There's No Reasoning With Confusion: How Redirection Can Help
In this week's episode, host Dawn Platt shares a prevalent topic from her recent virtual support group discussion: redirection. Dementia patients may get "stuck" on an idea or concept that may not be ...
7 Mar 202434min
In the Caregiver's Shoes: A Son's Experience with Dementia
Join Host Dawn Platt on this week's episode as she sits down with Jeff, a Memory Care Director, who shares his personal journey as a son caring for parents battling Alzheimer's disease and dementia. J...
1 Mar 202436min
Alzheimer's At Home: Tips to De-escalate Aggression When Your Loved One Lives With You
In this week's episode, Host Dawn Platt chats with EJ, a woman whose mother-in-law has Alzheimer’s disease and lives with her family. They discuss strategies for de-escalating a loved one’s aggressive...
22 Feb 202444min
Advocating for Seniors: Host Dawn Platt Discusses Visit to FL Capital for Memory Care Legislation
In this week’s new episode, Host Dawn Platt talks about her recent visit to Tallahassee for Florida Advocacy Days with the Florida Senior Living Association, where she had the opportunity to discuss c...
15 Feb 202433min
Is It Truly Dementia? The Importance of Consulting with a Neurologist
Host Dawn Platt speaks with Board Certified Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist Dr. Michelle Boudreau on the importance of seeing a neurologist when there are memory issues or concerns. They al...
8 Feb 202439min
Rooted in Care: Eldergrow Helps Dementia Residents Thrive
In this week's podcast episode, host Dawn Platt had the opportunity to speak with Eldergrow CEO Orla Concannon. Eldergrow focuses on bringing nature indoors to senior living communities using therapeu...
1 Feb 202437min
Dementia, Estate Planning & Caregiver Support: A Conversation with Attorney Ed Wollman
What happens when dementia strikes and families suddenly find themselves locked out of critical decisions and finances? Host Dawn Platt sits down with Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney ...
25 Jan 202444min
Impactful Stories: Marjorie's memory loss anxiety (and coping mechanisms that helped!)
Marjorie's narrative unfolds further as she goes from social butterfly to introverted and withdrawn. Host Dawn Platt delves into the items used as coping mechanisms and how they helped alleviate Marjo...
18 Jan 202440min
