Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Lori La Bey

Our first guest is Evan Gessmanhas over 30 years experience in geriartics. He is a Nurse Trainee who works a lot with dementia. He works with Jewish Family Services, is an Interpreter and does Respite Worker.  Eamil - gessmane@yahoo.com Our 2nd guest will be Esther Altshul Helfgott, Author of her new book "Dear Alzheimer's - A Caregiver's Diary and Poems." Email - eahelfgott2@comcast.net   Our 3rd guest is Jan Zimmerman, Adminstrator of Heritage Homes part of The Lutheran Home Association who is working with Alzheimer's Speaks to kick off a Memory Cafe and one of the first, if not the first US community to go Dementia Friendly in the US.  Find out what Watertown, Wisconsin is up too! Heritage Homes Email - jrzimmerman@tlha.orgSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first guest is Ellayne Ganzfried, the Executive Director of the National Aphasia Association.  We will discuss what Aphasia is, how it affects people, potential treatment and research and how it's different from other forms of dementia. Website Email - Ganzfried@aphasia.org Resource Line (800) 922-4622 Laurie Ellis-Young and Nancy Chakrin will be our second guest today. Laurie is a pioneer in breathwork as an empowering and healing modality.  Nancy is an award-winning photographer, graphic designer and landscape painter. Together they published the book, "FRIENDSHIP The Art of the Practice," which includes inspirational friendship quotes and photographs of women ages (10-100) doing partner yoga poses in spectacular nature settings around the globe. I think you will find this to be a very informative conversation on the power of breath.  Laurie will even take us through a breathing exercise you can do anywhere any time. Contact Info Website:  www.BreatheTheChange.com Email: Laurie@BreatheTheChange.co

Dr. Hugo de Waal, is the Author of Designing and Delivering Dementia Services. He is a renowned leader in the industry of dementia over in the UK who is heading up the Norfolk Dementia Care Academy and the Dynamic Dementia Care Hugo was unable to make the show due to tehnical difficulties, so we will reschedule him for another show soon. Email Dr. Hugo de Waal dewaal@doctors.org.uk Our second guests will be Susan Dickinson, the Executive Director of the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration Organization, Paul Lester whose wife Arnette was diagnosed with behavioral variant FTD and Cheryl Sparks whose husband Kenny was diagnosed with FTD at the age of 49. Website           Facebook      HelpLine: 866.507.7222 Twitter: @theAFTDorg          Email: info@theaftd.org Michael Ellenbogen joined us for the beginning of the show and talked about Alzheimer's Buddies, The Purple Angel Project and his book From "The Corner Office To Alzheimer's."Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omny

We are blessed to have Angela Taylor the Director of Programs at the Lewy Body Association, where she  oversees LBDA’s outreach, education and research programs at the national level. Contact the Lewy Body Association via: Website Email - lbda@lbda.org Phone -  (404) 935-6444 Marie Marley a sought-after speaker and author of the uplifting book, "Come Back Early Today: A Memoir of Love, Alzheimer’s and Joy." The book has been a finalist in several competitions, including the prestigious Santa Fe Writers Project Literary Awards. Marie also hosts her own blog, where she shares stories about caring for Ed, which is wealth of information for Alzheimer’s caregivers. Contact Marie   www.ComeBackEarlyToday.com Marie@ComeBackEarlyToday.com James Creasey with JiminyWicket.Org will join us to talk about the "World Cup" event at Rockefeller Center on Sept 20th. CallSend SMSAdd to SkypeYou'll need Skype CreditFree via SkypeSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for priva

Holistic Ways to Improve Quality of Life Our first guest will be Christy Fleming founder of the Disrupting Alzheimer's project.  Disrupting Alzheimer's is a pilot project committed to providing high quality of holistic and practical support to Individuals and their carers; in a climate of respect and dignity.  The concept was born out of the spiritual lifestyle of Christy's brother Pat who was diagnosed with dementia.  The story is fascinating! Check out Disrupting Alzheimer's E-mail christyfleming72@gmail.com Brain Nutrition We are blessed to have with us today Darlene Kvist, a licensed nutritionist and owner of Nutritional Weight & Wellness a company with a worldwide audience.  Dar also hosts "Dishing Up Nutrition" Saturday mornings at 8am on myTalk107 radio to learn the connection between what you eat and how you feel. Check out their website     Office phone: 651-699-3438 (toll-free: 888-805-8954) E-mail: email@weightandwellness.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/Se

