Gut Punched: Alzheimer’s & Caregivers

In Episode 12 of Gut Punched: Alzheimer's & Caregivers, the focus shifts to the profound impact of changes in personality and behavior associated with Alzheimer's disease. Building upon the previous episode, Host Jeff Edwards delves deeper into this challenging aspect of caregiving, providing insights, strategies, and empathy for those navigating through it. Part 2 of this discussion explores...

In Gut Punched: Alzheimer's & Caregivers Episode 11, Host Jeff Edwards delves into the profound impact of classical music on the brain, particularly in the context of Alzheimer's disease. Drawing from the insights of the article "How Classical Music Alters the Brain," Jeff explores how classical compositions can stimulate memory, evoke emotions, and potentially enhance cognitive function in Al...

In episode 10 of "Gutpunched: Alzheimer's and Caregivers" hosted by Jeff Edwards, listeners are in for an informative and heartfelt exploration of Alzheimer's disease and caregiving challenges. The episode kicks off with a segment titled "In the News Stories: If You Miss It, You've Missed It." This week's focus is on MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment), shedding light on this precursor to Alzheimer's...

Tune in to GutPunched: Alzheimer's and Caregivers Episode 9 with Host Jeff Edwards! We'll be diving into crucial tips for caring for someone with Alzheimer's Disease. Plus, introducing new segments: "In The News" highlighting must-know stories, like "How Scents Work to Treat Dementia and Depression" and "Celebrities", shedding light on those impacted by dementia. In this week's "Celebrities" segme...

In Episode 8 Host Jeff Edwards will share some highlights of some of the past interviews from earlier episodes. This time We’ll hear from longtime caregiver Les Burger who lost his wife to Alzheimer’s. Les continues to be an advocate and a strong caregiver for others; we’ll revisit with Amy Schenk from the Neuropsychiatric Research Center, who is a wealth of knowledge; and touch...

In Episode 7 Host Jeff Edwards will share the Highlights of some of the interviews that we’ve heard in earlier episodes. You will hear from Lynne Dubin the Director of the Dubin Center in Ft Myers Florida; Dan Moser will share his story about his wife and the struggle with Frontotemporal Dementia; and Stephanie Mallaly MSW with Lee Health Memory Center.  Everyone knows someone...

In Episode 6 of GutPunched, host Jeff Edwards will be talking with Tina Hemmings from Visiting Angels.  As a Home Health Administrator, Tina manages and supports all aspects of various programs delivering comprehensive and compassionate home healthcare services to clients across Florida.  Tina has over 10 years of experience in health administration, and is a Certified Dementia Practitio...

Find out what a MSW is, and all the things they do to help your loved ones who are suffering from Alzheimer’s or other Dementias. There are so many things you, as a Caregiver need to know and many, many resources available to you. Join Jeff Edwards as he talks with Stephanie Mallay, a Medical Social Worker with Lee Health Memory Clinic. You will be enlightened.

This week on GutPunched: Alzheimer’s and Caregivers, your host Jeff Edwards talks with Amy Schenk from the Neuropsychiatric Research Center. They discuss caregiving and offer some helpful tips on how they can find help. Amy shares numerous helpful links to information for family members and caregivers. Amy also shares some excellent books that will help families and caregivers. This is a mus...

GutPunched: Alzheimer's & Caregivers - Episode 3  In this episode, your host Jeff Edwards will discuss the different types of Dementia. Some are more prominent, and others not so much. One particular form of Dementia is Frontaltemporal Dementia.  Jeff will discuss this with his guest this week: Dan Moser.  Dan will tell his story of his wife and their struggles with this disease...

The host Jeff Edwards interviews a longtime caregiver Les Burger who lost his wife to Alzheimer's. His story tells of the signs, the learning curves, and the devotion to his wife. How he brought in his family to discuss and help with this illness. Les continues to be an advocate and a strong caregiver for others

First show of the series. Jeff Edwards explains what the show is about. The Why's of the Show, and Some Solutions to Issues. He also interviews Lynne Thorp, Executive Director of The Dubin Center, who was instrumental in helping the host find his way in navigating a path to help.

Navigating the insidious illness of Alzheimer’s is something nobody asks for. The disease sneaks up on you and your loved one, and it feels like you’ve been sucker-punched in the gut when you get the diagnosis from a doctor. So many things race through your mind: why us? What do we do? We worked so hard to get to this point in life. We just moved here after we both worked for 30 years,...