Dementia Spotlight Podcast
Dementia Spotlight is a weekly podcast hosted by Bobbi and Mike Carducci that focuses on caregivers and those who will become caregivers. The hosts and their guests will provide tips, truths, and straight talk about Alzheimer's and the many other forms of dementia. Guests will be on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month and tips, truths, and straight talk will be on the opposite Wednesdays. Join us as we bring to light, the realities of dementia care.
Episodes
88 episodes
Episode 82: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 47: "I noticed my husband didn’t laugh anymore. I always loved his humor and missed it so much. I recently discovered he laughs over farts!"
Today's episode is a little light, and yes, we do talk about farts.We were delighted to get this question which brings the idea of humor into caregiving, which is something that we don't talk about often, but it is so very important. If thi...
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Episode 81: Guest Dr. Marc Alderdice - "She prepared her heart, mind, and spirit for over eight years before she ever had any symptoms of Alzheimer's to where she would have this inner peace, an inner spirit."
In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Marc Alderdice, PhD who has worked in academia and with pharmaceutical companies, having even managed clinical trials for potential treatments of Alzheimer’s disease. We discuss how he lear...
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Episode 80: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 46: - "I’ve noticed my mom napping and just plain falling asleep throughout the day more often, even in the middle of social gatherings. Is that a sign of getting closer to the end? "
It could be but it doesn't have to be. It could be something as simple as side effects of her medications among a number of other things. In this episode, Bobbi and Mike talk about what some of those other things might be.C...
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Episode 79: Guest Mr. Mike Parish - Awareness of issues critical to LGBTQ+ people living with, or supporting people with a dementia diagnosis.
In today's episode, we are joined by Mr. Mike Parish to discuss the anxieties and disadvantages that LGBTQ+ people experience in health care and social care. Mr. Parish is the founding director of England's LGBTQ+ dementia advisory group...
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Episode 78: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 45: "Has it been proven that anesthesia progresses Alzheimer’s and the other forms of dementia?"
While there has been no specific studies and/or declaration that anesthesia progresses dementia, Bobbi and Mike speak from their personal experience with Mike's dad after having surgery to put in a pacemaker after having a heart attack.
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Episode 77: Guest Dr. Barry Jacobs - "You gotta lean into compassion, it isn't easy."
In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., a clinical psychologist and family therapist. Dr. Jacobs is one of the country’s leading thinkers, writers and educators about family caregiving. We cover a ...
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Episode 76: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 44: "My dad is starting to not recognize us. How do I navigate this stage?"
A caregiver is experiencing the most difficult of situations - that of a loved one not recognizing you. This is the most heartbreaking stage of caring for a loved one.Listen as Bobbi and Mike offer some suggestions on how to navig...
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Episode 75: Guest Carrie Aalberts, aka "The Dementia Darling" - Let go of expectations to enjoy the moments and bringing joy and positivity into the lives using happy lists.
Our tagline, “tips, truths, and straight talk” is our absolute dedication to helping caregivers all around the world. Not only do we provide tips to our listeners, but we also seek out tips and resources and pass the wealth of knowledge a...
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Episode 74: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 43: "How do I organize a private funeral? There are people who may try to attend that LO and myself don’t want there."
A caregiver asks two very sensitive and complex questions: "How do I organize a private funeral? There are people who may try to attend that LO and myself don’t want there. Also, how do you avoid having an after function?"
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Episode 73: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 42: "The time has come to look for Memory care home for Mom. What should I look for and what questions should I ask before making a decision?"
Great Question.Looking for a memory care facility is very overwhelming. Listen as Bobbi and Mike offer a number of suggestions that you can ask when visiting a memory care facility. Use these suggestions as a baseline - ther...
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Episode 72: Guest Dennis Ranck - Co-founder of ViewClix, which is an easy-to-use experience for seniors to stay connected with family members.
In the past, we've talked about how caregiving is not location based and that you can be the advocate for your loved one even though you don't live close by. In today's episode, we are joined by Mr. Dennis Ranck, co-founder of Vi...
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Episode 71: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 41: Don't tell me I hate the disease - I hate HIM!
There are so many people out there that have this feeling. To have somebody turn around and say, "you don't hate him; you hate the disease," because in that moment, you absolutely hate that person. This is a red flag, and it needs to be taken s...
