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Caregiver Chats51: Balancing Safety & Independence in Dementia with Adria ThompsonDr. Lakelyn is joined by dementia care expert Adria Thompson, M.A., CCC-SLP for a conversation on how caregivers can support a loved one living with dementia while preserving their independence. Together, they explore the concept of “dignity of risk,” a philosophy centered around balancing autonomy and safety for those living with dementia.Drawing on clinical experience and real-life caregiving dynamics, Adria and Dr. Lakelyn discuss how caregivers can foster a sense of self-determination in their loved ones, even as the disease progresses. They also address the emotional complexities that come with these decisions, including guilt, fear, and...2025-06-3046 min
Neuro PT Made Easy | Expand your Neurologic Knowledge & Elevate your Physical Therapy Practice#26: How to Truly Support a Patient with Dementia: Rehab Reimagined with Adria Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLPWhat if we told you that progress in dementia care doesn’t always look like reps, goals, or traditional outcomes—and that your impact as a rehab professional goes far beyond the checklist?In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Adria Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLP, the incredible dementia care educator behind @belightcare and www.belightcare.com. Adria is the TOP dementia care influencer on social media—and for good reason. Her heart-forward, evidence-informed approach is changing the way we think about communication, participation, and purpose in therapy.Together, we dive into: 💭 The most com...2025-06-2652 min
Inspired Caring188. Dementia - Tough Times of Day with Carrie Aalberts, aka Dementia DarlingSummary In this conversation, Michele Magner and Carrie Aalberts, known as Dementia Darling, delve into the complexities of "sundowning" in dementia care. They discuss the emotional and behavioral challenges faced by individuals living with dementia during the late afternoon and evening hours, exploring the triggers, symptoms, and effective strategies for caregivers. The importance of creating a calm environment, ensuring adequate sunlight exposure, and understanding the nuances of language used in dementia care are emphasized. The conversation also highlights the need for awareness around younger onset dementia and the unique challenges faced by families in this situation.Takeaways2025-06-1349 min
Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved OneWhat Do We Do When They Say No? Navigating Care Refusals in Dementia with Adria Thompson, Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist & Founder, Be Light Care ConsultingWhat do we do when someone we love says no to the very thing we believe will help them most? When care is met with resistance, it can feel frustrating and heartbreaking—especially when dementia is part of the story. In this episode, we unpack the topic of refusals of care in dementia: why they happen, what’s really behind the resistance, and how we can respond with more compassion and less fear. Joining me is award-winning dementia care educator Adria Thompson, founder of Be Light Care Consulting. With over nine years of experience as a li...2025-04-0941 min
Brainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPsBRAINSTORMS REWIND: Dementia Care-The Roles of SLPs and CaregiversEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Brainstorms-Dementia-Care-The-Roles-of-SLPs-and-Caregivers-Guest: Adria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLPIn this episode, Renee is joined by Adria Thompson to discuss how SLPs provide dementia care to patients/clients and support caregivers. We explore everything from communication strategies to mealtime interventions and many things in between. Both Renee and Adria have a close family member with dementia, so this discussion is near and dear to our hearts. Join us for an inspiring hour of discussion and learning.About the Guest:2025-03-201h 04
Brainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPsBRAINSTORMS REWIND: Dementia Care-The Roles of SLPs and Caregivers-Originally Aired: 11/13/2023- Guest: Adria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Brainstorms-Dementia-Care-The-Roles-of-SLPs-and-Caregivers-In this episode, Renee is joined by Adria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLP, to discuss how we, as SLPs, provide dementia care to patients/clients and support to caregivers. We explore everything from communication strategies to mealtime interventions and many things in between. Both Renee and Adria have a close family member with dementia, so this discussion is near and dear to our hearts. Join us for an inspiring hour...2025-03-131h 05