We are honored to have Trish Vradenburg the co-founder of USAgainstAlzheimer’s, a national advocacy campaign and network.  She is also a playwright.  Her play “Surviving Grace,” is a comedic/dramatic homage to her mother, who succumbed to Alzheimer’s. Play      Website     Facebook      2nd Guest, James Creasey is the founder of JiminyWicket.Org, a new adaptive croquet game which engages people, leverages intergenerational participation and raises awareness. Website     Facebook 3rd Guest, Kirti Khalsa is the Chief Operating Officer of Alzheimer's Research and Prevention Foundation, which promotes holistic and integrative medical programs. Website          Facebook      YoutubeSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our 1st guests,  are two sisters; Mary Jane McPhee and Carol McPhee.   Both retired teachers who together created "Lifetimes The Game of Reminiscence."  We will learn how and why they developed the game and how it is having an impact on those with dementia as well as those caring for them. Contact Information Website:     www.lifetimesthegame.com Twitter    @lifetimesgame  Our 2nd guest, is Jane Snyder, an entrepreneur and  founder of "Puzzle with Me," which is an engaging way to socialize for those with dementia. Learn how and why these special puzzles can be beneficial to both the caregiver and the person with cognition issues. Contact Information Website:     www.puzzlewithme.com jane@puzzlewithme.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest will be Gloria Hoffner who is the owner and author of Science for Seniors, a hands-on activity program that uses the latest brain research to provide a fun and educational experience for residents of all ages and abilities. Gloria can be reached through her website at www.scienceforseniors.com Science4seniors@gmail.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legal Crisis - Avoid the Perfect the Storm when Illness Hits Our guest is Ramsey Bahrawy, who is an elder Law Attorney with Bahrawy Law Offices.  He  hosts and produces a TV program called "Your Money Your Life."  His program appears in 32 states on local cable TV and is on You Tube.  Our topic today was a hot one and we encourage you to listen in. You can reach Ramsey Bahrawy: (978) 682-1141 http://www.BahrawyLaw.com Innovation in Adult Day Programs Our second guest is Amanda Sillars, MSW, LCSW, with Total ADHC Solutions, Inc..  Amanda is first and foremost an advocate for Adult Day Services.  She has an unparalleled understanding of the Adult Day Service Industry. Amanda has been involved in Adult Day Services over fifteen years.  She is as a speaker, consultant, author, trainer, expert witness and psychological consultant.  Her commitment to the integrity of the business and her passion for finding solutions to decrease the financial burden of healthcare costs in our country is evident. Amanda is dilig

Well you all know by now how much I love my job because I'm always excited about my guests; but today is extra special.  We are so lucky to have with us Max Wallack who is a young man who is walking his talk with dementia.  Max's journey with his grandmother who had Alzheimer's has set this man on a path where he is making unbelievable strides.  He is a researcher, started an organization called Puzzle to Remember and now has co-authored a book called "Why did Grandma Put Her Underwear In The Refrigertor?" Max's co-author, Carolyn Given will join our discussion,along with Emma Richman.  I hope you can join us as well. Max Can be reached at:   PuzzlesToRemember@gmail.com Click Here To Order the bookSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first guests are representatives of the USAgainst Alzheimer's. We are lucky to have with us Virginia “Ginny” Biggar, Associate Director of the ActivistsAgainstAlzheimer's Network., Jennifer Molinoff, Associate Director manages digital media for the USA2 family of organizations.  She also directs the WomenAgainstAlzheimer's Network.  Joining them will be Stepahnie Monroe, Associate Director of the AfricanAmericanNetworkAgainstAlzheimer’s. We will explore why the organization wants to stop Alzheimer's  and their plan to get there?  They have recently launched several networks  so we will find out more about each one of them.  We will talk about challenges and roadblocks facing society as we struggle to deal with dementia. Last we will talk about how people can get involved to make a difference and become part of the UsAgainst Alzheimer's cause.   Contact information Website E-mail takeaction@usagainstalzheimers.org Facebook Twitter: @usagainstalz Our second guest will be Shirley Gutkowski, who is Amer

We are pleased to have back with us Sherri Snelling, from the Caregiver Club, who was named one of the Top 10 Influencers Online for Alzheimer's by Sharecare and Dr Oz.  Our conversations with Sherri are always informative and interesting.  www.caregivingclub.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CaregivingClub Twitter      @CaregivingClub      @SherriSnelling   Our 2nd guest will be  Diana Waugh, an RN and author of the book "I Was Thinking - Unlocking the Door to Successful Conversations with Loved Ones with Cognitive Loss."  Her passion is to create and foster a social model of care for those with dementia. Joining Diana will be Lynn Dennie who is her partner an used Diana'sbook when dealing with her Father-in-law. dwaugh@accesstoledo.com 419 351-7654 www.WaughConsulting.info I am really looking forward to our conversation.  I hope you join the conversation!Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todays show we have dedicated  the full 2 hours to the topic of driving with dementia.  We will be discussing the stigmas and myths as well as hearing about a variety of options and thoughts from Doctors, to family members, to those diagnosed with dementia.  We would love to hear your thoughts as well. Our Experts will be: Dr.  David Weisman is the site PI for clinical trials in stroke, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease Matt Gurwell is the founder & CEO of Keeping Us Safe J. D. Howard is the Executive Director of Insurance Consumer Advocate Network Michael Ellenbogen, Steve Ponath, Kathy Murray, Mary Bailey and Terry Berry are all living with the disease and will speak from their various experiences with the disease. Jack Schatz, is a Carepartner for his wife with dementia.  He kept her behind the wheel as long as possible and he will tell us why he felt this was important. Please join the conversation.  This is such an important topic and we need to see and hear things from

