Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Lori La Bey

Learn How to Improve Your Memory with Rena Yudkowsky Our host Lori La Bey talks with Rena Yudkowsky, a professional memory coach and geriatric social worker, who is the founder of Memory Matters. She teaches online memory improvement courses to mid-lifers and seniors. Over the past twenty years in the field, she has served as the director of an Alzheimer's unit in an assisted living facility in Maryland, the director of development at a senior enrichment program in Israel, trainer for dementia caregivers, facilitator of support groups, and international lecturer on aging topics. Currently, she is the memory coach for an international anti-aging clinic where she does 1:1 coaching and is working on a comprehensive program to prevent dementia. She is super passionate about her mission of helping those 50 + to age more healthfully, both physically and cognitively, as she empowers them to believe in their own memory with confidence. Learn: Did you know your IQ goes down 15% temporarily when you multi-task? Find o

Lori La Bey talks with Rev. Katie Norris who is a Montessori for Aging (AMI) and Dementia Practitioner and primary author of "Creative Connections in Dementia Care." She started in dementia care 14 years ago and has taught families, churches, nursing care facilities, and other AMI students Montessori-based care.  Jeffrey Norris started as a care partner at just 6 years old when he and his family were live-in care partners for his grandma (Katie's mom) who had Lewy Body Dementia. He often volunteered as a young child, guiding Montessori dementia activities, and then joined Katie in coaching other families and organizations a few years ago.   Learn: Neuro-divergent Children can help care too Montessori Methods Living healthy alongside dementia Shifting family dynamics Giving purpose and responsibility Why it’s not just dementia! Reducing caregiver burnout Building independence and trust How to work with people living with dementia What you look for is what you will see   Watch on YouTube   https://

Lori La Bey talks with Christine A. Smith about how cared for nearly 100 people in their private homes. She wished she knew about answers, options, and support for the families she served. Christine started Aging Better Network and invited solution creators into LIVE conversations because she wanted to share the resources and innovations she found with as many people as possible.   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/_6Vu8yfTa48    Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fr8hwfUM3uzH8dMEkYrOE   Go to the Radio Page Below https://omny.fm/shows/alzheimer-s-speaks   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432   Contact Christine Smith Email:  christine@preactyourage.com Website:  https://www.agingbetternetwork.com/ LIVEstream replays:  https://www.agingbetternetwork.com/live-stream-video LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine--smith/ YouTube:   https://www.yout

Lori La Bey talks with Catherine Duncan who is an author and integrative spiritual consultant. Her first book, Everyday Awakening, will be released on July 11. Catherine has a private practice, Learning to Live, where she provides emotional and spiritual support to people. Catherine is also a public speaker and healer.    Learn: How Catherine's life experiences can help you on your journey with dementia and throughout your life. What her book Everyday Awakening has to offer you as a care partner or person diagnosed. About Catherine's 5 Best Practices to live fully. Coming back to the present moment Connecting with something greater Growing your trust Embodying Love Holding a place for openness About 42 exercises to help you feel calm and alive right now. Slowing down or stopping your fast-chatting mind. Breathing technics to change your body’s chemistry.   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3   Contact  Catherine Duncan Website   w

When a Chronic Illness Takes Away Your Ability to Live Pain-Free & Comfortable, This Can Help!   What we have heard especially lately, is Cannabis has the potential to help many conditions. Today, our host Lori La Bey talks with Nikki Lawley who used cannabis for treating her symptoms of traumatic brain injury which she suffered while working as a pediatric nurse. Nikki is a thought leader in the cannabis space and is called upon to share her story often. Listen and learn from her personal insights. Learn: Why one nurse decided to try CBD when for years she was against it Hear the results she had Why she is now an advocate for CBD Symptoms and illnesses CBD can support Contraindications Research on cannabis Where you can go to learn more about CBD and cannabis How do you talk to your doctor about cannabis   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fr8hwfUM3uzH8dMEkYrOE   Contact Nikki Lawley      Website  https://www.nikkiandtheplant.org/ Email  nikkilawley1

Did You Know There Are Aging & Illness Coaches? On this show, our host Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Ashwini Bapat an Aging & Illness coach with EpioneMD and a Board Certified Palliative Care doctor who completed her Internal Medicine Residency & Fellowship in Palliative & Hospice Care at Yale University. She helps people who are aging, living with illness, and their caregivers make personalized medical decisions, navigate the healthcare system, and cultivate emotional and spiritual well-being.  Lisa Catalano, is an Aging & Illness Coach with EpioneMD, an independently licensed clinical social worker, and a certified Hospice & Palliative Care specialist. She has over 16 years of experience helping adults of all ages facing progressive illness navigate the complexity of medical decision-making, and helping clients define their own journey.  Learn: How is EpioneMD supporting care partners? What is a caregiver coach? The difference between a fixer and supporting someone. Dealing with the r

