Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Lori La Bey

Witness Music Become Magical Lori La Bey talks with David Schofman, Co-Founder & CEO of Coro Health, which is a leading authority in the intersection of music, neuroscience, and healthcare. Under his visionary leadership, Coro Health has gained national attention for its clinical-backed interventions that have been proven to reduce symptoms such as agitation and depression in seniors by up to 54%.  Dave is a seasoned presenter and speaker focusing on educational talks centered on the transformative power of music in healthcare, particularly its neuroscientific impact and its role as a non-invasive tool in care plans.  Learn: How a personal experience inspired the launch of Coro Health. Who uses Coro Health and why? About Coro Health’s programs like: Music First, Faith First, Sing- a- longs, and Care Radio plus the Bundle Engagement Program. What a Music prescription is. About the clinical trial Coro Health is doing How our emotions and engagement levels change as we listen to music. Watch this support vi

Lori La Bey talks with Darlene Fuchs, writer and author behind “GET IN THE BOAT”: A Memoir of Love, Loss, And The Dance with Dementia. Drawing from the emotional unfiltered journals of her father, Richard Sonnichsen, Darlene takes readers on a deeply personal journey through   the challenges of caregiving, offering an intimate view of a husband   navigating the complexities of caring for his wife. Learn: How to address lifestyle changes Creating a safe environment for those you care for How to communicate with family and friends How to engage family and friends Why reading body language is important Men verse women's perspective on caring How and why to journal Tips for new caregivers The importance of self-care   Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Contact Darlene Fuchs Visit their Website  WEBSITE: GetInTheBoatBook.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092701665994 LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darlene-fuchs-46aa7447/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/getintheboatbo

Helping Daughters and Granddaughters Prevent Dementia  Lori La Bey talks with Donna de Villiers who is a Dementia Prevention Consultant.  She helps daughters and granddaughters of people living with Dementia prevent the disease by balancing hormones, building beautiful brain health habits, and tweaking lifestyles.  With 2/3 of Dementia cases being women, it's time to start digging into what we can do to reduce the risk factors of this disease!  Donna started working in Health and Social Care here in the UK in 2007, and after many roles, and many qualifications, she built her business to help combat disease and give quality of life back to people.  Longevity isn't fun without the quality of life to go with it.     The mission of Vivira Brain Health is to help reduce the tripling figures of Dementia diagnosis, and support as many women as possible in their pursuit to live full, healthy, and happy lives.  Learn: Managing hormones to reduce your risk of dementia Environmental issues Gut Health Loneliness and men

Join Alzheimer's Speaks Radio today on Open Mic as we shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.  We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites!   People sharing their dementia or caregiving stories. Talking about services, products,  tools, and events that can help others dealing with dementia.   Today we talked with Toby Heyworth, who is an artist living with dementia and is working on an art exhibit in Canada for September.   https://www.facebook.com/Tobiasheyworth Christina and Cindy from the Adaptive Equipment and Caregiver Corner shared all kinds of great resources. https://adaptiveequipmentcorner.com/ Cate Lau Booth who lives with dementia also joined us sharing several resource groups and insights about living with dementia. https://www.facebook.com/cate.lau.5 These conversations are always interesting.  Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us. Mar. 19thApril 16thMay 21stJune 18th July 16thAug. 13thSept. 17thOct

Lori La Bey talks with David Schofman, Co-Founder & CEO of Coro Health, which is a leading authority in the intersection of music, neuroscience, and healthcare. Under his visionary leadership, Coro Health has gained national attention for its clinical-backed interventions that have been proven to reduce symptoms such as agitation and depression in seniors by up to 54%.  Dave is a seasoned presenter and speaker focusing on educational talks centered on the transformative power of music in healthcare, particularly its neuroscientific impact and its role as a non-invasive tool in care plans.  Learn: How a personal experience inspired the launch of Coro Health. Who uses Coro Health and why? About Coro Health’s programs like: Music First, Faith First, Sing- a- longs, and Care Radio plus the Bundle Engagement Program. What a Music prescription is. About the clinical trial Coro Health is doing How our emotions and engagement levels change as we listen to music. Watch this support video Why the brain likes music