Gather DarlingsGATHER | Younger-Onset Dementia with Patti LaFleur, Lorenzo's HouseIn this heartwarming episode, we are joined by sunshine in the form of a person, Patti LaFleur! Patti shared the very personal and impactful mission of Lorenzo's House, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families navigating younger-onset dementia. Founded in 2021, Lorenzo's House is leading the way of support for families facing this challenging and often isolating journey. The organization's core mission is powerful and personal: to shift the narrative from isolation to connection, from stigma to strength, and from darkness to light! Key highlights of Lorenzo's House include: - Holistic Support Model: Offering virtual and in-person...2024-12-1440 min
Cuentos Populares Con moraleja⬆️⬇️ Subidas y Bajadas | Fábula Belga 🦊🐰⬆️⬇️ Subidas y Bajadas | Fábula Belga 🦊🐰Recopilada y adaptada por Jean de Boschère (1878-1953) 📚Narrado por Adrià y Altaïr 🎙️Música: Gige, autor desconocido de Nueva Zelanda 🎶🎸Ilustraciones del video de Ernest Thompson Seton, Frans van Severdonck, Edwin Henry Landseer y fotografías libres de internet 🎨📸Una fábula que refleja las vueltas de la vida y la naturaleza con encanto y sabiduría.🌐 Más cuentos en: conmoraleja.com📺 Texto completo y vídeo en YouTube#FábulaBelga #SubidasYBajadas #NarraciónOral #MúsicaDeGuitarra #AltaïrGarcía #ConMoraleja2024-11-0704 min
Cuentos Populares Conmoraleja⬆️⬇️ Subidas y Bajadas | Fábula Belga 🦊🐰⬆️⬇️ Subidas y Bajadas | Fábula Belga 🦊🐰Recopilada y adaptada por Jean de Boschère (1878-1953) 📚Narrado por Adrià y Altaïr 🎙️Música: Gige, autor desconocido de Nueva Zelanda 🎶🎸Ilustraciones del video de Ernest Thompson Seton, Frans van Severdonck, Edwin Henry Landseer y fotografías libres de internet 🎨📸Una fábula que refleja las vueltas de la vida y la naturaleza con encanto y sabiduría.🌐 Más cuentos en: conmoraleja.com📺 Texto completo y vídeo en YouTube#FábulaBelga #SubidasYBajadas #NarraciónOral #MúsicaDeGuitarra #AltaïrGarcía #ConMoraleja2024-11-0704 min
FábulasFábula belga, Subidas y bajadasSubidas y bajadas Fábula belga, recopilada y adaptada por Jean de Boschère (1878-1953) Narrado por Adriá y Altaïr Música: Gige, autor desconocido neozelandés Ilustraciones del video: Ernest Thompson Seton, Frans van Severdonck, Edwin Henry Landseer y dos fotografías libres de internet Texto completo:
La entrada Fábula belga, Subidas y bajadas se publicó primero en Cuentos Populares Conmoraleja.
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Rethinking Aging Club PodcastDementia with DementiaDarling, VoiceLove and Loop VillageIn this episode, we discussed dementia and brain health as important aspects of aging and health. We heard from DementiaDarling Carrie Aalberts, an advocate in the dementia landscape, which addresses the needs of 1 in 3 older adults (somewhere between seven and 11 million).Gabriela Pelin of VoiceLove shared about their “voice communications enabler” for dementia patients in ICU, now in pilot programs at both Vanderbilt and Texas A&M Longevity Center. We also heard from Margo Merrick of LOOP Village, an online content engagement platform handling 120 events per month.Margot was excited to be collaborating with...2024-10-2949 minGather DarlingsDARLINGS | Europe Trip Recap with Adria ThompsonOn this episode of Gather Darlings, Nicole Will, Carrie Aalberts, and Adria Thompson are sharing all about their European adventures! From diving into The Hogeweyk dementia village, to Adria’s epic journey with Walk the Talk in Spain, we’re sharing all the stories of care and connection. Oh, and did we mention Cannes? We hit the SilverEco conference hard—panels, awards, and jury duty! It’s all here, and trust us, caregivers and healthcare pros, you don’t want to miss this. Darlings, we’re going global! To watch the webinar with Viking Pure Solutions of...2024-10-181h 12
Living Our Best With Memory LossLiving Our Best With Memory Loss | Tips From Adria ThompsonEpisode 9: Tips from Adria Thompson – Enhancing Communication and Dignity in Dementia Care
In Episode 9 of “Living Our Best With Memory Loss,” we welcome back Adria Thompson, a renowned dementia care specialist and Founder of Be Light Care Consulting. In this insightful episode, Adria shares invaluable tips and strategies designed to improve communication and support for individuals with memory loss.
