Alzheimer's Speaks

Lori La Bey will be talking with Daniel George and Dr. Peter Whitehouse the co-authors of American Dementia: Brain Health in an Unhealthy Society, published by Johns Hopkins University Press and available on Amazon.  Peter is a professor of neurology at Case Western Reserve University and a professor of medicine at University of Toronto. Daniel is a medical anthropologist and an associate professo...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Eilon Caspi a Gerontologist, Dementia Behavior Specialist and now Author of the book Understanding and Preventing Harmful Interactions Between Residents with Dementia.  He currently works as an assistant research professor at University of Connecticut. Elion’s applied research focuses on improving understanding and the prevention of various forms of elder...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Kerry Lange the COO and Chief Evangelist of CircleOf, and Alanna McLeod who is the Director of Engagement.  We are honored to have this opportunity to learn about and share their fantastic APP CircleOf with you.  This App is wonderful for a variety of caring roles, so join us and learn more on how to ease the journey and better. Contact the CircleOf: Kerr...

Lori La Bey talks with the 2021 Caregiver Friendly Award Winner, and Amazon Bestseller, LaBena Fleming who is a former educator, hospice professional, and certified dementia practitioner.  LaBena cared for her mother, with Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia.  She is committed to sharing her insights, knowledge, and experiences and we are thrilled to have her back on the show to learn about her book...

Patty Carlson a Professional Film Score Composer and Producer, Concert Pianist, Professional Music Educator, and the Author and Executive Director of Research for the US Patented Numeric Language of Music Program. As you can see Patty is well known for a variety of reason, yet she is one of those best kept secrets at the same time.  I am so thrilled to have her on the show today to discuss her ama...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Elizabeth Miller who is a family caregiver advocate, speaker, author, and Certified Caregiving Consultant. She has personal experiences caring for aging parents with chronic and terminal illnesses and for a sibling with developmental disabilities whom all inspired her to create Happy Healthy Caregiver in 2015. Today we will learn more about her services o...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Dr. Joy Poskozim.  Everyone calls her Dr. Joy.  Dr. Joy has been providing dental care to Alzheimer's patients for over ten years all over Chicagoland while maintaining a brick and mortar practice in the city of Chicago.  She also educates nursing home staff on the importance of oral care for those who cannot communicate. This show has a ton of great tips...

This show is a partnership with the Roseville Alzheimer’s and Dementia Community Action Team.  Pauline Boss joins us today.  She is a renowned pioneer researcher and theorist of ambiguous loss.  She coined in the term “Ambiguous Loss.” Pauline is the author of eight books including Ambiguous Loss: Learning to Live with Unresolved Grief; Loving Someone Who Has Dementia; and the Myth of Closure: Amb...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Mai Shannon, CEO of American Medical Homecare Alliance (AMHA) Hospice and Palliative Care,and Founder and CEO of Veterans Alliance.  They believe providing quality service is the heart of their business, whether it’s caring for patients in the home or providing staff to care for those in a facility.  We are live today so call in and join the conversation....

Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio As We Talk With Second Wind Dreams Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Melora Jackson is a gerontologist, dementia educator, and the Virtual Dementia Tour® Clinical Manager for Second Wind Dreams. Join us live and learn about all of their services.   We are live today so call in and join the conversation.  Ask your questions or make a comment at (323) 870-4602...

Dr. Andrew E. Budson, shares insights of his book SIX STEPS TO MANAGING ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA.  The book is written in an easy-to-read style.  It features clinical vignettes and character-based anecdotes that will help people understand in all kinds of real-life situations that can arise when you care for a loved one with dementia. Dr Budson received his medical degree from Harvard Medi...

Lori La Bey will be talking with Linda Burhans, who is known as the gal who cares for the caregivers with love, laughter and lessons learned.  Her mission is to empower the caregiver, ease their burdens and help them find the joy in the journey through education, comfort, and support!   We are live today so call in and join the conversation.  Ask your questions or make a comment at (323) 870-4602...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Author Chris Price.  He is a family practice physician in California. His book Allison’s Gambit, was inspired by patients of his who have been caregivers to those with dementia. Join us to learn more. For Information on the Book Allison's Gambit Contact Email:  emily@mindbuckmedia.com Website:  www.chrispriceauthor.com Order the Book Allison's Gambit Cont...

