was a pause. "Do you want to talk about it?" asked Piglet. "No," said Pooh after a bit.  "No, I don't think I do." "That's okay," said Piglet, and he came and sat beside his friend. "What are you doing?" asked Pooh. "Nothing, really," said Piglet.  "Only I know what Difficult Days are like.  I quite often don't feel like talking about it on my Difficult Days either.  But, goodness, Difficult Days are so much easier when you know you've got someone there for for you. And I'll always be here for you, Pooh." And as Pooh sat there, working through in his head his Difficult Day, while the solid, reliable Piglet sat next to him quietly, swinging his little legs...he thought that his best friend had never been more right. --------- Our veterans have many Difficult Days.  These difficulty could be a result of Gulf War Illness.  Let's talk about that in today's episode of Let's Talk Dementia.  Write me at carol@letstalkdementia.org .  

Well known cardiologist, Dr. Oz, recently learned his mother has Alzheimer's.  We was shocked he missed the symptoms.  Being aware of the changes in our loved ones is important.  Write me with your story at carol@letstalkdementia.org.

I had the pleasure of interviewing one of our sponsors, Beth Crosby, editor extraordinaire!  She has the unique perspective of being the LO in a caregiving situation.  She has gone through TWO kidney transplants, and she knows what it feels like to be dependent upon other people. By the way, she did NOT enjoy it!  Her perspective is interesting.  Hope you enjoy!  Write me at carol@letstalkdementia.org .

I wish pretending to be skinny made you skinny!  That would be wonderful!  Today I welcome a guest caller whose mother is scratching her face and making sores.  OUCH!  I had a few ideas to help the situation.  Write me with your question, and you might be a guest on an upcoming episode - carol@letstalkdementia.org  

There are so many reasons you might not should be eating microwave popcorn.  While that might be distressing news, you need to listen to this episode to learn more.  THANKS for listening.

General Hospital and dementia.  Those are two topics that have never come together in an episode of "Let's Talk Dementia," but they do today.  Hope you enjoy!

That cartoon is funny! I had the privilege of having Sherry from California as a guest on today's show.  She shared some uplifting words about her caregiving journey and how our podcast has blessed her.  I was so happy to hear from her!  I am happy to hear from you with kind words or, more importantly, a question that might come to mind.  And YOU might be a guest on an upcoming episode.  Write me at carol@letstalkdementia.org

Studies have shown not eating meat helps to rebuild the heart AND part of the brain.  Listen in to learn more.  Write me with your question at carol@letstalkdementia.org.  I would love for you to be a guest on an upcoming episode!

I think today's "thought for the day" is too funny! Candice called in with a question regarding her dad and the delusions he is experiencing.  I was happy to answer her question on-air.  Write me with your question, and we might have you on an episode - carol@letstalkdementia.org.

When someone affirms us and our work, our day is improved substantially.  When you affirm your LO, their day is improved in ways that cannot be measured.  Scripture says, "God is within her, she will not fall" (Psalm 46:5)  Reminding ourselves, our neighbors, the grocery clerk, your LO, and everyone you meet that God is within them and they will not fall can be a wonderful affirmation.  Call them by name and tell them they are doing a great job and are bringing joy to your day.

I had the distinct privilege of interviewing my friend, Ryan Monk, Eldercare Attorney, on today's episode.  He co-owns Monk Legal (www.monklegal.com - 803-594-4453), and he has good advice on planning for the future.  Write me with questions about dementia - carol@letstalkdementia.  Or if you have legal questions, I can refer you to Ryan!  

A listener asked if I would discuss interacting with someone with early to mid-stage dementia. I hope this episode helps you, also.  Write me at www.letstalkdementia.org  

The BOLD ACT was signed on December 31, 2018, and it provides $100 million dollars towards closing the existing infrastructure gaps in our health care system and help deliver valuable new resources for the prevention, treatment and care of Alzheimer's Disease.  (Alzheimer's Today Magazine, Winter 2019 - You might want to subscribe to this free magazine - www.alzfdn.org).  $100 million dollars!!!  Let's change the face of Alzheimer's!  I conclude with a cute story about Democrats and Christians.  FUNNY!

Today's episode is not a cheery as usual, but I hope the cartoon above made you giggle.  We are talking about a two year old boy diagnosed with dementia.  How terribly sad, but his mother is inspiring.  Write me with your story at carol@letstalkdementia.org