Alexandra shares her struggle when her father was diagnosed with cancer, touching on his journey and the importance of discussing end-of-life wishes, burial, memorial services, and having Power of Attorney.
The conversation delves into the profound and unconditional love that spouses experience during the caregiving journey, the inherent desire to fix our loved ones, and the realization that some challenges are beyond our control.
Lisa shares some of the behavioral triggers that family members and caregivers should be aware of so they can then be more prepared to resolve these situations before they escalate.
Nostalgia is particularly helpful for those who enjoy conversing or hearing about ‘simpler times’ or the ‘good old days’ without reference to personal photos or keepsakes, but still offer a calming familiarity, which is clinically proven to help those with memory loss to…
In this project, Cynthia sheds light on the importance of brain health, the therapeutic power of music, and the significance of aging within the context of dementia.
Some listeners may not even be aware that these elements exist. Lisa explains why she refers to them as the “hidden or secret faces” of brain disease. Also, Lisa tells two deeply personal stories and explains how each story illustrates a surprising behavior.
Approximately 70 to 90 percent of Alzheimer’s patients eventually develop behavioral symptoms; therefore, Lisa can’t emphasize enough the importance of being able to recognize these behavioral symptoms and what might have triggered them.