#survivingalzheimers with Dayna Steele

Joining me on this episode of #survivingalzheimers is Sherea Cary, a daughter, and caregiver to her mom in the beginning stages of dementia. She shares what she has learned so far. Link in bio or  #caregivers #alzheimers #dementia #podcast #book #play 

Joining me on #survivingalzheimers - John Gartner - psychologist, psychotherapist, author, and founder of Duty to Warn, an organization of mental health professionals and laypersons who consider it their duty to warn patients, clients, and the community at large when aware of potential danger when a leader or potential leader shows signs of brain deterioration. Duty To Warn on Twitter #caregivers...

Joining me on #survivingalzheimers - Marcus Gurske - a dear friend who had to experience Alzheimer’s with a parent from a long-distance perspective. More resources: https://surviving-alzheimers.com/

Joining me on #survivingalzheimers is Joe Pogge, a longtime Houston radio marketing legend, host of Smokin’ Joe’s Driving Range, and husband of a beloved wife he is losing to dementia.  #caregiver#survivingalzheimers #caregivers #alzheimers #dementia #podcast #book #play #theatre #theater #actor  Hear Joe on the Houston Radio Platinum app .

Steve Wessler is a world-renowned human rights activist, writer, lecturer, facilitator, and speaker. He is also diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Steve and I talk about how he wishes people would treat him and talk to him. We talk about his future plans and his sons. And, I realize I am asking Steve questions I wish I could have asked my mother.  Website: http://www.stevewessler.com Boston Globe article...

Elizabeth Justiz is an organizing and decluttering expert (as well as the best daughter-in-law ever.) She joins me on the #survivingalzheimers podcast to talk about what a burden your stuff is to others and how to start getting rid of it!  The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning 10 Steps for Downsizing and Decluttering

Corabell Arps helps family caregivers thrive, experience joy, and succeed at managing personal, family, business, and care challenges. Website: https://www.scissortailhealthcoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corabell-arps-md-nbc-hwc-27a75b230/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corabell.arps

Robert Egelstaff was one of four adventurers who followed in the footsteps of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. Egelstaff and his crew used an open boat to trace his journey from Elephant Island to South Georgia in the Antarctic summer of 1993-1994. I met Rob on an expedition to Antarctica in December 2023. Just like everyone else I meet, Rob has a story about Alzheimer’s and a loved one. Link...

Leading neurologist and clinical researcher Dr. William Justiz from Aqualane Clinical Research joins us to kick off the new season with the latest findings in Alzheimer's research, new testing information, and words of wisdom. https://www.instagram.com/aqualaneclinicalresearch/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076314073332 Surviving Alzheimer’s book: https://amzn.to/2X6byTR Donate to the...

Welcome to the last episode of #survivingalzheimers for this year. The team is taking a break for the next couple of weeks, and then we will be back with new episodes the second week of January. Over the last year or so, I’ve interviewed my brother-in-law several times about different subjects. Known to many as Tio Willie, he is actually leading neurologist and Alzheimer's researcher Dr. William J...

I had a speaking event almost 15 years ago, and the speaker before me was Honey Leveen, a Long Term Care Insurance Specialist. I am so glad I arrived early that day and heard her presentation. At the time, I had no idea long-term care was not covered by my existing insurance plan and future Medicare. Not long after that meeting, Wonder Husband and I purchased a long-term care insurance policy from...

Chris Alan is a longtime radio personality in the Houston/Galveston, Texas area. He also runs a very successful restaurant chain in the area - Christian's Tailgate with the best onion rings, burgers, and tacos. And he and his brother are currently losing their beloved mother to Alzheimer’s. It's not always easy for anyone to tell me their story but seems to be especially harder on men. Because Chr...

Cathy Arroyo, a friend of mine, was dealing with a mom, a stepdad, and a dad who were all in different stages of dementia in different cities across the country from where she and her brother were. Someone suggested they hire a Geriatric Case Manager (GCM), something I wish I had known about for Mom. Cathy tells us what this case manager does, how you find one, and the interview questions you shou...

During COVID, I started a podcast on no particular subject just to entertain myself. One of the people I talked to during that time was Melissa Stevens, the widow of Mark Stevens. Mark was one half of one of the most famous radio teams ever, Stevens and Pruett, on KLOL in Houston, Texas, the station I was at for so long. Many fans know Mark is no longer with us, but they don’t know why. Melissa jo...

Betsy Grubbs practices law in Texas and has helped me countless times with information. She has also helped me put together and update as needed The Family Questions - questions every family should have the questions to at any time . Here are Betsy’s five most important documents to have: - Will - Statutory Durable Power of Attorney (POA) - Medical Power of Attorney (POA) - Advanced Directive (als...

Mike McGuff lost his mother to early-onset Alzheimer's in his 20s. We talk about what that was like for a young man just starting a promising career and how it changed him and his life on the other side of this journey. McGuff is a Houston/Southeast Texas Alzheimer's Association board member and the 7th Congressional District of Texas Alzheimer's Ambassador.  Professionally he is a digital markete...

Are you starting to notice things that have you concerned about a loved one and memory loss? Is it normal forgetfulness as they age, or is it something else? Neurologist Dr. William Justiz of Aqualane Clinical Research talks to us about the difference and a plan of action if needed. Find the MOCA Test sample on our website. And leave us a recorded voice message for a future podcast here .

Welcome to the introduction to #survivingalzheimers with Dayna Steele, a weekly conversation by and for caregivers. Links: Tell Dayna your story or leave a comment to be used on the podcast - you can record it on your phone here Be featured in an episode as a guest - contact Dayna here Buy the book - Surviving Alzheimer's with Friends, Facebook, and a Really Big Glass of Wine Learn more - visit th...