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Today's episode features Lauren - who tells the story of her mother Pat's journey with Alzheimer's - PPA and lung cancer. Lauren describes noticing her mother's speech becoming jumbled in August 2022, which led to a challenging path to diagnosis involving family dynamics between her, her two sisters, and their father. Lauren so astutely recounts how navigating the family dynamics helped her recogn...

Jackie von Salm, a chemist and Chief Scientific Officer at Psilera, shares her father Terry's journey with FTD. We loved how Jackie was so raw + honest about family dynamics, becoming Terry's POA in her 20s, and how she learned how to be direct + honest in how she felt and what she needed while caregiving. You can learn more about what she's up to at Psilera here . You can also hear us...

This week's episode dives into the legal side of family dynamics with Elder Law Attorney Jerry Rothkoff. We cover all of our burning legal questions - from POA to Guardianship to Medicaid and Medicare. Jerry gives lots of wisdom on how family dynamics play a role in his job and how he navigates it all. We want to thank Jerry for coming on the podcast but also for supporting our community with so m...

Our inaugural in-law guest on the podcast, Amber, eloquently discusses her experiences as a mother, wife, and caregiver to her father-in-law, Robert. She covers a range of topics, from navigating Medicaid to ensuring Robert's safety—not only in a physical sense but also on social media. It's clear that she has truly gone above and beyond in her role. We thoroughly enjoyed our conversation...

Christy found a way to navigate her father's FTD diagnosis with poise -- From fighting for a diagnosis to navigating 4 different Memory Care facilities... Christy seemed to go above and beyond to provide the best loving care for her dad. What was so apparent to us - was how naturally she adapted to his reality - always keeping his personhood at the forefront of her mind. But it was not without so...

Today's episode feels like a conversation between 3 old friends. Genessee, openly shares her unique experience with her mother's complex mental health issues and her eventual diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). For the first time we really dive into the topic of infertility -- and what it's like to navigate a fertility journey alongside the grief and challenges having a loved o...

Continuing on our theme of family dynamics - a long-time listener and friend of the podcast, CJ, comes forward to share her story. We talk a lot about navigating motherhood alongside her father Russ' FTD journey, with all the family dynamics and challenges that come along the way. CJ tells her story with so much love and honesty, it is sure to touch your heart. Thank you, CJ, for sharing your...

A young son and family member from  NYT Magazine's  “ The Vanishing Family ” speaks with us on today's episode. In what may be one of our most powerful interviews, Ansel shares the origins of his mother Peggy's journey with FTD and their family's discovery of the MAPT FTD mutation through their incredible efforts to contribute to FTD research. You can read Ansel's recent piece...

A beautiful blended family-- Janet's husband Mike was diagnosed with FTD during the pandemic -- and she shares with us how she navigates the heartache and grief through the beautiful blended family her and Mike formed together. Janet thought it was important this season featured a story of how families can come together too -- and we're so glad. Thank you, Janet for sharing your story with...

We plunge head first into family dynamics with our extraordinary guest, Niki. Niki shares the story of her father, Dominic, detailing his journey with FTD - including the difficulties of balancing the reality and gravity of the diagnosis alongside the overwhelming decisions for his care. All while navigating family conflicts, and of course, the emotional and psychological toll it takes. Niki talks...

SEASON 10! WHAT? 10 seasons in and we're finally ready to dive into the topic of Family Dynamics. Before diving into our guests stories, our first episode has some personal updates (Rachael's puppy golden retriever BENNY!), our hopes + dreams for the new season, some hearty laughs + more. ------------------- For all things RM, join us over on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PATREON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , visit our website www.remem...

Surprise... another BONUS ep! The grief convo in Season 9, we felt, really needed to include the genetic piece of this disease, and so we are HONORED to have Erynn Gordon - a board certified genetic counselor with 20 years of clinical, research, and industry experience with us to dive into this topic. Erynn SO thoughtfully breaks down genetics and testing and chats with us all about a new resource...

Surprise! We're back with a Season 9 Bonus Episode, and if you are so inclined, you can now WATCH this episode on Youtube . We sat down with our friends Esther Kane, MSN, RN-CDP, Support & Education Director and Sarah Lopata, Support Services Manager at the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration to discuss the unique grief experience of FTD and many of its layers. Let us know on instagram...