Esther Wiskerkethe visionary and founder of Symbiosia, a new concept in community living joins our host Lori La Bey; along with five supporters of the program Marc Sansom - SALUS Global Knowledge Exchange, Stuart McArthur - Robert McAlpine UK’s leading civil engineering company, Geoff Southern - IBI Group leads the architectural design, Jas Bassi - Caregiver for her mother, & Diane Bray - Dean at...

Our Host, Lori La Bey, will be talking with Robert Felgar is the CEO and founder of RAZ Mobility, which offers assistive technology and related services directly to people with disabilities, as well as to government agencies.  Prior to founding RAZ Mobility, Robert was a practicing telecommunications attorney and general counsel of two companies.         We are live today so call in and join the c...

Lori La Bey talks with Ellie Peterson who teaches Continuum of Care staff, volunteers, families, and friends how to use Meditative Movements™ during their routine day.  These movements allowing people to support memory care residents and loved ones, so they both feel calmer and more relaxed. A 2017 University of Minnesota research study found these simple movements which are adaptable to anyone’s...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Dr. Sherrie D. All, today.  Sherrie is an author, speaker, and psychologist.  She is also the founder of the Chicago Center for Cognitive Wellness (CCCW). Sherrie helps people prevent, respond to, and live well with dementia through her clinic, her speaking and her recent book which we will talk about The Neuroscience of Memory: Seven Skills to Optimize Y...

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.  Our host Lori La Bey and her Co-host Cathy Braxton love raising all voices and delivering sounds 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 hold to having a respectful conver...

Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio has partnered with the Roseville Alzheimer’s and Dementia Community Action Team to provide resource information for caregivers and people living with dementia during the pandemic. Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Shannan Calcutt, who is a multi-award winning performer and instructor. Shannan has conducted workshops in clown and play worldwide. She is a regular in...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Mary Crescenzo, who is a pioneer in arts engagement with people living with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.  Mary is a master teaching arts engagement and is a public speaker on how caregivers, family and friends can find alternative ways to connect with loved ones through the use of watercolor, music, movement, and storytelling.  She also provides workshops in cre...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Karla Hult who is an Emmy winning journalist of an Edward R. Murrow and Walter Cronkite award.  Karla founded So Many Goodbyes in honor of her Father. Her company helps those on the Alzheimer's journey... through mentoring, workshops, and public speaking.  Join us and learn more how So Many Goodbyes and support you. You can watch the video interview here...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Marilyn Raichle, who is the Executive Director Maude’s Awards, and we will talking with two of the winners of Maude’s Awards as individuals who won $5,000, each; Laurette Klier the Founder of Nana’s Books Series, and Carol B. Amos the founder of the Caregiver Principal. Contact Information Marilyn Raichle – Maude’s Awards Laurette Klier – Nana’s Books Car...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Peter Berry was diagnosed with early onset dementia at the age of fifty and Deb Bunt how is a retired family practitioner and author of Peter’s book “Slow Puncture”.  In Slow Puncture, Peter tells the world what it is really like to live with a terminal condition and Deb learns to enjoy each day more fully. We are live today so call in and join the conver...

Lori La Bey will be talking with Marilyn Raichle, who is the Executive Director Maude’s Awards and we will talking with one of the winners of Maude’s Award, Eyleen Braaten, representingGiving Voice. Giving Voice is one of three winners of the orginational category.  Their mission is to keep our local choruses strong and expand worldwide.  Contact Marilyn Raichle, Executive Director Maude’s Awards...

Our Host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Terry Moore who isthe Chairman of BRIGHT with 30+ years in management consulting where she delivered strategic marketing services to large corporations.  In addition, Veronica Price will be joining us.  She is a neurobiologist, serial entrepreneur, and BRIGHT’s Chief Knowledge Officer.  We will be discussing technology for dementia and the impact of light...