Alzheimer's Speaks

Today I want to introduce you to Ryan Herd, He is an accomplished author, patent holder, and TEDx speaker who has made a name for himself in the world of "smart" technology.” Ryan’s passion for this field goes beyond professional accolades. As a caregiver to his father, he has firsthand experience of the challenges that caregivers face every day. In response to these challenges, Ryan founded Careg...

Lori La Bey is excited to introduce you all to Janice Shokrian.  She is the Inventor, Founder, and CEO of Tausi Brands. Tausi's mission is to "Elevate Comfort, One Pillowcase at a Time.” We will learn how her love for her father led to the invention of Tausi which Holds Heads Up, So Heart Can Feel Full. Contact Janice Shokrian of Tausi        Website      Facebook       LinkedIn      Instagram   C...

Lori La Bey talks with Amber Gonion and her husband Rick are the proud owners of Atlas Villas Memory Care in Centerville, Minnesota.  Like many people, Amber and Rick were personally touched by dementia.  Amber’s grandparents, Jack and Colleen Long, both lived with dementia in their later years. Rick and Amber were disappointed with what was available in memory care and they designed their own com...

Lori La Bey talks with cofounders of the Echobox Tim and Tannis Roberts. Neither were tech people, worked in healthcare, or had a business background.  Yet both wanted to improve our care model after watching a video of a man who got much comfort from listening to his wife's voice after she passed away.  By following their intuition, Echbox has evolved to meet many needs on various levels. Listen...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Tara Jenkins who is a board-certified music therapist, certified dementia practitioner, and Montessori dementia care professional with 16 years of experience working in the eldercare field. She is the co-author of “Music, Memory, and Meaning: How to Effectively Use Music to Connect with Aging Loved Ones” and the founder of Harmony in Dementia, which provides group...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Terri Joski-Lang, the Director of Open Circle of Hopkins, Cora Cromer who is the Director of Open Circle Apple Valley, and Elaine Lofquist who is a loving care partner for her husband Marv who attends the Open Circle program. Learn: What is an Adult Day Program and who attends? What specific types of services does Open Circle offer? What is Open Circles Philosophy...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Terri Joski-Lang, the Director of Open Circle of Hopkins, Cora Cromer who is the Director of Open Circle Apple Valley, and Elaine Lofquist who is a loving care partner for her husband Marv who attends the Open Circle program. Contact Open Circle Adult Day Services     Website Apple Valley, MN  952-236-2524       Minneapolis, MN  612-843-4940     Hopkins, MN   952-9...

Today we talk with Bruce Elliott, the CEO & Co-Founder, and  Brian Hall a Board member and the Director of the UK and International business for  Memory Lane Games. Also joining us is Kait Clavette,  a speech-language pathologist who is using Memory Lane Games with her clients dealing with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. I can’t wait to learn more about Memory Lane Games! Con...

Our host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Diana Shulla Cose the Founding Executive Director, Lorenzo’s House, Bree Ruge the Lead of Programs & Development at Lorenzo's House. Also joining us are three young adults who are involved with Lorenzo’s House - William Dean, Shylah Thiara, and Jessica Christensen. Contact    Lorenzo’s House       Email      Phone   (312) 319-8797   Facebook   @lorenz...

We talk with Diana Shulla Cose the founding Executive Director of Lorenzo’s House, and Bree Rugethe Lead of Programs & Development. Also joining us are three young adults who are involved with Lorenzo’s House - William Dean, Shylah Thiara, and Jessica Christensen. Learn about the variety of ways these kids are being empowered and supported. Learn about the Youth Summit on June 17th Shift the N...

Today we talk with the Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation, which promotes dignity and quality of human life. Our focus will be on three of the foundation’s initiatives Maude’s Awards, Maude’s Ventures, and The Memory Hub. Our guests include Richard Ferry, Quentin Orem, Marilyn Raichle, and Marigrace Becker. Maude’s Awards mission is to enrich the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer’s...

Lori La Bey is joined by Dr. Laird, and Deanna Vigliotta with Seni as we wrap up this series of what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in Memory Care. Dr. Laird is a Geriatrician and has 25 years of experience as Medical Director for two Memory Disorder Clinics in Florida. Deanna Vigliotta has served over 30 years in healthcare sales and sales management.  She is the National Sal...

