New Podcast! Kate Hanley Explores the Importance of Communication in Caregiving

Sep 27, 2023 1:01 am

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Those of us who have experienced the demands of caregiving for a loved one with dementia understand that its toll goes beyond the physical. Caregivers often experience feelings of exhaustion, loneliness, and occasionally even resentment due to their overwhelming responsibilities. It's essential to acknowledge these emotions as a valid part of the journey, and seek measures such as counseling, support groups, or open discussions to alleviate the stress and help maintain emotional well-being. In our discussion with Kate Hanley, dementia daughter and author of Breakfast Memories: A Dementia Love Story, we explore each of these concepts. In her gentle, affirming storytelling, Kate guides us in reinventing our journeys, to better understand our loved one, and to become better caregivers. Enjoy! And please remember to leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Our Most Recent Author

Patti says:

I was telling the same story that was traditionally written about in books, but I was doing so by sharing videos of my mom and I. I was sharing our laughter, dance parties, art activities, and the hard times. I was sharing our love, while also trying to share the challenges that come along with it.

By sharing our story, I believe that I have helped to change other caregivers/care partner’s journeys and change the stigma around dementia. I have been able to show that you can truly live your best life despite a dementia diagnosis

Take Two! Everything You've Always Wanted to Know About Dementia (but were afraid to ask) part two

On September 1st, we gathered five of our authors, all living well with dementia, for a candid discussion about their lives with cognitive impairment. This was an invigorating, inspirational conversation, but we goofed. We forgot to hit the record button until we were well into the talk! And we had promised to put out a YouTube video and podcast with this content. Rather than publish a truncated version of this event, the authors have all generously agreed to gather again for a redo on Tuesday, October, 24 at 10:30 am EST. This time, we will be sure to hit record at the onset of our time together! If you attended the previous event, you can be assured of gaining the replay of this one. If you were unable to attend the previous event, you now have a second chance to join in. We’re grateful to our authors for sharing even more of their precious time with us, and look forward to seeing you in our Zoom Room.

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AlzAuthors on AlzSpeaks Radio

Our co-founders Jean Lee, Vicki Tapia, and Marianne Sciucco join Lori La Bey on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio. This is a replay from 2022, but is loaded with great information that is timeless. Thank you Lori for being a good friend to AlzAuthors and for the amazing support you give to so many on the dementia journey. FYI Lori is soon to be an AlzAuthor herself with her new children’s book.

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AlzAuthors on Going North Podcast with Dom Brightmon

Marianne visited Dom Brightmon on his Going North podcast to talk about Alzheimer's and dementia, caregiving, AlzAuthors, and more.

Key Things You’ll Learn:

How AlzAuthors started as a one-month project but grew into a global community of authors
The value of storytelling on the dementia journey
Her advice for caregivers and the importance of self-care
What types of resources are available to you on your caregiving journey

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Susan's Design of the Week

Caregivers, family members, and those living with dementia share encouraging real-life stories and resources to support your #Alzheimers and dementia journey. You are not alone! https://alzauthors.com/

Susan Landeis, author of In Search of Rainbows and Optimal Caregiving, is the creative talent behind the beautiful graphics that adorn our social media feeds. She makes fresh ones daily. To honor Susan and her work, we feature our favorite design of the week - not easy - in each newsletter in case you missed it. Feel free to share the graphics - and their text - to your own social media. This will help spread the word of AlzAuthors and give your followers a reason to smile. Thank you, Susan, for making us look so good!

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Upcoming Being Patient Live Talks

Leah Fisher: Overcoming Fear After an Early MCI Diagnosis

On Friday, October 6th at 10:00 a.m. PT/1:00 p.m. ET

Leah Fisher joins Being Patient Live Talks to discuss her journey of overcoming the fear of the unknown following a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment.

Emily Paolillo: What is MCI and How Is It Diagnosed?

UCSF’s Emily Paolillo, PhD, joins Being Patient Live Talks on Friday, October 13th at 12:00 p.m. PT/3:00 p.m. ET to explain MCI and what goes into diagnosis.

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