Peace with Dementia Podcast
Science Podcasts
Peace with Dementia is a podcast for persons living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on practical tips and exploring current research. Matt encourages listeners to share what they hear on the show with their medical team and collaborate on care strategies. Together, we can create “Peace with Dementia.”
Location:
United States
Genres:
Science Podcasts
Description:
Peace with Dementia is a podcast for persons living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on practical tips and exploring current research. Matt encourages listeners to share what they hear on the show with their medical team and collaborate on care strategies. Together, we can create “Peace with Dementia.”
Twitter:
@wholecarenetwrk
Language:
English
Episodes
PWDP Ep 35: Traveling Well with Dementia with Jan Dougherty
1/26/2021
Matt visits with nurse and author Jan Dougherty for travel strategies when dementia impacts a family. Visit the Show notes: http://bit.ly/Ep_35_Travel
Duration:00:35:37
PWDP Ep 34: The Dementia Driving Assessment with Larry Forest, OT
12/22/2020
Are you wondering about what objective driving assessment is available to test your loved one's abilities? Sometimes it takes such an assessment to help him or her see their limitations. Join Matt and Larry as they discuss this option to driving retirement. Show notes: http://bit.ly/Ep_34_Driving
Duration:00:28:20
PWDP Ep 33: Making Sense of Power of Attorney with Lee Rand, JD
10/27/2020
Matthew sits down with Lee Rand to discuss the ins & outs of the power of attorney legal instrument, using a handful of useful scenarios. Show notes: http://bit.ly/Ep_33_Attorney
Duration:00:34:33
PWDP Ep 32: Benefits of Religion and Spirituality For Families Experiencing Dementia
4/20/2020
This episode features a February 27, 2019 talk by Matt Estrade at the annual caregiver conference for Alzheimer's Services of the Capital Area regarding Benefits of Religion and Spirituality For Families Experiencing Dementia. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/Ep_32_ASCA
Duration:01:11:35
PWDP Ep 31: Connecting with Music - Ken Keene, Jr. of The Journey with ToughKenaMan
2/24/2020
Matt chats with Ken Keene, Jr. of the The Journey with ToughKenaMan on YouTube and 2019 recipient of Dementia Society of America's Ginny Gives Grant to produce a music video. Show notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP_Ep_31
Duration:00:32:23
PWDP Ep 30: Crushing the Stigma of Dementia with Michael Ellenbogen
10/16/2019
Matt chats with Michael Ellenbogen, an international advocate living with dementia about his mission to fight the stigma and assumptions of dementia, especially of what he can teach medical providers. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/30_CrushingStigma
Duration:00:32:46
PWDP Ep 29: Hurricane Preparedness & Dementia Part III: A Loved One in Facility
9/10/2019
What if you have a loved one in a facility as a storm is approaching? Listen to Matt and Amy discuss what you need to know before choosing a facility and what to expect as a hurricane threatens. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/29_Hurricane_Prep
Duration:00:19:08
PWDP Ep 28: Hurricane Preparedness & Dementia Series Part II: 9 Tips for Sheltering in Place
8/27/2019
Depending on storm conditions, it may be best to stay home, also known as 'sheltering in place.' If you have a loved one living with dementia, you will want to be prepared by listening to my conversation with nurse Amy Avery. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/28_Hurricane_Prep
Duration:00:17:51
PWDP Ep 27: Hurricane Preparedness & Dementia Series Part I: 11 Tips for Evacuating
8/13/2019
It's certainly a challenge to evacuate for a hurricane. Imagine having to evacuate with a loved one living with dementia. Find some valuable tips as we interview Amy Avery on the top tips. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP_27_Hurricane_Prep
Duration:00:19:25
PWDP Ep 26: Taking Your Brain for a Test Drive
9/27/2018
Matt sits down with Dr. John Sawyer of Ochsner Health System to discuss aspects of cognitive testing to detect what is going on with your brain. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP26
Duration:00:23:42
PWDP Ep 25: Care Partner Spotlight - Yvonne
9/15/2018
Matt welcomes a VERY special guest to share her experinces and advice as a former dementia care partner. Show notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP_Ep_25 . Epiosde brought to you by Trails End Popcorn www.trails-end.com (see notes).
Duration:00:28:15
PWDP Ep 24: When Care Partnering Ends
9/1/2018
Matt discusses the issues and opportunities after a loved one with dementia passes away. Show notes: https://goo.gl/SFvhpD
Duration:00:16:39
PWDP Ep 23: Dr. Brian Mizuki on Evaluating Brain Products
7/5/2018
Dr. Brian Mizuki of Ochsner Health System's Brain Health and Cognitive Disorders Program joins Matt to discuss the many brain products that are marketed to families impacted by dementia. Show notes: https://goo.gl/osXSaF
Duration:00:30:02
PWDP Ep 22: Dr. Theresa Scott with the Latest Research on Driving
6/28/2018
Dr. Theresa Scott of the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia discusses driving cessation and her latest research on driving and dementia. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/osXSaF
Duration:00:30:49
PWDP Ep 21: TimeSlips Storytelling for Persons Living with Dementia
6/22/2018
Matt introduces 'TimeSlips,' a creative storytelling activity for persons living with dementia. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/vd7wJ7
Duration:00:14:26
PWDP Ep 20: Obsessive Reminiscence in Dementia
6/14/2018
Matt discuss a obsessive reminiscence, when a person living with dementia constantly expresses the same memories to the dismay of themselves and others around them. This is based on 2008 article by William Puentes, PhD, RN, FAAN. Show notes: https://goo.gl/9VQDSL
Duration:00:20:18
PWDP Ep 19: Top 10 Sleep Disturbances and Solutions with Heather Johnson, RN
6/9/2018
Heather Johnson, RN with Empira in Minnesota discusses the top ten sleep distrubance in dementia, along with solutions for restorative sleep. Show notes: https://goo.gl/pL4WoP
Duration:00:31:20
PWDP Ep 18: Dr. Susan Nelson Talks Finding Help, Delirium, and Travel
5/31/2018
Geriatrician Dr. Susan Nelson returns to discuss finding the right kind of help, how to recognize and avoid delirium, and how to travel with your loved one if necessary. Show notes: https://goo.gl/JSSdTo
Duration:00:32:29
PWDP Ep 17: Driving Retirement with Matt Gurwell
5/24/2018
Matt & Matt discuss the difficult conversation of when it is time to stop driving for safety concerns. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/Qb6J9f
Duration:00:29:07
PWDP Ep 16: Ambiguous Loss Talk at the 2018 SGS/GSS Conference
5/17/2018
Matt presents on Ambiguous Loss and his Master thesis project to an audience at the April 13, 2018 Southern Gerontological Society/ Georgia Gerontology Society Annual Conference. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/RFsRjG
Duration:00:26:34