Lori La Bey talks with Tim MacLeod, the Director of the Healthcare Systems Preparedness workstream of the Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative (DAC). The mission of the systems preparedness program is to facilitate the implementation of national, regional, and global commitments to provide access to future innovations in treatment, diagnosis, and care. Drawing on his background in implementation science and innovation consulting, Tim guides the development, execution, and dissemination of multi-site, real-world implementation studies that generate evidence about the facilitators and barriers to adopting and scaling novel technology in the ADRD space. Before joining DAC, Tim led the award-winning human-centered design studio Bridgeable as Managing Director, where he worked with Fortune 500 companies in the financial service and health spaces on significant innovation initiatives. Tim holds a Ph.D. in community psychology and has published widely on health innovation and implementation science. Tim’s research with t

Lori La Bey talks with one of the top Senior Care Influencers and I’m so proud to say I’m lucky enough to partner with him on one of his many ventures, with our podcast Conscious Caregiving with L & L. Lance is a Writer, Author, Influencer, and Healthcare professional with over 18 years in the healthcare industry. He is a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services and is also the host of the award-winning podcast & YouTube channel All Home Care Matters and Co-Host of Caregivers Journal with Denise Brown. He is passionate about helping families, caregivers, and their loved ones navigate long-term care issues. Lance has taken the senior care industry by storm the last couple of months racking up several prestigious awards like: Lance was chosen as a Juror for the Academy of Interactive Visual Arts for 2023. Lance was recognized as a “50 Under 50” for 2023 by the New York City Journal. And his podcast ranks in the top .5% of all podcasts which is a phenomenal feat.   Learn: What ADL’s

Lori La Bey talks with the staff and a traveler of Road Scholar which is the nonprofit world leader in educational travel for older adults. Kelsey Knoedler Perri is the Public Relations Director at Road Scholar, where she has worked in various roles on the communications team since 2016. She has also been on seven Road Scholar programs, including her honeymoon! Ann Simanis has more than three decades of nonprofit experience, including more than 20 years at Road Scholar, where she currently serves as the Associate Vice President of Advancement & Engagement, overseeing Road Scholar's fundraising initiatives and directing the financial assistance programs. Jean McMillan has been traveling as a second-generation Road Scholar for over 10 years. When she’s not traveling or planning a trip, she likes to read, spend time with family, and explore local hiking trails. Learn: What do Elderhostel and Road Scholar have in common? Types of travel offered and to where. Various programs are offered such as Family progra

Dementia and Menopause – What Are The Similarities & How Can Menopause Complicate A Diagnosis?  Lori La Bey talks with Stephanie Shaw a health & wellness speaker, course creator, and the host of the highly popular podcast "Hello, Hot Flash." With a natural gift for educating others, Stephanie has transformed her journey of overcoming a challenging two-year illness into a thriving nutrition coach and online educator career. Learn: Are there common misconceptions between dementia and menopause? Can lifestyle choices make a difference in the quality of life. To redefine exercise. Common symptoms that appear in menopause and dementia. Why journaling is important and what a gratitude journal is. Self-Care How to self-advocate. Tips for brain fog. Specializing in supporting midlife women, Stephanie holds two holistic nutrition certifications and an MS from Northeastern University. Stephanie's expertise lies in teaching effective strategies to manage hormones, which in turn allows her clients to take contr

