Alzheimer's Speaks

Our guests will be Sharon Olsen and Hanne Hojsted.  Hanne is a Naturopathic Doctor and Iridologist.  Some of the questions I will be posing are: 1.  What exactly is Inflammation in the body?   2.  What are some other factors you believe play a role in Alzheimer's?   3.  How important is the diet in controlling inflammation?    4.  Can blood sugar play a role in Alzheimer’s?       5.  What suppleme...

This will be a great show with Jackie Pool from the UK.  Jackie is doing extraordinary work in the field of dementia. As a leader she is helping both family and professional shift dementia care culture.  Although her work is based in the UK, Jackie is touching lives around the world. Today we will talk about Dementia Champions and more. Email: Jackie.pool@jackiepoolassociates.org Website Our secon...

Music Prescriptions Effective for those Living with Dementia Today Coro Health will be joining us to discuss the power of music and their modes and ability to engage people with dementia and to have them stay on task. We will also be reviewing their new APP Music First, which is ideal for easy access. contact information:  www.corohealth.com david@corohealth.com Activities Service That ComeTo Your...

Avoid Scams - Be Wise, Informed and Empowered Today we will have Gary Jonson from the Minnesota Better Business Association join us to discuss how to avoid scams and what to do if  you one into an unethical company. This URL has some great information on charitable giving does and don'ts. You can reach Gary here: gjohnson@thefirstbbb.org Phone: 651-695-2424 Our second guest today will be Author Na...

Our interview today we will discuss what was shared about the Alzheimer's Disease International conferenceheld in Chinese Taipei. We will be speaking to Marc Wortmann the Executive Director of ADI which is locatedin London.  Our focus will be on conference, what they hope to achieve, who was involved and why it matters to have this meeting of the minds. Alzheimer's Disease International or email A...

Planning For Gratitude, Plus New Approaches to Dementia Today our guest will be Linda McLean, an internationally respected business and life coach, and the author of the #1 International bestselling book, Next Level Living® – Today’s Guide for Tomorrow’s Abundant Life and My Gratitude Journal. She will share with the how to live a life of gratitude, even through illness and how to develop a paln t...

Today we will have Keith Brengle on our show.  Keith is a son dealing with his Father's dementia.  We will talk openly about their journey and how how his coping with the disease.  Check out the music video Keith set to Kenny Chesney's song "While He Still Knows Who I Am." Our second guest will be Lisa Hirsch, Author of My Mom, My Hero will join us.  Lisa is a passionate advocate and has some grea...

Authors Tom & Karen Brenner will be our first guests today to discuss their new book "You Say Goodbye and We Say Hello - The Montessori Method for Positive Dementia Care."  We would love to for you to join the convversation.  What questions do you have? Contact the Brenners via: tandkbrenner@gmail.com  www.brennerpathways.org Our second guest today will be Ellen Gerst a grief and relationship coac...

Awakenings Program - Medication Reduction Maria Reyes & Shelley Matthes from Ecumen join us to talk about their Awakenings Program seeing significant results in removing medications, increasing engagement and saving dollars!  Contact Information: mariareyes@ecumen.org  ecumen.org   Lakes Area Memory Awareness Advocates (LAMAAs) are a group of citizens, co-workers, caregivers, family members and ar...

We will be rescheduling our first guest ADI to a new date and time and will post as soon as we are able to confirm a date,but as the saying goes the show did go on. Our First Guests will be coming to us from the Alzheimer's Disease International conference from Chinese Taipei. The theme for the conference is Dementia: Action For Global Change. We will be speaking to Marc Wortmann the Executive Dir...

Are You Ready To Dare To Care? Join us today with our guest and author Cheryl Carmichael.  Her book "Dare To Care," is about caring for our elders.  The book is designed as a manual for caregiver.  It is easy to use, and defines the different types and levels of care.  It will provide you with great forms which will save you a ton of time and help you document activities and progress as well as ke...

Kaye will share her story and the struggles of living with dementia as a transgender person.  Sam will tell us how the Alzheimer's Association is working to help this population, and together we will discuss the proper terminology and how we can remove the stigmas and build tolerance for all people living with the disease.  Come and join the conversation! Kaye can be reached kayefox@sc.rr.com LGBT...