In our Season 9 finale we hear from our friend Anna, wife to the incredible, confident, loving girl-Dad, Craig. Anna's strength and her love is so inspiring, we hope it fills you with hope and comfort as you navigate the holidays. ------- An extended version of this amazing episode is available now on our Re-Members only Patreon . A special thank you to all of our guests, sponsors + listeners this...

Anticipatory Grief, Complicated Grief, Disenfranchised Grief... we cover it all + Rachael's explanation for her fascination with grief and all things *bittersweet* We're nearing the end of season 9! Thank you for all of your support this season + beyond! Please don't forget to check out our Patreon for bonus episodes + more! And follow us on Instagram . Please check out the amazing sponsors mentio...

In Part 2 of this powerful story we discuss Kayla's coming back to her mom in the final year's of Diana's life. Kayla tells us all about her grief journey and her hopes for her future. Make sure you listen t o Part 1 first! Thank you Kayla for sharing your story. --- *Trigger warning: This episode discusses physical and verbal abuse. Please check out the amazing sponsors mentioned in this episode:...

Here is part one of an episode we weren't sure what to title - and after you listen, we think you'll understand why. Kayla recounts and her 20 year experience witnessing her mom Diana's dramatic FTD journey -- starting from when she was just 8 years old. This is such an important episode and we hope it gets to the people who need to hear it. Stay tuned for part 2 dropping later this week. Thank yo...

Today's episode is told by Liz, who was 12 years old when her father passed away from FTD-ALS. Her perspective was both fascinating and inspiring and we felt so honored to hold space for her and her dad, David. We hope this episode of love and resilience helps carry you through Thanksgiving week. Take good care. Please send this episode to someone you think needs to hear it. Please check out the a...

Today's episode is the first one this season told from the spouses perspective... and Allyson is such a special spouse to her husband Evan. From misdiagnosis of adult onset ADHD to the final diagnosis of FTD was a long, long journey. But Allyson's love for Evan shines throughout. This is a very special episode that is so raw and honest about the awfulness of this disease..but also such a beautiful...

Ready to dive into all the feels? This may be our favorite convo on grief to date. In today's episode Aisha tells us about her mother's journey with FTD - and because we know Aisha, we felt like we were able to dive deep into all the things we wish people knew about our grief journeys. Thank you Aisha for sharing your story with us! We hope this episode reaches someone who needs to hear it, so ple...

Long-time listener and "Re-member" Liz, shares her father Eugene's journey with FTD. A year plus since his passing, Liz shares her experience with grief, how it manifests for her - and how she keeps herself tethered to the memory of who he was before FTD. We hope this episode helps you feel less alone. Spread the word + share this episode with someone you think needs to hear it today. --- All thin...

This week we have an amazing expert guest - Katie Duncan - a former Hospice Nurse turned End of Life Coach who answers all of our (mostly Rachael’s) burning questions about the dying process. We cover so much - from the death rattle to the death “rally” - thoughts on morphine and more. All in an effort to normalize the conversations on end of life and hopefully help people feel they are not alone...

Today's story is about a woman who was very aware of her disease and the fact that she was changing. Told from her daughter Kyra's perspective, Debbie's episode dives into the many unique layers of grief that come with Frontotemporal Dementia. A special thank you to Kyra for so delicately expressing the end of life experience in an effort to help others. We hope this episode helps you feel less al...

Today's story is shared with the perspective of 20 years in the rear view mirror. Cindy joins us to tell the story of her father Jerry's journey with early onset Alzheimers, which he was diagnosed with in the late 80s. With many years of reflection, Cindy shares her perspectives on her grief journey and her relationship with her sweet Dad. Cindy recently authored a book with reknown FTD expert Dr....

Victoria openly shares the brutality of anticipatory grief, the unending love she has for her mama and the ways she got to know herself in the darkness. We were blown away. Please share this episode with someone you think needs to hear it. --- All things Remember Me Community + Advocacy: ⁠⁠www.remembermeftd.com⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠@remembermepodcast⁠⁠ Holding Space Course Begins 10/7: Register ⁠⁠ here ⁠⁠ . Chec...