Personal Journeys with Dementia Can Be Life-Changing on Many Levels Lori La Bey talks with Jennifer Desserich who is the Founder and Executive Director of Dignify Dementia, a nonprofit organization. Jennifer created after years of being a care partner to her dad, Jim, who was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia with Parkinsonism in 2018.  Jennifer is a trained public health research scientist and educator, as well as a compassionate advocate for aging adults, but she never expected her family would end up on a journey like this one.  Both she and her mom have been live-in caregivers for Jim since his diagnosis. Learn:  How the knowledge you gain on your dementia journey is valuable and helpful to others on this path. Dignify Dementia Tool Kit Calendar Eat Today Wellness Journal Medication Tracking Medical Information Tracking Dignify Dementia on FaceBook Dignify Dementia Support Group   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3   Contact Jenn

Tausi – Holding Heads Up So Heart Can Feel Full Today I’m excited to introduce you all to Janice Shokrian.  She is the Inventor, Founder, and CEO of Tausi Brands. Tausi's mission is to "Elevate Comfort, One Pillowcase at a Time.” We will learn how her love for her father led to the invention of Tausi which Holds Heads Up, So Heart Can Feel Full.   Copy & Paste the URL Below into Your Browser to Watch the Video Interview https://youtu.be/gHBeEiFh0Rw   Apple Podcast - Listen & Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432   Spotify - Listen & Subscribe https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fr8hwfUM3uzH8dMEkYrOE   Contact Janice Shokrian of Tausi     Website  https://tausibrands.com Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/TausiBrands LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/janiceshokrian Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/tausibrands   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to

Today, Lori La Bey the host of Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio speaks with a panel of passionate professionals who truly understand the power of Memory Café’s and the impact they are having on families around the globe. What you will Learn What is a Memory Café? Who Attends and Memory Café? Can anyone start a Memory Café? Are Memory Café’s in-person or virtual meetings? What do people do at a Memory Café? How often do you meet and for how long? What is the average size of you your café? Is there a cost to attend a Memory Café?   Copy & Paste the URL Below to Watch the Video Interview https://youtu.be/yhv0-ZfN0s8 Apple Podcast - Listen & Subscribe Below https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Spotify – Listen & Subscribe Below https://open.spotify.com/show/4Fr8hwfUM3uzH8dMEkYrOE   We ask each of our listeners to BE A GIVER OF HOPE by sharing this episode with your friends, family, colleagues, and followers.  All of us can spread hope by sharing resources, tools, and products

Opening Conversations in How We Care with Betty the Bald Chicken Today on Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio, roles are reversed as Lori Petersen a passionate dementia advocate interviews our radio host, Lori La Bey about her children’s book Betty the Bald Chicken – Lessons in How to Care.  Join us as we learn the history of the story, who was involved in the development of the children’s book, and how it is uniquely positioned as a multi-purpose book in a variety of fashions. Learn – A little background on Lori La Bey and Lori Petersen How and why did the book Betty the Bald Chicken – Lessons in How to Care, get written? Why was this book written as a Children’s book? Who is Scott Carlson and Emilee Lund? What was the process of writing a book like for you? Who is this book for? Talk about why you have questions in the book. How can the book be used for our mental health crisis? Who are the key audiences for the book? Examples of how to use the book? How do people order the book? The next book in the works – As the

Dublin Lecturer Discusses the Importance of Policies that Consider All Humans as Valuable, Not Vulnerable Today Lori La Bey talks with Jeremy Golden, who goes by Jem. He is a Dublin-based lecturer, consultant, and analyst/writer focused on promoting accessibility, inclusion, resilience, and fun for older adults. I think you will find this a very interesting conversation. Learn About: 1, Irelands Public Health Campaign 2, Medical and Pharma vs. Social Support 3. Dementia-Friendly Businesses and Communities Businesses with increased contact due to their medical condition Businesses part of everyday life Influential businesses and those in power positions Businesses that supply comfort, entertainment, and balance 4. Respect, Empathy, and imagination 5. What are dementia support workers and respite 6. Care vs Cure 7. Music as a tool   Contact Jem Golden LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jem-golden-306802144/ Email   jeremy.golden@ucd.ie   Sense of purpose builds significant cognitive resilience and enhancem

Today I want to introduce you to Ryan Herd, He is an accomplished author, patent holder, and TEDx speaker who has made a name for himself in the world of "smart" technology.” Ryan’s passion for this field goes beyond professional accolades. As a caregiver to his father, he has firsthand experience of the challenges that caregivers face every day. In response to these challenges, Ryan founded Caregiver Smart Solutions. Through his company, he offers a suite of tools designed specifically to help caregivers monitor their loved ones using non-invasive sensors. This approach ensures that proper care is always in place, giving caregivers like you more peace of mind and time back in your life. Learn: What are the most common issues caregivers have? How do you alleviate caregiver stress? How does the "Caregiver Smart Solutions" program address the above problems? Can you monitor someone you are caring for, without cameras and audio feeds? Can this product really reduce caregiver stress? Does this help families work