Joined by hosts Debo (David Bolinger), Lori Stryer, Lori Beatty, and our editor Jeffrey Cunningham, Adria offers practical advice on how to create an environment that respects and preserves the dignit...2024-08-2226 min
Living Our Best With Memory LossLiving Our Best With Memory Loss | Adria ThompsonEpisode 6: Innovating Dementia Care with Adria Thompson
In this enlightening episode of “Living Our Best With Memory Loss,” we feature Adria Thompson, Founder & CEO of Be Light Care Consulting. Adria shares her extensive experience and innovative approaches in dementia care, offering a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies to our listeners.
Join us as we discuss:
• Effective communication strategies for individuals with dementia.
• Adria’s journey in speech therapy and her commitment to improving dementia care.
• Tips for caregivers and healthcare p...2024-08-0134 min
Gravity Healthcare HacksBe A LightIn this episode, Melissa Brown, is joined by Adria Thompson the fearless leader at Be Light Care Consulting and dementia expert trainer. Adria shares more about her journey to Be Light Care Consulting and the services they offer. Support the show2024-08-0128 min
TBA's Life Insurance Link UpThe True Cost of Long-Term CareWe've brought the expert on all things long-term care (LTC) back for the third and final episode in our LTC series. Kevin Riley joins us to answer all the questions about the true cost of long-term care: What’s the cost of your client’s doing nothing about their LTC coverage? What do clients need to be considering beyond cost? What are some common objections to coverage and how can advisors overcome them? What three key parts should every LTC plan have? How many years should clients plan for? Click here for the LinkedIn profile of Adria Thomp...2024-07-1825 min
The MSing Link187. Dementia, Cognition, and Memory Changes in MS w/ Adria ThompsonThank you so much for tuning in today. I have a special guest with me, Adria Thompson. Adria is a speech and language pathologist acclaimed for her work in dementia care. On today's episode, we talk about memory and cognitive changes in multiple sclerosis and tips on how you can improve your brain health.
Adria Thompson is a speech-language pathologist acclaimed for her work in dementia care. Adria brings over 10 years of experience to the table with a master's degree from Eastern Kentucky University. She's the driving force behind Be Light Care Consulting, known for her innovative m...2024-07-0337 min
Irish & Celtic Music PodcastWomen of Summer #665Women are an important part of Celtic music. We celebrate their contributions this week on the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast # 665. Subscribe now! Charlene Adzima, Telenn Tri, Runa, The BorderCollies, Fialla, Natalie Padilla, Adria Jackson, Bettina Solas, Fig for a Kiss, Keltricity, Louise Bichan, Clare Cunningham, Maggie’s Wake GET CELTIC MUSIC NEWS IN YOUR INBOX The Celtic Music Magazine is a quick and easy way to plug yourself into more great Celtic culture. Enjoy seven weekly news items for Celtic music and culture online. Subscribe now and get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. VOTE IN...2024-06-131h 02Gather DarlingsGATHER | Changing the World One Video at a Time with Adria Thompson, Speech-Language Pathologist & Founder of Be Light Care ConsultingAdria Thompson joins us today to share her heart for care and about all the things...We truly look up to Adria, she is one of our inspirations. We are so thankful for her friendship and we are excited to cheer her on as she touches many lives. What is a dementia educator and influencer? How she feels about being in the public eye? How she makes her videos? What is it like to go viral? What are the most asked questions that families and caregivers ask Adria? 2024-05-311h 24
Friends with wheelsAn inside look at dementia and Caregiving ft Adria ThompsonA conversation about dementia and what goes into caregiving for folks with dementia and other related disorders ft Adria Thompson, CEO of Be Light Care Consulting.
