Alzheimer's Speaks

YOU ARE NOT ALONE                                                                                               Lori La Bey talks with Alfredo Botello, a son ca...

Supporting Families and Organizations Dealing with Dementia Today our host Lori La Bey talks to three women doing amazing things in the arena of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Joining Lori is Linda Burhans,  the gal who cares for the caregivers,  Claire Richardson, representing Dementia Together, and Julie Moore, Author of  I Am Their Voice. Youtube https://y...

It’s Time for More Emotional Intelligence in Dementia Care  Lori La Bey talks with David Sheard   who has been a U.K. disruptor for 44 years in dementia care. His core beliefs are centered on the fact that Feelings Matter Most . David is now the first UK professor of Emotional Intelligence in Care. Learn: What is emotional intelligence? Explore why Emotional Intelligence is so...

Dementia and the Arts on Alzheimer's Speaks with Artist Wally Cox   Today on Alzheimer's Speaks our cohosts Lori La Bey and Mary Crescenzo chat with artist Wally Cox. Wally shares his diagnosis, and how art brings him comfort and joy while adding value to his life and others.     Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/ipKqvQrtaE4?si=Ah7fyjm5Dx7jPtKm Listen and Subscribe to...

Today we talk in detail about caring for a loved one with Author Alfredo Botello, who wrote the book Spin Cycle: Notes from a Reluctant Caregiver. Alfredo took care of his mother living with dementia.  You will hear about a variety of experiences, and how he coped and adapted as he cared for his mom.  You will get a lot of great tips to make your journey a bit easier. Learn About: Honest...

Healing the divide, our first dementia retreat in Malaysia Lori La Bey talks with Cecilia Chan, a Malaysian dementia advocate and activist, and we will learn about a wonderful event she coordinated. Learn: The effects of stigma Self-isolation and withdrawal from social engagement Embarrassment and family dynamics Lack of awareness and education Aggression and behaviors Creating dementia-friendly c...

Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Stefano Sinicropi a highly accomplished board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon who has performed over 9000 spinal surgeries since 2006. He is the President and CEO of Midwest Spine. Dr. Sinicropi has been a founding partner of several other successful medical ventures as well as others outside the medical field. Recently, Dr. Stefano Sinicropi developed Hypercharge&tra...

Co-Creating  Caregiver Success Lori La Bey talks with Mary Farquhar who has named herself the CEO of her husband Roger’s care since October 2018. She is a member of Lori La Bey’s Caregiver Connect Support group, where she openly shares critical insights and resources with our members. She is a valued member and leads by example, teaching others they know more than they think. Mary...

All is not lost! Inspiration for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Lori La Bey talks with Rev. Dr. Jade Angelica who was Inspired by her journey through Alzheimer’s with her mother. She founded the non-profit organization, Healing Moments for Alzheimer’s, in 2007.  Since then, she has been offering innovative dementia care education throughout the country, producing creati...

Today on OPEN MIC our guest is Vince Zangaro, the founder of the Alzheimers Music Fest.  Vince has a new concert raising funds to support those living with dementia. Listen, learn, and see how you can help spread the word about this fun and fantastic event, or better yet; how you can attend! Contact Information for Alzheimer's Music Fest and Vince Zangaro The Alzheimer's Music Fest is excited...

People living with dementia are targets of social media abuse in nursing homes  Lori La Bey talks with Eilon Caspi a Gerontologist and dementia behavior specialist. He has worked in the aging field for 30 years starting as a nurse aide in a nursing home where his grandfather lived. Since then, he worked as a social worker, educator, consultant, author, applied researcher, and care advocate in...

Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Joy Poskozim DDS the Founder of Joyful Dental Care. She even does house calls!  Joy is also an amazing advocate and presenter. As a Geriatric House Call Dentist for over 15 years, Dr. Joy Poskozim speaks to Long-term Care Facility Administrators, Nursing Staff, Caregivers, and loved ones on the importance of oral health care as we age.  Her goal is to share as...

Working With Grief By Staying Connected: Letters From The Ungrateful Dead Lori La Bey talks with Deborah Shouse, a writer, editor, laughter yoga facilitator, and dementia advocate. She is the author of a new non-fiction book, Letters from the Ungrateful Dead: A Grieving Mom’s Surprising Correspondence with her Deceased Adult Daughter. Please help me welcome our friend Deborah Shouse back wit...

