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Today we talk in detail about caring for a loved one with Author Alfredo Botello, who wrote the book Spin Cycle: Notes from a Reluctant Caregiver. Alfredo took care of his mother living with dementia. You will hear about a variety of experiences, and how he coped and adapted as he cared for his mom.  You will get a lot of great tips to make your journey a bit easier.

Learn About:

Honest comments on real situations

Shame and guilt – recognizing it and dealing with it.

Time orientation, appointments, and activities

Tracking and dispersing medications

Grooming, clothing, personality, and dignity.

Fixing vs. Acceptance

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These conversations are always interesting.  Join Alzheimer’s Speaks on a future 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!  So, we invite you to 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. 

Here are future recording dates if you want to join us!

Mar. 18th, 2025
April 15th, 2025
May 20th, 2025
June 17th, 2025
July 15th, 2025
Aug. 19th, 2025
Sept. 16th, 2025
Oct. 21st, 2025
Nov. 18th, 2025
Dec. 16th, 2025

Contact Us To Be On The Next Open Mic  https://alzheimersspeaks.com/be-a-guest/

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