Alzheimer's Speaks

Call in and join the conversation at:  323-870-4602 Today Lori La Bey talks with our friend and past guest Susan H. McFadden, who is known around the world for her cutting-edge work in dementia care.  Today we will discuss her new book; Dementia-Friendly Communities: Why We Need Them and How We Can Create Them.  This will be a live sho, so feel free to call in with your questions or comments. Call...

Today Lori La Bey talks with Tony Dearing a journalist who writes about brain health and prevention of dementia.  We will focus on Mild cognitive Impairment (MCI), how it differs from other dementia’s, and why it’s important to understand what you are dealing with, and Tony’s book, I Want My Mind Back."   Feel free to call in and join the conversation at 323-870-4602. Contact Tony Dearing:     Ema...

Lori La Bey talks with Tracey Lawrence the founder of Grand Family Planning and best-selling author of “Dementia Sucks.” Tracey will discuss how she survived caregiving for two parents who were diagnosed with dementia.  I think you will find Tracey’s unique perspective on the challenges of staying productive under pressure.  She will share some tips with us today, but you can also reach out to her...

Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sounds news, not just sound bites since 2011. Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602 Lori La Bey talks with Cathy Braxton the founder of Improv4Caregivers, a site which offers a variety of support to those who care.  Today we are going to talk with C...

Lori La Bey talks with Susanne White, the founder of Caregiver Warrior. Susanne will share some of her experiences, and how she found strength and hope to survive the caring journey with grace and empowerment.  Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602   Contact at Susanne White: Website:Caregiverwarrior.com Twitter: @caregivewarrior Facebook: Caregiver Warrior Instagram: Caregiver Warrior   Contact...

Open Mic on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Come Join the Conversation!  Tell Us What Ties You to Dementia?  Call in and Tells Us Your Story or About Your Product, Service or Tool.  We Discuss Everything Dementia. 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 sounds news...

Today Lori La Bey talks with colleague and friend Kari Berit who has been known for here work in the Caregiver field for ages.  Today we are going to discuss shame its relationship to Alzheimer’s disease & other dementias. We will learn how to stay S.A.N.E. when caring for another. Come join us as we have a fun, honest, and informative conversation, that will help you on your own caring journey. C...

On this show, Lori La Bey talks with Marilyn Raichle, the Executive Director of Maude’s Awards, along with Reverend Dr. Nicole Chilivis, a recipient of on of their awards in 2020.  Learn about the application process which just opened and will run through May 15th.  The winners will be announced in October of 2021. Call in and join the conversation at:  323-870-4602 Contact Our Guests: Website:  w...

Today Lori La Bey talks Laurette Klier the founder of Nana’s Books who shares the beautiful adult book series she has developed for those living with dementia.  The series has exquisite artwork and prose which provide a wonderful and natural engagement point to create joyful moments.  Learn about this fantastic resource and the types of books available.  Contact Laurette Klier with Nana's Books We...

Today Lori La Bey talks with Pam Ostrowski who is an Alzheimer’s family consultant, speaker, and Author of the book:  It’s Not That Simple – Helping Families Navigate the Alzheimer’s Journey.  She has been through a 14-year Alzheimer’s journey with her own mother. She knows what it's like to make those tough decisions and learned from mistakes she made and has become stronger for that process. Lis...

Lori La Bey Talks with Dr. Kelli A. Uitenham, a nationally certified speech language pathologist. She is the owner of Serenity Speech Therapy, a private tele-practice company. Dr. Uitenham is a medical speech language pathologist who specializes in young adult, adult, and geriatric populations, treating articulation, cognitive, swallowing, fluency, and voice deficits. Dr Uitenham has worked in ski...

Today Lori La Bey talks Miya Adout the Founder of Miya Music Therapy. Miya is a Certified Music Therapist and specializes in working with seniors with dementia & Alzheimer's disease. Let’s learn together about the power of Music Therapy. Call in and join the conversation at:  323-870-4602 Contact Miya Adout Website        Email        FaceBook       Instagram: @miyamusictherapy    Contact Lori La...