Lori La Bey is excited to introduce you all to Janice Shokrian.  She is the Inventor, Founder, and CEO of Tausi Brands. Tausi's mission is to "Elevate Comfort, One Pillowcase at a Time.” We will learn how her love for her father led to the invention of Tausi which Holds Heads Up, So Heart Can Feel Full. Contact Janice Shokrian of Tausi        Website      Facebook       LinkedIn      Instagram   Contact Lori La Beywith questions or branding needs at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lori La Bey talks with Amber Gonion and her husband Rick are the proud owners of Atlas Villas Memory Care in Centerville, Minnesota.  Like many people, Amber and Rick were personally touched by dementia.  Amber’s grandparents, Jack and Colleen Long, both lived with dementia in their later years. Rick and Amber were disappointed with what was available in memory care and they designed their own community, with some fantastic features we will be talking about today. CONTACT ATLAS VILLAS MEMORY CARE - Video Tour Website       FaceBook       Address   1825 MAIN STREET, CENTERVILLE MN 55038      Phone   612-219-2111 Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of other services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for priv

Lori La Bey talks with cofounders of the Echobox Tim and Tannis Roberts. Neither were tech people, worked in healthcare, or had a business background.  Yet both wanted to improve our care model after watching a video of a man who got much comfort from listening to his wife's voice after she passed away.  By following their intuition, Echbox has evolved to meet many needs on various levels. Listen in!. Contact Echobox      Website     Email     Facebook      LinkedIn      Instagram   @echobox.memory.vault.ltd.  Phone   403-992-3246 Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Tara Jenkins who is a board-certified music therapist, certified dementia practitioner, and Montessori dementia care professional with 16 years of experience working in the eldercare field. She is the co-author of “Music, Memory, and Meaning: How to Effectively Use Music to Connect with Aging Loved Ones” and the founder of Harmony in Dementia, which provides group and individual music therapy services, music consultation services, and music workshops and training for older adults, carers, and professionals.  Learn:  How it works and whyThe various types of music therapyHow Music Therapy benefits all of us How it can change moods and improve self-esteemHow it can reduce loneliness and isolation Contact Tara Jenkins     Website      Email      Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn  @HarmonyInDementia Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources  at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world o

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Terri Joski-Lang, the Director of Open Circle of Hopkins, Cora Cromer who is the Director of Open Circle Apple Valley, and Elaine Lofquist who is a loving care partner for her husband Marv who attends the Open Circle program. Contact Open Circle Adult Day Services     Website Apple Valley, MN  952-236-2524       Minneapolis, MN  612-843-4940     Hopkins, MN   952-935-8143   Facebook  @OpenCircleAdultDayServices Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Terri Joski-Lang, the Director of Open Circle of Hopkins, Cora Cromer who is the Director of Open Circle Apple Valley, and Elaine Lofquist who is a loving care partner for her husband Marv who attends the Open Circle program. Learn: What is an Adult Day Program and who attends? What specific types of services does Open Circle offer? What is Open Circles Philosophy and how does it differ from others? What are the benefits for the member who attends and their care partner? Hear beautiful stories from both staff and a family member who has a loved attending Open Circle and how the program empowers them. How leveraging the member's past history can enhance the present; as well as how introducing new things can increase joyful times and help them gain confidence. Where are the Open Circle Adult Day Services located? How is the service paid for? Here Is A Bit More About Our Guests: Terri Joski-Lang has traveled the Alzheimer’s dementia journey with several family members, Terri b

Today we talk with Bruce Elliott, the CEO & Co-Founder, and  Brian Hall a Board member and the Director of the UK and International business for  Memory Lane Games. Also joining us is Kait Clavette,  a speech-language pathologist who is using Memory Lane Games with her clients dealing with cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. I can’t wait to learn more about Memory Lane Games! Contact     Memory Lane Games      LinkedIn      FaceBook     Instagram       Twitter      Tic Tok    Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011.   SR FeaturedSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.

Our host, Lori La Bey will be talking with Diana Shulla Cose the Founding Executive Director, Lorenzo’s House, Bree Ruge the Lead of Programs & Development at Lorenzo's House. Also joining us are three young adults who are involved with Lorenzo’s House - William Dean, Shylah Thiara, and Jessica Christensen. Contact    Lorenzo’s House     Email      Phone   (312) 319-8797   Facebook   @lorenzoshouseofficial    Twitter    @lorenzos_house  YouTube   @lorenzoshouse  Instagram  @Lorenzos_House LinkedIn  Lorenzos House    Contact Lori La Bey Find FREE Educational Resources and a variety of services at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.