Let's Talk Dementia

I was blessed to interview Dr. Michael Leon to learn about Memory Air. He has developed a machine that will help improve the olfactory system (your sense of smell). The olfactory system has a massive impact on the brain and improves the symptoms of dementia. That is excellent news! Listen to learn more. Check out his website at www.memoryair.com .

Is there anything better than a good laugh? You know, the kind referred to as a "belly laugh." It is better than medicine. I hope this episode makes you and your person with dementia laugh!  ​In January we will celebrate the 19th Anniversary of helping caregivers. Please consider being one of 190 individuals to commit to donating $10 a month to support our ministry. THANK YOU! Here is the link to...

Hurricane Helene just made its way across a large area of the United States, and she brought a wide path of destruction. It was scary for so many people, and yet others realized huge blessings when the storm scooted past them. Should we tell our loved ones with dementia about impending storms? ​ Do we discuss the storm in front of them? Listen in to learn the answer.

This episode gives more details on GROUNDING. It is an amazing way to heal the body and reduce inflammation. Remember, inflammation is the leading cause of Alzheimer's. If we can reduce inflammation by harnessing the power in Mother Earth, that is AMAZING!

There is a link between your sense of smell and Parkinson’s Disease. There is also a link between your sense of smell and other health issues. Take a sniff. Is your sniffer working well?

Women like their purses, and men are keen on having their wallets in their back pockets and keys in their front pockets. It all feels natural and familiar. Then, we move them to memory care and take those things away. Don’t do that!

Have you heard of “grounding?” It is a process by which your body absorbs electrons from the earth.   There is a good bit of science regarding its effectiveness in healing the human body.  

Do you always play certain roles in your marriage while your spouse has different roles? ​Should you teach your spouse to handle finances, operate the washer and dryer, or pump gas? Yes!

If you have to change the facts to bring peace and joy into the life of your loved one with dementia, will your nose grow?

The weather is nasty, and the skies are dark. Is that having a negative effect on your loved one with dementia?

Learning about the various medications your loved one is taking is very important. I often hear from family members whose loved one is taking one or more medications that are not intended for individuals with dementia. It's time to check!

Muscles prevent falls, reduce chances for broken bones, decrease bone loss, increase metabolism, and even improve cognition!

Do you have one central safe space for all your valuable paperwork?  Is it weather resistant?  Who knows of its existence?  I cover that on today’s episode. 

There are benefits available to veterans and spouses of veterans that help pay for assisted living, memory care, group homes, skilled nursing and in-home care. Today's episode will help you learn a little more about those benefits. Contact me at carol@letstalkdementia.org or Veterans and Families of Florida - www.vffloridda.org .

We all face problems daily. HOW we face those problems is key on our overall health and enjoyment of life. Don’t give your problems power!

I'm often asked, "Which of your books will help me most in my caregiving journey?"  I always respond with, "All of them!"  This episode will help you learn what each book is about, ​but really -- you need them all!!

If regular pooping is an issue for you, today's episode will bring you hope!

Have you given much thought to your gut? Maybe you should!

Just because you “hear” what someone is saying does not mean your brain has processed that information.

Do you feel as if your world is filled with stress, anxiety, or tension, and you can't see anything except the "bad" things? Is it hard to find the good things in your world? You might have an infestation of "Just The Bad Ants."

How many times in your life have you felt "less than" in a particular life situation? It is so common, and it is not beneficial to us. The Less Than Ant needs to be exterminated!

Stress is causing life to be "wacked up!" That is my new technical term, and I believe it is accurate. We deal with stressors we should not have in our lives. How do we handle this?

Do you constantly surround yourself with the world news?  Newspapers…television…scrolling on your phone… all of these can be detrimental to your cognitive and emotional health. 

Many of us know about the Grimm Fairy Tales, but have ever thought about how scary they are? To think these stories were read to us as children is kind of crazy. The stress brought on by these scary stories is something to be considered. Stress is not our friend!

There are many phobias, and some you may be familiar with. I will share a few with you today that might be unfamiliar. Phobias can lead to stress. Stress leads to dementia.