2024-05-2212 minBrainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPsDementia Care - The Roles of SLPs and Caregivers with Adria ThompsonGuest: Adria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Renee is joined by Adria to discuss how we, as SLPs provide dementia care to patients/clients and how we provide support to caregivers. We explore everything from communication strategies to mealtime interventions and many things in between. Both Renee and Adria have a close family member with dementia, so this discussion is near and dear to our hearts. Join us for an inspiring hour of discussion and learning.2024-04-121h 05
Swallow Your Pride Podcast312 – Navigating Dementia Care as an SLP: Tips and Insights from a Dementia ConsultantHave you ever wondered how much you can actually do as an SLP when it comes to dementia care?
One of the most common misconceptions about dementia care in general is that not much can be done. It’s a progressive disease after all, right?
This is where medical SLPs can shine, and Adria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLP is here to talk about it! Adria is a dementia consultant who teamed up with an OT to create a dementia program and traveled around to different facilities to teach this program.
In this week’s epis...2024-01-2500 min
Parent Projects Podcast#62 | Adria Thompson | The Role of Re-Habilitation
Today, we are here to continue our conversation with Adria Thompson, certified dementia practitioner, who creates practical and functional content for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s. She believes if we can better understand the reality in which individuals with dementia are living, we will better meet their needs with compassion and understanding.
https://www.belightcare.com/free-resourceshttps://www.belightcare.com/_files/ugd/ab1c8f_8f4c810c0848424382dcf866ac727610.pdf
Looking for information? Parent Projects takes the stress and intimidation out of the process for famil...2024-01-1928 min
Organize & Cherish with The Organized Flamingo49: 2023 Favorite Guest Moments: Tips To Take Into The New YearIn this special episode, we take a reflective journey through the insightful conversations we've had this year with our guests. We revisit the highlights and key takeaways from our esteemed guests who shared their wisdom on productivity, organizing, and the pursuit of a fulfilling lifestyle.We hope these conversations continue to inspire you on your journey towards a more intentional, organized, and fulfilling life.Mentioned in this Episode:Suzanne Orlando: Episode 003: Mental Health and Organizing with Suzanne OrlandoCaroline Bower: Episode 005: Set Yourself Up for Success With a Ca...2023-12-2531 min
Parent Projects Podcast#61 | Adria Thompson | 5 Surprising Signs of DementiaToday, we will be chatting with Adria Thompson, certified dementia practitioner, who creates practical and functional content for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s. She believes if we can better understand the reality in which individuals with dementia are living, we will better meet their needs with compassion and understanding.
https://www.belightcare.com/free-resourceshttps://www.belightcare.com/_files/ugd/ab1c8f_8f4c810c0848424382dcf866ac727610.pdf
Looking for information? Parent Projects takes the stress and intimidation out of the process for families relocating an aged loved one...2023-12-2228 min
SLP Learning HourS12E5 - Dementia Care-The Roles of SLPs and CaregiversGuest: Adria Thompson, SLP - In this episode, Renee is joined by Adria to discuss how we, as SLPs, provide dementia care to patients/clients and how we provide support to caregivers. We explore everything from communication strategies to mealtime interventions and many things in between. Both Renee and Adria have a close family member with dementia, so this discussion is near and dear to our hearts. Join us for an inspiring hour of discussion and learning.2023-11-221h 05
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast154: Combating Stage Fright in Dementia Care with Adria Thompson MA, CCC-SLPIn this episode, we explore the concept of staging in dementia using scales such as the Global Deterioration Scale, which helps guide our understanding of disease progression. Discover how speech-language pathologists play a vital role in providing support and implementing effective communication strategies while ensuring appropriate goals and documentation. After all, providing speech therapy services for individuals with dementia shouldn’t be scary. Check out the show notes on https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/154 for more resources and tools!2023-08-1454 min
Cost of CaringBetter Communication In Caregiving w/ Speech Language Pathologist Adria Thompson (Be Light Care)Tune in weekly to deep-dive into the ways money affects caregiving, life, and relationships with renowned special guests in the caregiving space. This week, we talk to Speech Language Pathologist Adria Thompson of Be Light Care Consulting about communication challenges for individuals with dementia, practical strategies caregivers can use to communicate effectively with their loved one(s) living with dementia, collaborating with your LOs care team, and other speech language services and supports.
