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Are you afraid of getting Alzheimer’s? We all are. What if you could reduce your risk of getting Alzhiemer’s by eating? Would that catch your attention? Yes! You can. Toula’s guest on this podcast, Cari Eyre, will tell you how. Cari is the Associate Director of Programs for the Alzheimer’s Association, North Florida Region. It is called The Mind Diet! And, it works. Recent studies have shown that following this diet can reduce the risk of getting Alzheimer’s by 53% Of course, you cannot just eat anything you want. There are some foods that you should and should not eat (Oh, dear. Steak, hamburgers and French fries are not on the list. But, YAY. Red wine is on the diet (in moderation)). The MIND Diet is actually a hybrid of the wonderful Mediterranean Diet and the DASH diet, plus some enhancements to help you to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s. Good news. Even if you don’t follow the diet strictly all the time, by staying on the diet consistently (minimize that cheating), your risk could still be reduce

Dr. Theresa Scott of the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia discusses driving cessation and her latest research on driving and dementia. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/osXSaF

In this caregiver spotlight episode, meet Karen Bromberg from Brooklyn, New York. Learn how in 2012 Hurricane Sandy catapulted Karen into being the primary caregiver for her parents and how she navigated many difficult decisions to help keep her parents safe. We talk about going through the stuff, long term care facilities, and Karen's love for yoga and essential oils.

That voice in our head. We've all heard it, we've all experienced it. Those darn Brain Rats! On our On our 3rd episode of Songs For The Caregiver Soul, we focus in on Barbara McAfee's popular song, "Brain Rats" and learn how to combat and eliminate all that "junk in our head." Listen in and learn how Barbara McAfee is creating Healing Ties all around us!

That voice in our head. We've all heard it, we've all experienced it. Those darn Brain Rats! On our On our 3rd episode of Songs For The Caregiver Soul, we focus in on Barbara McAfee's popular song, "Brain Rats" and learn how to combat and eliminate all that "junk in our head." Listen in and learn how Barbara McAfee is creating Healing Ties all around us!

On our 6th episode of Candid Conversation About Care Amanda Singleton, The Caregiver Lawyer, discusses one of the most important roles of caregiving; Advocacy. Advocacy comes from knowing exactly the needs and desires of the person who is entrusted in your care. Knowledge now, helps avoid turmoil later. It is important to know that advocacy does not end, when caregiving ends. Listen in and learn how Amanda Singleton continues to advocate while creating Healing Ties all around us! (Conversations in this podcast are not intended for legal advice and are for information only)

On our 6th episode of Candid Conversation About Care Amanda Singleton, The Caregiver Lawyer, discusses one of the most important roles of caregiving; Advocacy. Advocacy comes from knowing exactly the needs and desires of the person who is entrusted in your care. Knowledge now, helps avoid turmoil later. It is important to know that advocacy does not end, when caregiving ends. Listen in and learn how Amanda Singleton continues to advocate while creating Healing Ties all around us! (Conversations in this podcast are not intended for legal advice and are for information only)

What's the difference between interior decorating and intertior design? Learn how space planning will help you enjoy your home even more and set the stage when you decide to sell. Thinking about doing some remodeling? Listen to this, first.

Matt introduces 'TimeSlips,' a creative storytelling activity for persons living with dementia. Show Notes: https://goo.gl/vd7wJ7

Join host, Allison Elkow Lazicky as she and Tami Neumann discuss traits to look for when hiring managers in an Assisted Living. From charisma to the power of woo...from empathy to curious...from clarity to persuasion...they discuss what traits they like to see with what leaders. They share stories of their Assisted Living careers and have lots of laughs in this episode. The show ends with Tami answering the 10 "Inside the Actors Studio Questions".

On February 19, 2016, a group of tourist were frolicking in the waters of Colombia, South America. The merriment was interrupted when a boulder came crashing down on top of them. All but one made it to safety - her name is Schuyler. On this episode of Healing Ties, we visit with Schuyer's mother, best selling author of THE SKY IS THE LIMIT and international motivational speaker Meridith Alexander. Meridith and Schuyler story has impacted thousands upon thousands! Listen in and learn how Meridith and Schuyler are creating Healing Ties by turning a boulder into a water fall.

On February 19, 2016, a group of tourist were frolicking in the waters of Colombia, South America. The merriment was interrupted when a boulder came crashing down on top of them. All but one made it to safety - her name is Schuyler. On this episode of Healing Ties, we visit with Schuyer's mother, best selling author of THE SKY IS THE LIMIT and international motivational speaker Meridith Alexander. Meridith and Schuyler story has impacted thousands upon thousands! Listen in and learn how Meridith and Schuyler are creating Healing Ties by turning a boulder into a water fall.

Leslie Dach, founder and chair of Protect our Care, and Barbara Zdravecky, former CEO of Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FL, talk about the fight for affordable health care insurance and why it's important.

Now more than ever before, people have the potential to live a long life. As boomers become Caregivers to their aging parents, what happens when the Caregiver becomes ill; who will step in to your caregiver role if something happens to you? In this episode of The Unique Needs of the Older Caregiver, author and mature market expert Joy Loverde talks about the importance of having your legal documents up-to-date and introduces us to her “just in case” plan (as featured in her book, Who Will Take Care of Me When I Am Old) to help you engage with your care team and better manage your caregiving role.

Losing a parent or close family member is one of the top 5 most stressful life events. It's been almost four years since our host Elizabeth Miller lost her dad. In today's episode, she honors her dad by recognizing his birthday.

On our second episode of Songs for the Caregiver Soul Barbara McAfee presents one of her classic songs Living Dying Man. Living Dying Man is a song written for one of Barbara's best friends, Jamie. One of Jamie’s passions was authentic conversation – it was the subject of the first book he and his wife, Maren, wrote. With beautify lyrics that touch the soul, Barbara's song takes authentic conversations to a new meaning, allowing us to be present at one of the most meaningful times in life. Listen in and learn how Barbara McAfee is creating Healing Ties all around us. (No only can you hear the song on this podcast, you can see Barbara preform this song at www.thewholecarenetwork.com/songsforthecaregiversoul)

On our second episode of Songs for the Caregiver Soul Barbara McAfee presents one of her classic songs Living Dying Man. Living Dying Man is a song written for one of Barbara's best friends, Jamie. One of Jamie’s passions was authentic conversation – it was the subject of the first book he and his wife, Maren, wrote. With beautify lyrics that touch the soul, Barbara's song takes authentic conversations to a new meaning, allowing us to be present at one of the most meaningful times in life. Listen in and learn how Barbara McAfee is creating Healing Ties all around us. (No only can you hear the song on this podcast, you can see Barbara preform this song at www.thewholecarenetwork.com/songsforthecaregiversoul)

Tom Getchman, Founder of St. Louis Radon discusses Radon, it's impact on health, and how to remediate it.

Matt discuss a obsessive reminiscence, when a person living with dementia constantly expresses the same memories to the dismay of themselves and others around them. This is based on 2008 article by William Puentes, PhD, RN, FAAN. Show notes: https://goo.gl/9VQDSL

Few experiences are more devastating for older people than having to move out of their home. The subject of housing and all its implication s has the potential to cause a tremendous amount of anxiety for family caregivers. While the ideal place for older adults my change over time, remaining in one's own home is often the most desirable option. In this episode of The Unique Needs of the Older Caregiver, author and mature market expert Joy Loverde helps us remove the "elephant" in the room with the key ingredient being clear, consistent and inclusive communication