Lori La Bey talks with John E. Lewis, Ph. D., the Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition and past Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He has been the principal investigator of over 30 different studies in his research career, evaluating the effects of nutrition, dietary supplementation, and exercise on aspects of human health, resulting in over 180 peer-reviewed publications in some of the world’s leading scientific journals.  Dr. Lewis embodies the model of health by eating a whole-food, plant-based diet for over 26 years, taking certain key dietary supplements, and through a rigorous, daily exercise training program. Learn: What is the essential non-essential nutrient Dr. Lewis recommends? What are polysaccharides? About an impressive trial with amazing results on Alzheimer’s disease. Why is it important to get polysaccharides from a dietary supplement like Daily Brain Care? Can you get the same benefits from

Together For Sharon - A Parkinson’s Legacy Project Spreading Awareness Lori La Bey talks with Dr. George Ackerman who is from Brooklyn, N.Y. and now resides in Florida. He works in the fields of law, police, and education. George lost his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman on 1/1/2020 due to Parkinson’s Disease. George wanted to honor his mother and continue to help in the Parkinson’s awareness cause but did not know how to bring change. With his family, they started TogetherForSharon® as a family, to keep his mother’s memory alive and to share the message of Parkinson’s Awareness and hope for a cure. Today https://www.togetherforsharon.com/ reaches thousands of individuals across the country for Parkinson’s Disease Awareness. George currently interviews individuals throughout the Parkinson’s community including various foundations, caregivers, and Parkinson’s warriors to help share their stories and causes. Learn: How Dr Ackerman’s family care for their mom diagnosed with Parkinson’s Parkinson Symptoms Raising Aw

How To Develop A Plan To “Age Successfully” For Yourself Or With Your Parents Lori La Bey talks with Star Bradbury is a former Florida licensed administrator and Executive Director for both an Assisted Living and Memory Care facility, Star has a broad understanding of the variety of options and choices families face. Her 18 years working with a nationally recognized Life Care Community (Oak Hammock at the University of Florida) allows her to share her expertise in this otherwise confusing and complex senior living option as well.  Star’s insider experience is invaluable to anyone wanting to make sure they know how to choose the right community for a loved one, help their parents age in place successfully, or find more help when their parents need more care.  Her realistic approach is refreshing and her principles to aging well and making crucial decisions can be applied immediately. Most importantly, she will share with you the right questions to ask that are critical during times of need. As the founder of S

Open Mic Allows You To Share Your Story, Service, Product, or Tool on Alzheimer’s Speaks Open Mic Alzheimer's Speaks Open Mic helps us shift dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time.  We love raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites!  So, we invite you to call in and tell us how you are improving dementia care. We just ask all parties to hold to have a respectful conversation. Share your dementia or caregiving story. Tell us about your service, product, or tool you have that can help others dealing with dementia.  Have you written a book, penned, or produced a song or film?  If so, we want to hear from you.  Maybe you are working on a research project or have a trial you are promoting.  We talked in detail about the new CMS Guide for Dementia to be implemented in 2024. Feel free to reach out to Brian Elliott with Memory Land Games at Email - Bruce.Elliott@MemoryLaneGames.com Website - www.MemoryLaneGamesDirect.com Need help when caring for someone

Being a Memory Holder Lori La Bey talks with Francesca Lynn Arnoldy who is a community doula, educator, and published researcher as well as the author of numerous books.  Her writing focuses on mortality, grief, and healthy preparedness. She regularly presents on life-and-death topics with the hopes of encouraging people to support one another through times of intensity. Learn: What is a Death Doula Three critical steps – preparing, planning, and process. Personalizing Legacy What are glimmers? What does a Memory Holder do? What exactly is a death journal and why is it important? About Francesca Lynn Arnoldy books. Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-a-memory-holder/id986940432?i=1000642551192 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3   Contact Francesca Arnoldy Website   https://francescalynnarnoldy.com/   Email  francescalynna@gmail.com YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/chann