Susan Zimmerman joins Lori La Bey on Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio to share her latest book with, Rays of Hope: Lighting the Way in Life’s Transitions and Losses, which is so timely with the COVID pandemic. This book is a powerful and beautiful piece of art that calms the soul and gives hope to move forward. Contact Susan Zimmerman Email      Blog    Purchase Susan’s Books & get 2 Free E-Books     Also...

Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio has partnered with the Rsvl A/D to provide resource information for caregivers and people living with dementia during the pandemic.  The following episode is #8 of an 8-part series. Lori La Bey talks with Bonnie Jaffe, an RN who has been with Jewish Family Services of St. Paul since 2008. She leads the Senior Care Services program that helps elders and people with disabili...

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 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 conversation. Call in and Talk with us (323) 870-4602...

Our host, Lori La Bey talks with Todd Langevin, the CEO of Functional Neuromodulation, about their clinical trial using deep brain stimulation referred to as DBS.  We will find out who the ideal canidates are for their trial, where it's available and how it works.  We will also talk about safety issues since Covid hit and how they are proceeding with their ADvance II trial Contact at FxNeuromod: E...

Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio has partnered with the Rsvl A/D to provide resource information for caregivers and people living with dementia during the pandemic.  The following episode is #7 of an 8-part series. Lori La Bey talks with Cassandra Harvey, the Healthy Aging and Caregiving Supports Manager at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation in Minnesota. Cassandra oversees multiple services, and we will be...

Lori La Bey talks with Richard Underwood. living with Parkinson’s disease and Lucy Jung, co-Founder of Charco Neurotech whose company specializes in improving the lives of those diagnosed with Parkinson’s. I believe you will learn many things, just as I did.  All exciting news, support, and services for those living with Parkinson’s and those that care for them. Contact Richard Underwood:    Parki...

Today Lori La Bey talks Scott Lien is co-founder and CEO of GrandPad and Nathan Vogt the director of strategic accounts.  We will explore what GrandPad is and how it is different from other technologies on the market and how it has improved the lives of seniors by connecting to their family and friends, assessing healthcare and how GrandPad has been leveraged during Covid. Contact Grand Pad Websit...

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. Today, Lori La Bey talks with Tresa Vaudreuil, Divisional Dementia Care Manager with Brookdale Senior Living and Denise Olson, Executive Director at Brookdale North Oaks.  They will share how the...

Lori La Bey talks with Stewart Bates the Marketing Director for Inspired Inspirations an amazing touch screen activity table for care and education.  Not only does it size, and flexibility make it different, but there is no monthly subscription fee with this service.  It’s an AMAZING tool on many levels. Contact Inspired Inspirations Touch Screen Tables Website          Email          Phone:  0798...

Today Lori La Bey talks Richard L. Morgan, a retired teacher and chaplain and author of books on Spirituality of Aging, Spiritual Care of Dementia, and Life at Ninety. Richard will tell us about his new book Light of Setting Suns coming out in March. Call in and join the conversation at:  323-870-4602 Contact Richard Morgan          Email           Purchase Light of Setting Suns     View all Books...

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. Today Lori La Bey talks with Ted Bowman a grief and family educator. For over 12 years, he has facilitated a caregiver support group and has taught courses at both the Universities of Minnesota a...

Today Lori La Bey talks with Jytte Lokvig, a nationally recognized Alzheimer’s and dementia specialist and advocate of progressive and person-centered eldercare.  She will tell us about the upcoming FREE conference “Dementia Possibilities” and how you can participate on February 8 - 12, 2021. Join the conversation at:  323-870-4602 Contact Jytte Fogh Lokvig, Ph. D.          Website         Website...

Lori La Bey talks with three professionals who believe those with living with dementia can continue to successfully travel.  Together they make travel easy.  You will see how Deanna Vigliotta with Seni & TZMO Global, Andrew J. Garnett with the Special Needs Group and Special Needs at Sea, and along with Kristy LaCroix of Wheelchair Escapes work together to make your vacation dreams a reality by co...