Alzheimer's Speaks

Lori La Bey, talks with Jenna Zark, the author of Crooked Lines: A Single Mom’s Jewish Journey.  Both of her parents had dementia.  Jenna is a playwright whose works are produced in New York, the Midwest and at regional theaters throughout the country. She is also the director of communications at Cassia, which provides housing, health care and community services to older adults. Also joining us i...

Today author Kirsten Levy of the book Alzheimer's Fantasy in the Key of G, joins our host Lori La Bey.  Kirsten enjoyed a long career in research and administration at Boston University and has an MBA in health care management. These twin pillars of her career, helped her when Alzheimer’s Disease hit her family circle. We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602   Contact Kristen Levy       Websit...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Today I will be talking with Rithvik Ganesh who is a current computer science student at MIT and Cofounder of AlzBuddy. He has participated in Alzheimer's Advocacy Work through the Alzheimer's Association and has been active in scientific research initiatives.  In addition, we have Vedant Tapiavala is a freshman at Dartmouth studying Neuroscience and Human-Centered...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Johanna Hernandez.  She knows that being a dementia caregiver is one of the most difficult and wonderful jobs a person can have.  Johanna cared for her grandfather.  Her goal now is to provide education to caregivers while reminding them to care for themselves.  We are live today so call in (323) 870-4602 Contact Johanna Hernandez       Website     Email       Face...

Lori La Bey talks with Robert Liebreich thePresident & CEO of Goodwin Living. Their mission is to support, honor and uplift applies equally to those they serve as well as those who provide services. This drives them to be intentional both as a best senior living and healthcare provider and as a best place to work. Today Rob will share information on the free brain health program STRONGERMEMORY as...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Jane Dwinell who is an RN, Unitarian Universalist minister, and an author who lives in Vermont. She and her husband, Sky Yardley, chronicled his years living with dementia in their blog, and then book, Alzheimer’s Canyon. Join us live today and learn about their journey. all in and ask you questions or make a comment at (323) 870-4602 Sky Yardley & Jane Dwinell wer...

Fantastic Advice For Caregivers! Jodi Kay Benusa a social worker and seasoned inpatient discharge planner joins us Lori La Bey today. She has multiple certifications and is experienced working with residents and families in nursing home settings. She is a well wealth of  knowledge!  You can watch the video interview here Contact Jodi Kay Benusa, Midwest Geriatric Consulting Services Website     Em...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Jimmy Zollo the co-founder and CEO of Joe & Bella, an adaptive apparel brand for older adults. Joe & Bella’s is the first contemporary adaptive-apparel brand for older adults. They make stylish, comfortable clothes that innovatively balance form and function, in turn making dressing easier, stress-free, and more dignified.   We are live today so call in (323) 870-4...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Jaye Tee the author of 13 Months: Diary of a Caregiver’s Grief.  Jaye has spent over 20 years in the field of mental health and addiction services as a licensed therapist, supervisor, and instructor. In her memoir, she openly shares her struggles, turmoil, and path to healing as a way to support others dealing with grief after the dementia caregiving comes to an en...

Celebrate the 2022 Maude’s Awards Winners!  Joining her is Marilyn Raichle the Executive Director, Maude’s Awards, Sandy Sabersky the Co-founder and Board Chair of Elderwise which was one of the organizational winners, and Hailey Richman the Founder of Kid Caregivers who is one of the individual winners. Marilyn Raichle - Maude’s Awards     Website     Social Media  @maudesawards    #MaudesAwards...

Dr. Marion Somers joins Lori La Bey on Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio today.  She is recognized as a visionary and thought leader in the field of elder field of elder care.  She has over 40 years of experience as a geriatric care manager, caregiver, author, speaker, and teacher of all things elder and eldercare.  I’m honored to have Marion join us today to share her expertise.  After decades of working...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Benjamin Surmi the Director of Education and Culture at Koelsch Communities, which is a third-generation family business that operates specialized memory care, assisted and independent living communities across eight states.  They are located in  Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Montana, Texas and Washington. Koelsch's Innovation Lab pioneers best-pr...