Today we are going to talk with George Vradenburg, President of the Vradenburg Foundation who has had an up close and personal look at Alzheimer's disease.  He has taken his personal experience and his business skills to form US Against Alzheimer's, an organization set out to change Dementia as we know it. Join the conversation.  Learn how this disease is effecting society.  Learn how YOU CAN MAKE...

Today's guest will be the Founder of the Alzheimer's Poetry Project, Gary Glazner.  We will have a lively discussion with Gary and others that have joined his mission to bring joy of poetry to those dealing with dementia. Contact info: gary@alzpoetry.com Our second guest will be Angil Tarach-Ritchey RN, GCM, Eldercare Expert, and Author of Behind the Old Face - Aging in America and the Coming Elde...

Today our guest will be Dr. Richard Isaacson.  He is the Author of "The Alzheimer's Diet."  We will discuss the importance of nutrition, the impact it has on our bodies and a new medical food that has shown in studies to help those with Dementia.  The product, Axona, is available now under prescription.  There is also a new medical trial being done which is looking for participants. Information on...

Alexander "Sandy" Halperin, will join us today to share his story of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and now raising awareness as an "National Advisor on the Early Stage Advisory Group," for the Alzheimer's Association. Sandy, was diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2010 at the age of 60. As a member of the national 2012 Early-Stage Advisory Group, Sandy hopes to bring awa...

The first half will feature Shelia Van Houten, a spiritual healer, coach, counselor and extraordinary artist.  During this hour we will talk about her new found talent and how it is being used to help those with dementia engage and enjoy the world of art and conversation. Others that will join Sheila are Dan Dolliff, Emily Figueroa and Jodie Kneip.  Each will give insights from different perspecti...

Today we are blessed to have Author Kate Swaffer with us who has written Love, Life, Loss, A Roller Coaster of Poetry.  Kate was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 49.  She will share with us her very intimate world as she lives it and sees it, through poetry and more. Contact Kate though: Website and Blog at http://kateswaffer.com Twitter  - https://twitter.com/KateSwaffer Our second guest Raw...

Today we will have on of the top leaders in the world on culture change with us... Dr. Bill Thomas. I hope you can join the conversation as it is always fun and enlighting when talking with Bill.  To Contact Dr. Thomas please go to his website: www.changingaging.org Harry Urban, an Expert living with memory loss and Founder of "Forget Me Not."  Harry will talk about his new group and their launch...

Today we are honored to have with Ron Culberson, Humorist and President of the National Speakers Association with us. Ron spent the first part of his career working in a large hospice organization as a clinical social worker, manager and senior leader.  Now as a speaker, humorist and author of “Do It Well, Make It Fun”, his mission is to help organizations be more successful by combining excellenc...

Our Guest Barbara Brock, Author and Researcher has developed the Reality Comprehension Clock Test. She will talk about the important value of this test, how it analyzes the Brain power which is left and how that can help us care for and engage people with Dementia. Reality Comprehension Clock Test, Health Care's most powerful cognitive assessment, is a standardized assessment that is ideal for use...

Today will have Actress and Author Judy Prescott with us.  Judy wrote "Searching For Cecy- Reflections on Alzheimer's" which is a beautiful collection of poetry and artwork reflecting her personal journey with dementia. Judy Prescott can be reached:    judyprescott.com facebook.com/searchingforcecy  twitter.com/judyprescott1 Our second guest will be Alysia Reiner with "Speed Grieving."  Alysia is...

Our first guest is Author Sherri Snelling of "A Cast of Caregivers - Celebrity Stories to Help You Prepare to Care."  Sherri is the CEO - Caregiving Club and the Executive Producer - Handle With Care TV show.  Sherri will share some of her favorite stories with us along with several other initiatives she has to help those who care. Contact Sherri via her website www.caregivingclub.com   Our second...

Todays guest will be Wendy Krueger. Wendy has been a Board Certified Music Therapist for nearly seven years. She graduated from Berklee College of Music with a Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy in 2006, and currently works at developing new Music Therapy programs in Northeastern Massachusetts through her business, Up Beat Music Therapy. Wendy directs a Music Therapy Internship program and supervi...

Our first guests are Authors David Troxel and Virginia Bell. Both of which, have spent decades shifting Dementia Care Culture around the world.  Their are best known for their book "The Best Friends™ Approach to Alzheimer's Care: A Guide for Care Partners."  David and Virginia will share with us many of the lessons they have learned throughout theirs years.   Their website is  Best Friend Approach...