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The Alzheimer’s Podcast:
Navigating Rough Terrain with the Dementia Sherpa
Welcome to Episode 88 of The Alzheimer’s Podcast, where we’re all about bringing The Good Stuff (that’s respect, kindness, love, empathy, and compassion) for people living with dementia, their families, and the professionals who support them. I’m Christy Turner, AKA The Dementia Sherpa. I’ve enjoyed the privilege of working with over 1,500 people living with dementia and their families so far, including multiple experiences in my own family.
In the course of my career, I’ve transformed from total trainwreck on my first day as a professional, to local go-to expert, speaker, trainer, and consultant. And if I can go from scared spitless to confident care partner, I promise you can too!
In This Episode
In this episode of Navigating Rough Terrain with the Dementia Sherpa, it’s part two of my conversation with Dr Tia Powell, author of the new book, Dementia Reimagined: Building a Life of Joy and Dignity from Beginning to End. I highly recommend this book to families and professionals alike—it’s worth your valuable time.
This part of our conversation focuses on how the HIV/AIDS crisis shaped Dr Powell as a doctor, how a shift in thinking from disease cure to disease management can impact daily life, and how we as a community can support both family and professional care partners. Finally, Dr Powell shares a gut-wrenching decision she and her family were asked to make more than once, and how that played out.
Episode 88 Show Notes
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step into the life you and your loved one deserve, schedule your complimentary Dementia Caregiver Strategy call with Christy.