Today on Alzheimer's Speaks Open Mic, Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Nancy Berley who works for Tembo Health. She is an experienced General Practitioner who specializes in dementia and works with our families in the GUIDE program, a new CMS program that just rolled out in July 2024, to support families caring for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. Learn what the GUIDE program has to offer and if you...

Hope Beyond Dementia - Empowering Families Through Storytelling   Lori La Bey talks with Author Jennifer Randazzo. After witnessing her father’s battle with Lewy Body Dementia, Jennifer created a beautiful book called, “Grandpa & Lewy,” which is a heartwarming resource to empower children while fostering empathy and awareness about the disease. She is an award-winning author and her books insp...

Lori La Bey talks with Kristyn Rupp is the Music for Life Manager at MacPhail Center for Music.  Connecting Voices is a choir designed for those living with dementia and their care partners. This choir is part of the MacPhail Music for Life program specifically designed for adults 55+.    Learn: 1.   What MacPhail Center for Music offers 2.   About Macphail’s dementia chorus 3.   How community par...

Lori La Bey talks with the Executive Director of Maude’s Awards and a couple of the 2024 Maude’s Awards winners!  Joining me is Marilyn Raichle is the Executive Director of Maude’s Awards, which was created to reward innovations that enrich the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias as well as their care partners. The 2024 Annual Award recipients have jus...

A Roadmap for An Uncertain Journey Lori La Bey talks with Guy Slowik, a retired Orthopedic Surgeon who for decades, has been interested in patient education. Guy developed one of the first encyclopedic-type health resources when the internet was founded which served as the foundation for Yahoo Health – the largest health information site online for some 12 years. Also joining us is Renee Despres,...

Today on Alzheimer’s Speaks we talked to representatives of the MacPhail Music Center with Connecting Voices Chorus, Artifcts, Meaningful Memory Makers, and Rakhma Homes.  MacPhail Music Center https://www. Macphail.org https://www. Macphail.org/Connecting-Voices-Chorus Artifcts  https://Artifcts.com Ellen@Artifcts.com Meaningful Memory Makers https://www. MeaningfulMemoryMaker.com Rakhma Homes ht...

Navigating Dementia with Storytelling and Community Support Lori La Bey talks with Karen Murdock a Founding Partner of Treasured Photo Collections and Creator of Voiced Memories. She is a professional photo manager with extensive experience helping families preserve their most cherished memories, and a dedicated caregiver to a loved one with Lewy body dementia. Today, she joins us to discuss the i...

Lori La Bey talks with Marty Agather the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Embrace Prevention Care. In this role, he is responsible for leading the efforts of the company to connect with older adult patients, their caregivers, physicians, and other healthcare providers and payors.  Embrace Prevention Care is a healthcare company that helps complex older adult patients take action to redu...

Old Mother Blackbird takes flight for celebrated singer-songwriter Sophie Bancroft    Lori La Bey talks with UK-based singer-songwriter Sophie Bancroft, whose award-winning short film - Old Mother Blackbird was recently included in a dementia-responsive program of short films, curated for long-haul flights as part of their inflight entertainment package.  Learn: What is the film Old Lady Blackbird...

The Role of a Death Doula in Dementia Care Lori La Bey talks with Lori Rizzo who is an end-of-life doula and certified dementia specialist. She provides gentle and supportive guidance to individuals and families navigating the end of life. Learn: What the heck is a Doula? The differences between Hospice and Doulas? Common Challenges families face. Who do Doulas support through the dying process? H...

THE GERI-GADGETS® APPROACH  Lori La Bey talks with Angela Fairhurst who is a seasoned entrepreneur with a passion for innovation. As the CEO and Founder of Geri-Gadgets®, Angela has carved out a niche in the realm of senior care with her groundbreaking patented products. Angela's expertise spans multiple domains; She’s a seasoned television and event producer, an Executive in Charge of Production...

Practical Tips and Candid Conversations for Alzheimer's and Dementia Family Caregivers Today we will learn about “The Caregiver’s Journey is an innovative and refreshing way to learn how to tackle day-to-day dementia family caregiving challenges with strength, patience, and peace of mind. Using practical tips and candid conversations, Lori La Bey talks with Sue Ryan and Nancy Treaster to help you...