In this episode—
Can you tell us about your journey as a speech language pathologist and how you developed a specialization in dementia ca...2023-08-0440 minNavigating the World with Your Aging Loved OneCaring Through Communication: Speech Therapy & Dementia Care with Adria Thompson, Speech-Language Pathologist & Founder of Be Light Care ConsultingHow can speech therapy techniques revolutionize the way we approach dementia care? Today my guest Adria Thompson, a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience in dementia care, will reveal the power of communication strategies and environmental modifications that can significantly improve the lives of individuals with dementia. Join us as we delve into the "how" behind Adria's transformative approach to supporting families on their caregiving journey. In today's episode, we'll delve into the world of speech therapy and its crucial role in dementia care. We'll explore the challenges individuals with dementia face in both speaking a...2023-07-1948 min
Parent Projects Podcast#41 | Adria Thompson | Living in Their World
Today, we will be chatting with Adria Thompson, certified dementia practitioner, who creates practical and functional content for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s. She believes if we can better understand the reality in which individuals with dementia are living, we will better meet their needs with compassion and understanding.
https://www.belightcare.com/free-resources
https://www.belightcare.com/_files/ugd/ab1c8f_8f4c810c0848424382dcf866ac727610.pdf
Looking for information? Parent Projects takes the stress and intimidation out of the proce...2023-07-0343 min
Tips from Trestle: The Senior Living Food and Hospitality PodcastFrom Caregiver to InfluencerHave you ever wondered...what exactly is Speech Therapy is and what is the crucial role it plays in senior living?
On this week's TFT, Aaron sits with Adria Thompson. Adria shares her journey into the senior care space and discusses her work with individuals facing communication, swallowing, and cognition disorders. Adria unlocks the secrets of how speech therapists can impact the success of your dining operations and the pivotal role they play in improving the quality of life for seniors.
Adria also shares her journey to becoming a leading social media influencer, with nearly 130,000...2023-06-2635 min
Organize & Cherish with The Organized Flamingo23: Navigating Dementia: Practical Organizing Tips for CaregiversThis week, we talk about how to help individuals with memory loss or dementia navigate their world in a more organized fashion, giving you, the caregiver and your loved one easy to implement tips. Our guest, Adria Thompson, Speech Pathologist & Owner of Be Light Care, shares great tips on how to reduce distractions, simplify their technology, and create custom solutions to help them navigate their devices. We also explore the importance of understanding their perspective, as well as the different stages in this life event. In this episode we talk about:What is Dementia, exactly?Ca...2023-06-2639 min
Answers For Elders Radio NetworkGetting Zinnia TV for Seniors With DementiaZinnia TV is an app, a therapeutic caregiving tool especially made for those dealing with memory challenges, such as those with Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's. Allyson Schrier joins Suzanne to talk about Zinnia TV and how it helps those with the illness as well as their caregivers. The app can be downloaded to a phone, tablet, or smart TV. It opens to a library of channels, and each channel has a menu of videos. There are a large number of channels, including the all-day channel, interests channel, places channel, nostalgia channel, and the nature channel. Allyson says, "...2023-03-1912 min
At Home, On AirCommunication as a Tool for Challenging the Culture of Dementia Care | Adria ThompsonJoin our hosts, Susi Stadler and Rachael Friedman, as they discuss communication for dementia care with our featured guest, Adria Thompson, the Founder of Be Light Care Consulting and a Dementia and Communications Consultant.
