Podcast
At the window with Dementia
Hosted by Laura Banner · EN
An informative and often candid perspective of dementia from the standpoint of a Nurse Practitioner specializing in dementia, a family member of many people with dementia and someone who is concerned that in the future I may develop dementia.
10episodes
Episodes
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At the window with Dementia - Episode 48 "Dementia - when their filter is GONE!"
Dec 14, 202100:14:35Tap to summarizeThis episode explores when a person with dementia makes socially insensative or inappropriate comments. When they lose their awareness of what they say. I talk about what I have personally experienced and how it felt and how I responded.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 47 "Strategy to enjoy the holidays - Manage your expectations"
Nov 30, 202100:11:29Tap to summarizeThis episode discusses how you can change your approach to the holiday season so that both you and your LO will have a more enjoyable time.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 46 "If you're struggling to find hope during the holiday season know you aren't alone"
Nov 23, 202100:10:22Tap to summarizeThanksgiving is a holiday of hope and giving thanks. What if you can't find something to be grateful for? Listening to this episode will hopefully help you find peace, hope and maybe even something to be thankful for.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 45 "Depression and Dementia"
Nov 2, 202100:15:45Tap to summarizeSo many seniors have undiagnosed and untreated depression. Perhaps your LO with dementia also has depression. Depression can impact memory and make their dementia appear much move advanced then it may truly be.This episode addresses how to approach the topic with your LO and what can be done."Senior Living: Taking back your Golden Years" (on Amazon) is a book written by Laura Banner and her daughter Kelly Rasmovich. This book can help your LO find joy and purpose at a time in their life that they thought it wasn't possible.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 44 "Dementia and Falls"
Sep 28, 202100:14:47Tap to summarizeA single fall can be all it takes to have your LO go from being independent to requiring 24/7 supervision and assistance. This podcast episode will help you to identify risks factors for falls and ways to help with fall prevention. It's packed with useful information that can make a real difference in you and your LO's life!
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 43 "Understanding the sounds of dementia"
Feb 2, 202100:09:47Tap to summarizeDo you struggle to understand what your LO is trying to communicate through their sounds and nonverbal communication? This episode sheds light on the challenge.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 42 "Dementia and Fur Babies"
Jan 19, 202100:12:40Tap to summarizePets have a special way of becoming a part of our family. The amount of love, companionship and sense of purpose they offer to someone living with dementia is immeasurable.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 41 "Changing the way dementia impacts YOU"
Jan 5, 202100:12:54Tap to summarizeWhat's your New Year's resolution? Mine is to change how dementia has impacted my life, my attitude and my own health. This episode talks about the importance of taking control of your life and not surrendering it to the devastating disease of dementia.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 40 "Dementia - Finding the joy in what is"
Dec 15, 202000:08:27Tap to summarizeSo often we compare our present with our past. Unfortunately by doing this we miss out on what IS. This episode offers a new perspective.
Transcribe →At the window with Dementia - Episode 39 "How simplicity can reduce stress"
Dec 8, 202000:07:51Tap to summarizeThe old adage "less is more" is true! Find out how the simple act of decluttering can reduce both you and your LO's stress.
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