Today we are going to learn about the Richard and Maude Ferry Foundation, which is a family foundation deeply rooted in the Catholic tradition, that promotes the dignity and quality of human life. We will be focusing on three of the Ferry Foundation’s initiatives 1) Maude’s Awards, 2) Maude’s Ventures, and 3) The Memory Hub. Our guests include Richard Ferry himself, Quentin Orem, Marilyn Raichle,...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Christopher Doran, is a registered nurse who works in senior living and in the hospital setting where he precepts new nurses and runs training sessions on dementia care. His main focus is dementia education and how to maximize retention of learning. Contact Christopher Doran    LinkedIn       Stop and Watch Form   ContactLori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources...

Our Host, Lori La Bey is joined by James Lee with Bella Groves, and Deanna Vigliotta and Laurie Gredlein with Seni as we discuss what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in Memory Care. James Lee is the CEO and co-founder of Bella Groves, a company in San Antonio, Texas helping families in the journey of supporting a loved one living with dementia.  Laurie Gredlein and Deanna Vigli...

Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.  We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites!  So, we invite you to call in and tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to having respectful conversations. Call in and Talk with  us 323 870-4602...

Lindsey Harbison, with The 80th Street Residence and Deanna Vigliotta with Seni as they discuss what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in a Memory Care setting. All have worked in health for years, so we know this will be an insightful conversation. Contact     Seni     Website    Email   YouTube      LinkedIn       Facebook       80th Street Residence    Website    Email     Fac...

Lori La Bey talks with Bruce Elliott, the CEO & Co-Founder of Memory Lane Games. Bruce has a twenty-year track record of building world-class, innovative eCommerce companies.  Also joining us is Kait Clavette, a speech-language pathologist since 2012. Kait has worked with individuals across the lifespan and specializes in treating adults with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. I can...

Lori La Bey is joined by Deena Coffee with Artis Senior Living, and Deanna Vigliotta and Laurie Gredlein with Seni as they discuss what “quality of life and good care” actually looks like in a Memory Care setting. All three of these ladies have phenomenal experience in healthcare, so we know this episode will be loaded with nuggets! Contact     Seni     Website    Email   YouTube      LinkedIn   ...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Ali Stoddard who has deep experience in cannabinoid medicine, orthopedics, pain management, and nutrition. She’ll discuss CBD - types and uses, and other Brain Foods on today’s show. Contact Ali Stoddard, Green Alley - a CBD Health & Wellness Company Cell  925-899-4539     Email    Website    Website    Facebook     YouTube     Instagram  LinkedIn    Twitter   @Ali...

Today my guests are Sara Barsel and Deborah Shouse, both longtime friends, and colleagues. Sara Barsel is the founder and organizer of the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group (2018 – present) and the Roseville, Minnesota’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia Community Action Team since 2013.  Deborah Shouse is a writer and editor and co-founder of Dementia Friendly Kansas City. She is the author of Love i...

Part 2 of 2 Is Dementia Care Different in Malaysia From Where You Live?  Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Sharifah Tahir who lives in Malaysia.  She is a full-time care partner by choice since 2014.  She is now using her personal experience and training through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care© independent certifications to support others. As a dementia advocate, she focuses on empowerment a...

Part 1 of 2 Is Dementia Care Different in Malaysia From Where You Live?  Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Sharifah Tahir who lives in Malaysia.  She is a full-time care partner by choice since 2014.  She is now using her personal experience and training through Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care© independent certifications to support others. As a dementia advocate, she focuses on empowerment a...

Today my guests are Sara Barsel and Deborah Shouse, both longtime friends, and colleagues. Sara Barsel is the founder and organizer of the Dementia-Friendly Airports Working Group (2018 – present) and the Roseville, Minnesota’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia Community Action Team since 2013.  Deborah Shouse is a writer and editor and co-founder of Dementia Friendly Kansas City. She is the author of Love i...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with the renowned Pippa Kelly from the UK, who is an award-winning blogger, journalist, author, and podcaster of “Well I know Now…So Much More About Dementia.” She is one of the UK’s top ten dementia influencers and a wonderful public speaker. Like most of us, Pippa has been personally touched by dementia. Her late mother lived with vascular dementia for ten years. We a...