Why Can’t Daddy Talk In Complete Sentences?
As Alzheimer's progresses, the ability to make complete sentences is often lost. A listener wrote in asking about this, and I am happy to respond. Let's talk about that!
23 Maalis 202011min
I’m Sad I Can’t Visit Because of COVID19
A listener in Canada wrote regarding the sadness and guilt she is experiencing due to the inability to visit her loved one who is quarantined in a memory care community. I understand, but guilt is som...
20 Maalis 202013min
Are You Stressed Out?
As a dementia caregiver, you are experiencing stress. That stress is increasing your cortisol level. Your cortisol level is keeping your body in a stress mode called "fight or flight". This can cause ...
18 Maalis 202010min
Coronavirus – Don’t Talk About It!
Our world is full of talk about COVID-19/Coronavirus, but it should not be part of the world of your loved one with dementia. They do NOT need to know anything about it. Let's talk about that today!
17 Maalis 20209min
Why Are You Naked?
If your loved one has a tendency to take all their clothes off and walk around naked, there is a reason for that. How should you respond? Let's talk about that.
16 Maalis 202011min
Why Do You Have On Three Coats?
When our loved ones are dressing with multiple layers, what should our response be? When they are turning the heat to 104, what should we do about that? Let's learn together!
12 Maalis 20209min
Porter Wagoner Came For Lunch
Uncle Ernie thinks Porter Wagoner came for lunch. Of course, we know this isn't true (especially since Porter died in 2007), but arguing with Ernie about this story is not a good idea. His story is ca...
12 Maalis 202012min
When I Pass Gas, It Doesn’t Smell Bad!
If you think your gas doesn't smell bad, I've got news for you. In fact, your loved ones with dementia are not smelling lots of things. Why is that a problem? Tune in to learn!
10 Maalis 202010min
