This episode explores when a person with dementia makes socially insensative or inappropriate comments. When they lose their awareness of what they say. I talk about what I have personally experienced and how it felt and how I responded.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 47 "Strategy to enjoy the holidays - Manage your expectations"

Nov 30th, 2021 11m 29s

This episode discusses how you can change your approach to the holiday season so that both you and your LO will have a more enjoyable time.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 46 "If you're struggling to find hope during the holiday season know you aren't alone"

Nov 23rd, 2021 10m 22s

Thanksgiving is a holiday of hope and giving thanks. What if you can't find something to be grateful for? Listening to this episode will hopefully help you find peace, hope and maybe even something to be thankful for.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 45 "Depression and Dementia"

Nov 2nd, 2021 15m 45s

So many seniors have undiagnosed and untreated depression. Perhaps your LO with dementia also has depression. Depression can impact memory and make their dementia appear much move advanced then it may truly be.This episode addresses how to ap

At the window with Dementia - Episode 44 "Dementia and Falls"

Sep 28th, 2021 14m 47s

A single fall can be all it takes to have your LO go from being independent to requiring 24/7 supervision and assistance. This podcast episode will help you to identify risks factors for falls and ways to help with fall prevention. It's packe

At the window with Dementia - Episode 43 "Understanding the sounds of dementia"

Feb 2nd, 2021 9m 47s

Do you struggle to understand what your LO is trying to communicate through their sounds and nonverbal communication? This episode sheds light on the challenge.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 42 "Dementia and Fur Babies"

Jan 19th, 2021 12m 40s

Pets have a special way of becoming a part of our family. The amount of love, companionship and sense of purpose they offer to someone living with dementia is immeasurable.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 41 "Changing the way dementia impacts YOU"

Jan 5th, 2021 12m 54s

What's your New Year's resolution? Mine is to change how dementia has impacted my life, my attitude and my own health. This episode talks about the importance of taking control of your life and not surrendering it to the devastating disease of

At the window with Dementia - Episode 40 "Dementia - Finding the joy in what is"

Dec 15th, 2020 8m 27s

So often we compare our present with our past. Unfortunately by doing this we miss out on what IS. This episode offers a new perspective.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 39 "How simplicity can reduce stress"

Dec 8th, 2020 7m 51s

The old adage "less is more" is true! Find out how the simple act of decluttering can reduce both you and your LO's stress.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 38 "Caregiver tip - When it's time to write it down"

Dec 1st, 2020 12m 20s

Sometimes it seems like everyone is on the "same page" only to be surprised when your LO has a completely different recall of a previous conversation. Sometimes it's no problem, but sometimes this can cause some uncomfortable feelings. Listen

At the window with Dementia - Episode 37 "What is a dementia mimic"

Nov 24th, 2020 15m 17s

This episode takes a deep dive into the most common "mimics" of dementia. It discusses what causes other than dementia can cause memory impairment to the point of actually looking just like "dementia". This is the follow up to Episode #36.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 36 "Is it dementia or a dementia mimic that's causing memory loss"

Nov 17th, 2020 13m 54s

Sometimes memory loss may appear to be dementia but in fact it's a dementia mimic. Dementia is progressive, nonreversible memory loss but a dementia mimic can be treated and then from that point forward memory will improve. This episode talks

At the window with Dementia - Episode 35 "Caregiver Tuesday Tips"

Nov 10th, 2020 10m 12s

How do you prepare for the holidays when a loved on has dementia. Caregiver Tuesday Tips provides good advise to help make the holidays less stressful for you and your LO.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 34 "The ugly side of dementia caregiving"

Nov 3rd, 2020 19m 14s

A raw and honest conversation about how being a caregiver can change your outlook.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 33 "The unexpected family of dementia"

Oct 27th, 2020 13m 40s

Being a caregiver of someone with dementia will likely be the most difficult thing you will ever do. Being part of a support group can offer you the emotional connection you need to help make this otherwise difficult journey a bit less fright

At the window with Dementia - Episode 32 "Nothing is safe when you're a caregiver"

Oct 20th, 2020 13m 34s

When you are a caregiver of someone with dementia or any other progressive disease you know how your world can be flipped upside down. The 24/7 demands can and DO take a toll on you. This episode is focused on you and your needs.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 31 "Dementia friendly activities for you and your loved one"

Oct 13th, 2020 12m 22s

At a loss of ideas for activities for your LO with dementia to engage in? Listen to this episode! It will provide you with things to think about and activities to try to make each day a little more enjoyable for you both.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 30 "Are you getting your dementia questions answered"

Oct 6th, 2020 13m 31s

Too often your doctor's appointment comes and goes before you know it and you leave thinking of all the questions you forgot to ask. This happens to everyone but what do you do when you get home and find yourself needing information? Caregiver

At the window with Dementia - Episode 29 "Looking through the window at dementia"

Sep 29th, 2020 13m 54s

In this episode I talk about the importance of having good credible information about dementia and how you can get it.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 28 "Changing seasons with dementia"

Sep 22nd, 2020 8m 43s

The change of seasons can bring on unexpected confusion to your loved one with dementia. This episode with give you some things to consider as you prepare for the Fall/Autumn season.

At the window with Dementia - Episode 27 "What it means to be a dementia caregiver"

Sep 15th, 2020 10m 4s

Until you've been a caregiver, you can't possibly understand what is involved and what you sacrifice in order to care for a loved one. Being a caregiver for someone with dementia is one of the most selfless tasks someone can ever take on. Spe

At the window with Dementia - Episode 26 "Dementia Grypes - Observations and Frustrations"

Sep 8th, 2020 14m 33s

Dementia Grypes is a series that I started over a year ago on my website https://www.compassionateeducation.comThis podcast is a collection of my top gripes. I spell it will a "y" instead of an "i" because it is all about observations and frust

At the window with Dementia - Episode 25 "Dementia, the disease with two deaths"

Sep 1st, 2020 12m 39s

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia, the last thing most people think about is that they will lose their loved one twice. This is one of the unique cruelties of dementia. This episode discusses phenom

At the window with Dementia - Episode 24 "What you need to know when asking for a memory evaluation"

Aug 25th, 2020 11m 57s

Going to see you doctor to ask for a memory evaluation can be a scary and intimidating process. Let me tell you what you need to do and what you need to ask for before going in.