Lori La Bey talks with Nihal Satyadev is the Chairman and Co-Founder of The Youth Movement Against Alzheimer's.  They are the nations leader providing opportunities for college and high school students to advocate, research, and provide care for those battling dementia. Nihal is a published researcher who attends the University of Medicine & Health Sciences and is a member of the Duke Global Neuro...

What You Need To Know About Alzheime'rs Treatments Our host, Lori La Bey talks with Sharon L. Rogers, Ph. D., who is best known as the worldwide leader and development strategist for the highly successful Alzheimer’s Disease treatment, Aricept® (donepezil), the standard of care for more than 20 years. After that success, she moved to VC-based start-ups holding a variety of senior executive positio...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Sivan Perdue who is a licensed clinical professional art therapist and creative engagement consultant.  Her work focuses on improving the mental health and quality of life for those living with dementia. Sivan was recently certified in dementia and sexual health, and she assists facilities in creating sexual health affirming environments and policies to support and...

Lori La Bey talks with Jennifer Randazzo, author of Grandpa & Lewy: A Story of Hope and Empowerment for Children Touched by Lewy Body Dementia. Her own father battle Lewy body dementia. Jennifer was determined to raise awareness and provide a resource that her family never had.  Join Lori and listen to Jennifer’s story.  By sharing experiences and tools we make the journey easier for everyone. Con...

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Anne Kenny who is a geriatrician and palliative care physician, author of Making Tough Decisions about End-of-Life Care in Dementia and the Founder of Together in Dementia - an educational/informational blog/coaching/course platform with a mission to provide physician-informed approach to care from someone who has also traveled the dementia journey.  Watch the vide...

Lori La Bey will talks with Elion Caspi of Dementia Behavior Consulting and Cyndy Luzinski of Dementia Together about how can we and how should we support advocates living with dementia as their symptoms progress.  How do we create a transiton plan?  When should a transition plan be discussed, developed, and implemented?  Does anyone currently have a plan in place?  If so, what does it look like?...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Casey Bernstein who is a registered Nurse who became a Nia teacher, Nia trainer, and Nia Moving to Heal trainer.  Casey brings Nia movement to a special population and is the owner of The Center for Nia & Yoga in Albany, NY.  Contact The Center for Nia & Yoga Website     Email     Address   918 SW Yamhill 3rd Floor Portland, OR 97205    Casey's    Website...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Gerontologist, Rachael Wonderlin, who is an internationally recognized dementia care consultant.  She owns a senior living consulting company and runs the popular blog and podcast by the same name, Dementia By Day. Rachael is also the author of The Caregiver's Guide to Memory Care and Dementia Communities. Contact Rachael Wonderlin       Website     Book ...

Lori La Bey talks with three powerful dementia advocates. Rev. Jeanette B. Jordan, the Founder & Pastor of Journey to the Cross Ministries, a Multi-Denominational Church in Park Forest, IL.  Her husband of 60 years, Robert A. Jordan, was a pediatrician diagnosed with Dementia in 2016.  Also joining us is Tammy Jacobs a Community Engagement Specialist with the New IDEAS study. She is responsible fo...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Tara Ballman currently serves as Executive Director for the National Aging in Place Council and Gina Knight is founder and president of Kastle Keeper LLC.  Let’s learn all about aging in place and how the Aging in Place Council can help you do just that! We are live today so call in and join the conversation.  (323) 870-4602 National Aging in Place Counci...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Emily Nyberg who has more than 20 years of healthcare and nursing experience, along with more than 10 years of management experience.  She is an RN who loves her job working with Baywood Home Care team as their Chief Compliance, Quality & Education Officer.  Emily also loves supporting each client’s right to have the freedom to live at home. Contact Infor...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Jeff McSpadden who is a composer, musician, producer and technologist with over 25 years working in the music and television industry creating original music for clients such as HBO, NBC, ABC, AMC and Mercedes-Benz. Jeff is currently the co-founder and CEO at Composure, an evidence-based well-being platform that uses on-demand, personalized soundscapes as...

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 invite you to call in and tell us how you are living with or improving dementia care. We just ask all parties hold to having a respectful conversation. Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602 Share your personal dementia or caregiving stories. Tell us about y...