This is a refreshing conversation about dementia care focused on how we talk about dementia, as well as how we talk to people with dementia. Adria uses her expertise as a speech language pathologist and her everyday experience working with individuals with memory loss, to challenge stereotypes, improve communication, foster creativity, and provide support and inspiration to caregivers of all kinds. Embracing levity and humor, and...2023-01-2546 min
Dealing With Challenges Archives - Fading Memories PodcastDementia Therapies: Compassionate & Effective Care
Adria Thompson, Be Light Care
Dementia Therapies: Compassionate & Effective Care. Having been part of the Alzheimer's and dementia community for most of my adult life, it's easy to have opinions on specific "dementia therapies. I've seen SLP, OT, and PT therapies work great while the therapist is present with our loved one, then fail once they are gone. My view on these treatments for someone with a dementia-causing disease was, more or less, not to bother.
I've seen lots of today's guests' educational social media posts (they're great), so I was pleased when she asked if I...2023-01-241h 00
Episodes Archives - Fading Memories PodcastDementia Therapies: Compassionate & Effective Care
Adria Thompson, Be Light Care
Dementia Therapies: Compassionate & Effective Care. Having been part of the Alzheimer's and dementia community for most of my adult life, it's easy to have opinions on specific "dementia therapies. I've seen SLP, OT, and PT therapies work great while the therapist is present with our loved one, then fail once they are gone. My view on these treatments for someone with a dementia-causing disease was, more or less, not to bother.
I've seen lots of today's guests' educational social media posts (they're great), so I was pleased when she asked if I...2023-01-241h 00
Discovering DementiaMini Series 3 Adria Thompson - Be Light Care - Online practical tips for dementia careIn this mini series of seasonal interviews, we hear from dementia organisations and others with their own stories and tips on how best to manage celebrations like Christmas.Caring for someone living with dementia can mean you sometimes find yourself in situations where you’re not sure of what to say, or how best to respond. How you react can make all the difference.Adria Thompson, from Be Light Care, is a speech language pathologist from the USA who provides regular content on social media platforms with dementia care tips. If you have any tips you’d like to share, do g...2022-12-1920 min
Caregiver's CompassFrom speech language pathologist to capturing the dementia caregiver world by storm- with Adria Thompson (Episode 62)In episode 62, Stephanie speaks to Adria Thompson who, in 2021, grew her passion for helping dementia caregivers and those with dementia as an SLP with Be Light Care Consulting. She talks about how her career as a speech language pathologist led to her overall vision to provide support to caregivers around the world.About Adria:Adria Thompson is a speech language pathologist, a dementia educator, and is the founder of Be Light Care Consulting. She has 8 years experience providing one-on-one speech therapy services with adults...2022-11-2532 min
Life on Repeat: A Dementia Caregiver PodcastAddressing Dementia Behavior Challenges Without Medication | SLP Tips from Adria ThompsonIn this insightful episode, Laura welcomes Adria Thompson, a speech-language pathologist, dementia educator, and the founder of Be Light Care. Laura and Adria dive deep into how speech, occupational, and physical therapists can support individuals living with dementia — from communication and cognition to mobility and daily living activities. Adria shares her expert tips for navigating challenging behaviors, advocating for therapy services, and creating a dignified care environment. Whether you’re a caregiver, family member, or healthcare professional, this episode is packed with practical strategies and encouragement.👤 Meet Adria Thompson: Adria Thompson is a speech-language pathologist, dementia educator, and cre...2022-10-1245 min
Love Conquers AlzADRIA THOMPSON: The `VITAL Role Speech Therapy Plays in The Quality of Your Loved One's LifeIn Episode 61, Don and I had the pleasure of speaking with Adria Thompson, a speech language pathologist, dementia educator, and owner of Be Light Care Consulting. Adria has over 8 years experience in working with individuals one on one providing speech therapy services for those with dementia.Adria has also created a dementia training program to teach therapists in 13 states how to increase their creativity, efficiency, and compassion. She creates daily content for over 200,000 professional and personal caregivers of individuals with dementia on social media platforms in a relatable, positive way that makes the condition seem a...2022-09-111h 00