Brain Health Mentors-Reducing Risks and Improving Brain Health Lori La Bey talks with Heather Elwell who is the founder of Brain Health Mentors.  She has drawn on her experience as a speech-language pathologist and certified health and wellness coach.  Heather developed a program that helps mentor people in lifestyle modifications that can help reduce their risk of dementia and improve their brain health trajectory. Learn: What is a Brain Health Coach and what do they do? Can we create new brain cells? Are social groups important to maintaining brain health? What does the “Legacy of Fear” mean? What is the “Butterfly Effect”? How does service and purpose impact brain health? What does Brain Health Mentors offer? About the Brain Health Challenge taking place in February?   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/sHVVEu2seOY Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brain-health-mentors-reducing-risks-and-improving/id986940432?i=1000642051242 Li

Tony Shares His Story About Caring For His Partner Cat Lori La Bey talks with Anthony Copeland-Parker, who shares his journey with his partner Catherine. They have both been endurance athletes. When Cat received a dementia diagnosis, nothing changed. Today, Tony will share with us about their journey, and his book about their love story called Running All over the World. Learn: How and why Tony broke the rule of living by routine with dementia and why it worked for them. How Tony and Cat lived like Nomads. To live with purpose and joy. How to hold onto your relationship as dementia progresses. To journal your story and how it can help you and others if you make it public. Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/running-all-over-the-world-with-dementia/id986940432?i=1000641762932   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zhPKTHx4wjoWg0snbozBR   Contact Anthony Copeland-Parker Website        https://ru

Ginger Shares Her Dementia Experience With Us Lori La Bey talks with Ginger Speech an 86-year-old woman who had to retire as a speech-language pathologist due to encroaching dementia symptoms ten years ago. At one point, Ginger ended up in hospice, but recovered and came home. Her mission now is to advocate for research and cure for neurodegenerative disease through her memoir, interviews, and participation in social media. Learn: The symptoms Ginger experienced. How she handled forced retirement due to her symptoms. About dealing with multiple diagnoses. How antipsychotics can be dangerous with some types of dementia. More about hospice. Living in the world of dementia. Why support groups are helpful to those living with dementia. Sun shining vs. Sun downing. The importance of lifestyle changes. How to access Ginger's memoir.   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/az3aErT2tKA   Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id

Lori La Bey talks with Laura Herman a Dementia Care Professional, Writer, and Consultant, and Patty Sherin, an Author and Entrepreneur. Laura has spent years working with older adults with dementia, their care partners, and family members in every capacity from frontline caregivers to memory care administrators. Laura started ABC Dementia to help others better understand people with dementia and help them feel and function at their best. Learn: Why is getting proper support important? What Happens when needs meet exhibited behaviors? Is dealing with early-onset dementia different from other dementias? Do you know how full your Caregiving tank is? What can you expect from online courses? How do the community sectors work on ABC Dementia?   Watch the Video Interview   https://youtu.be/gESWjMIGuPk Find on Pod Link  https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Information Website https://ABCDementia.Org Patty’s Email patty@abcdementia.org Laura’s Email: laura@abcdementia.org Laura’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/l

Learn About Trauma-Informed Montessori Dementia Care - It's Not Just Dementia 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: Neurodivergent 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 dem

Our Host, Lori La Bey talks with Kevin Dill who has been diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia since 2019. He is a proud Military Veteran, retired Police Officer, and Director of Veterans Affairs. Kevin gives us all kinds of wonderful insights as to what it is like to live with Ley Body Dementia, both for himself and his family. Copy and paste the URL below into your browser if you prefer listening via podcast. Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kevin-dill-shares-his-story-of-living-with-lewy-body/id986940432?i=1000603184183 Spotify Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/7zjAt6unCubGgpHfmoCRAQ Prefer another podcast go to PodLink https://pod.link/986940432 Contact Kevin Dill Facebook @Kevin Dill  Instagram @kevinmichaeldill Dementia Friendly Iowa https://dementiafriendlyiowa.org/ Purchase a T-Shirt for $20 - $5 goes to the Lewy Body Association Video of 2022 5K Run https://youtu.be/RTy-Lk3LvMI Find FREE resources, a variety of services, or contact Lori La Bey at www.AlzheimersSpeaks.com Alz