Today's show will feature some of our friends from Australia.  Joining us will be two women with early onset dementia.  Christine Bryden was diagnosed at the age of 46, Wendy Kudell at the age of 50.  Also joining us will be Denise Craig a psychologist dedicated to supporting people with dementia in many ways. Denise also cared for her mother who experienced young onset dementia. Come with your questions and share your comments.  We love to interact with our audineces as we all can learn from each other. To Contact Denise, Christine and/or Wendy: Facebook Christine BrydenSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will we be talking with author Linda Burhans who wrote the book Good Night and God Bless, a journey of grief, goodbyes and blessings. You can reach Linda Burhans at: http://www.lindaburhans.com/ Our second guest will be Stephen Hume Psy.D., who is Board Member on the Alzheimer's Association MA/NH Chapter.  More importantly, Steve has Early Onset Alzheimer's disease and has wonderful insights and a refreshing attitude to share with us about dementia. You can reach Dr. Hume at: 413-237-4246          fbrap@aol.comSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our first guests will be Gary LeBlanc with Common Sense Caregiving and Margaret Doerr, Chief Nursing Executive for Brooksville Regional Hospital.   I'm very excited to hear about the new wristband pilot project for Dementia patients when hospitalized.  This is going to be so helpful on so many levels. Website for the Wristband Project Facebook Page Our second guest will be Mandy Harrell with Wearever to discuss some great solutions for incontinence.  Wearever offers comfortable, quality, affordable and stylish apparel solutions for everyday health and wellness concerns. The men’s and women’s underwear line of washable, reusable urinary incontinence panties and briefs is especially beneficial for active individuals who want to continue their normal lifestyle without worry or emotional stress resulting from urinary incontinence. To learn more, visit www.WeareverUS.com Facebook PageSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we will be hearing about "Blondes vs. Brunettes 4 Alzheimer's" with Alisa Kiskis & Breanna Olson. Blondes vs. Brunettes®, (BvB) where two teams of women - divided to reflect the age-old rivalry between blondes and brunettes - compete in a flag football game to help raise awareness and funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. Our passion and hard work will take us from practice to the playing field, but our success will rely upon the support of our friends and families and upon all of those willing to donate to this important cause. Together, we can tackle Alzheimer’s! Email: BvBTwinCities@gmail.com Facebook: Blondes vs Brunettes Twin Cities Fundraising Page:Blondes vs Brunettes Twin Cities Our second guest will be Terry Woodford from Audio-Therapy Innovations, Inc.  Terry will discuss his background, program and success.  It is a very interesting concept!  Listeners can hear six Heartbeat Lullabies free and watch two songs from Terrys new prototype music videos - with quotes to think abou

Today, our firt will be Mary Brett Wright who not only is a coach for those dealing with dementia,but who has a husband living with  Frontal Lobe Dementia which affects his judgement and ability to make good sound decisions.  We will discuss what it's like to care for someone with dementia, the stress, support groups, resources, finding balance and more. Contact Mary through her website Phone: C. 571-216-8372 C 757-206-9182 E-mail: mbrettwright@cox.net Can people with Alzheimer's disease truly  benefit from rehabilitation services like physical and occupational therapy? What role does occupational therapy play in treating someone with Alzheimer's? Some of the challenges people with Alzheimer's have that  live alone. How caregivers can gain access to rehabilitative services. Sue can be found on Facebook at "The Dementia Queen" or contact her by email at dq@thedementiaqueen.com CallSend SMSAdd to SkypeYou'll need Skype CreditFree via SkypeSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See

Our guests will be Sharon Olsen and Hanne Hojsted.  Hanne is a Naturopathic Doctor and Iridologist.  Some of the questions I will be posing are: 1.  What exactly is Inflammation in the body?   2.  What are some other factors you believe play a role in Alzheimer's?   3.  How important is the diet in controlling inflammation?    4.  Can blood sugar play a role in Alzheimer’s?       5.  What supplements can I take to help prevent?    Sharon can be reached via her website Hanne can be reached via her websiteSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This will be a great show with Jackie Pool from the UK.  Jackie is doing extraordinary work in the field of dementia. As a leader she is helping both family and professional shift dementia care culture.  Although her work is based in the UK, Jackie is touching lives around the world. Today we will talk about Dementia Champions and more. Email: Jackie.pool@jackiepoolassociates.org Website Our second quest today will be Nichole Ivey who is a a stay at home mom with boys, ages 3 and 4. Nichole has  joined the fight against Alzheimer’s after her husband’s paternal grandparents were diagnosed in 2010.  Nichole is trying hard to get the NFL to join the fight.  Her story is very interesting and inspiring. You can reach Nichole: on her Facebook Page Email at nichole.ivey@gmail.com  For the information on the Reality Comprehension Clock Test which was mentioned on the show please click on the above.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.