Do I Sound Like I Care? with Louise Lynch

Synopsis What does it really take to care for a parent with Alzheimer’s while holding down a full-time job? In this episode of Do I Sound Like I Care?, Louise speaks with Sam, an unpaid family carer whose mum was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s over a decade ago. Sam shares her experience of navigating diagnosis, inadequate follow-up care, managing finances, surveillance for safety, and the harsh reali...

Humour and Heart: Smug Roberts on Caring for Dementia In this episode of 'Do I Sound Like I Care?', host Louise Lynch welcomes actor and comedian Smug Roberts to discuss his experiences as an unpaid carer. They talk about his journey from stand-up comedy to acting, his new play 'Dementia Street', and the importance of maintaining humour while caring for a loved one with dementia. Sharing personal...

In this episode of 'Do I Sound Like I Care?' podcast, host Louise welcomes Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, to discuss the multifaceted challenges of being a carer. The conversation explores Burnham’s personal experiences with caring for his father, who has Alzheimer’s, and the impacts of the 15-minute domiciliary care visit culture. Burnham reflects on his professional insights gain...

In this episode of 'Do I Sound Like I Care?' host Louise Lynch a former Emmy award-winning TV producer turned full-time carer, speaks with musician, singer, and educator Claire Pilling about her personal experience caring for her mother during lockdown. They delve into the transformative role music played in managing dementia, the impact of the pandemic on mental health, and the importance of resp...