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Episode 70: Guest Ariann Lalla-Mohammed - Adult Protective Services Resources and Roles.
Today, we talk about one of the "boogeymen" that we often hear about when dealing with the elderly and dementia. That boogeyman is Adult Protective Services.In today's episode, we are joined by Ms. Ariann Lalla-Mohammed from the ...
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Episode 69: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 40: Do other people have trouble with mirrors? I had to cover ours as my husband thinks other people are in the house when he sees reflections.
Mirrors can be very disconcerting to individuals with dementia. Today, Bobbi and Mike talk about issues that may arise with mirrors and discuss a couple of helpful hints to deal with them.Carducci Caregiving Consulting and ...
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Episode 68: Guest Sue Feldmeth - Using cannabis and CBD to treat dementia related issues.
In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Sue Feldmeth who a registered nurse with 30 years of nursing experience. She is also an educator and consultant providing medical cannabis seminars and specialized guidance for those seeking to use can...
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Episode 67: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 39: "What do other people do when you are out and your LO has to go to the bathroom and no family bathroom is available?
Throughout this process of caring for somebody with a dementia, we learn to be as flexible and creative as possible. Today, Bobbi and Mike discuss a couple of helpful hints to deal with public bathrooms.Carducci Caregiving ...
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Episode 66: Guest Mary Underwood - The one person you want to hear from that you're doing a great job is the person who can't tell you you're doing a great job."
In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Mary Underwood. Recently, Mary made the decision to form her own consulting company, Empowermentia, Empowerment plus Dementia. She strongly believes and advocates for quality care, informed decis...
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Episode 65: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 37 - "My loved one was on the commode in her room, and she fell over and poop went everywhere. I can’t do poop. How do I get that terrible odor out of her room?"
One of the most common reasons for someone to put a loved one in a care home is they can't deal with poop. We can absolutely guarantee you, if you're dealing with somebody with a dementia, poop-will-happen. Today, Bobbi an...
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Episode 64: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 37 - "I was warned not to have my husband get an official diagnosis – he has mild cognitive impairment- because he might later be denied medical services as he already has an incurable disease. Is this true?""
Today, Bobbi and Mike discuss one of the many myths about dementia and dementia care.Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of Joe & Bella Adaptive Clothing.&nbs...
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Episode 63: Bobbi Carducci - A Caregiver Near You Needs Help.
They may not say it out loud, but they are communicating their need by their absence from all the activities they used to be involved with, or by the phone calls, text messages, or tweets that no longer arrive in your inbox.Bobbi has wr...
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Episode 62: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 36 - "Can someone explain why my LO will only wear the same shirt and jeans. I bought two of each and always have a set ready to go."
Can two people read the same question and get a different meaning? Find out on today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight talk.Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affiliate of...
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Episode 61: Guest Carrie Leljedal - A Family Caregiver Turned Advocate.
In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Carrie Leljedal, a Family Caregiver Turned Advocate who describes herself as "one mad mom". She is a Program Manager for The Live Oak Project. She is a Board Member for NYC Gray Pan...
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Episode 60: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 35 - "What can I feed my LO? She is getting extremely picky. She does not eat egg, beans, bread, tortillas, oatmeal, potatoes to name a few."
On today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight talk, Bobbi and Mike discuss some of the possible reasons your loved one may be refusing food.Carducci Caregiving Consulting and Dementia Spotlight Podcast are proud to be an affil...
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Episode 58: Tips, Truths & Straight Talk 34 - "My LO was removed from drug trial due to brain bleed. Alz doctor now wants to put him on Aricept. Has it helped your LO? What can I expect from this drug?"
On today's episode of Tips, Truths, and Straight talk, Bobbi and Mike discuss moving forward with the Alzheimer's drug Aricept, which is very expensive and whether it will help your loved one.Carducci Caregiving Consulting and De...
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Episode 57: Guest Colleen Duewel - Where Do You Go To Get Help Navigating The Challenging Health Care, Legal, and Financial Systems.
In today's episode, we talk with guest Ms. Colleen Duewel, founder and President of Lionheart Eldercare & Consulting, whose mission is to foster autonomy, relieve family caregiver worries, and help older adults thrive. <...
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