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The Well Endowed PodcastEpisode 138 – Brainstorming A CityOn this episode , we discuss the challenges of living with dementia and how one family has come together to support their mom.
Dementia can be overwhelming or even scary for those living with the condition and for their families and caregivers. There is still so much we don’t know about dementia. It can affect people of various ages, and each person’s experience is unique.
That is why Candace Smallwood created an endowment fund at ECF. The fund is called Shannon’s Fund for Dementia Research. Candace created the fund in honour of her mother...2023-01-0200 min
Women in Leadership and EntrepreneurshipGiving voice through education and storytellingJoin Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In episode 37, Heather is joined by Johnna Lowther, director with the Dementia Association for Awareness and Support (DAAS), an organization that uses technology to support caregivers of people living with dementia. Johnna is also the host of The Life with Dementia podcast, which is part of DAAS and shares stories, research, and tips for life surrounding dementia. More information can be found at https://dementiaassociation.ca2022-01-2022 min
Life With DementiaDementia vs. The WorldWorld Health Organization is taking on the mountain of dementia in global action. Guest Kavitha Kolappa discusses her work on a knowledge exchange platform with the World Health Organization. This project is encouraging international commitment to increasing attention and resources for dementia around the world. We don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Countries can adopt information and resources across the board, tweaking it for their cultures and individual communities. Find out more at www.globaldementia.org.2021-07-0122 minLife With DementiaThis Is Not the EndThe truth is people can live well with Alzheimer’s. That's the message Arthena Caston and Jay Reinstein want you to hear. Listen to the voice of lived experience as two outspoken Alzheimer advocates share their thoughts, fears, and observations about living with a progressive illness. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community Supported."2021-05-2623 minLife With DementiaCog @ Work: Exploring Employer PerspectivesWhat could a supportive work environment look like for workers with dementia? Top-notch researcher Josephine McMurray is helping employers look differently at mild cognitive impairment and early-onset dementia, in the workplace. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community Supported." 2021-03-2032 minLife With DementiaMy Father’s Diagnosis of Dementia Opened My EyesLisa Poole, founder of Dementia Connections magazine, shares her personal journey to awareness of a fragmented health system and the importance of aligning expectations with true understanding. 2021-03-0130 min
The Eat More Barbecue Podcast138. Johnna LowtherWelcome to Episode 138 of the podcast!
Original Air Date: February 17, 2021
The Eat More Barbecue Podcast is a proud part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally Grown. Community Supported. This week’s network shoutout goes to Press Start to Join. Join hosts Josh and Allan on this weekly show as they discuss video games, TV, movies, comics, Star Wars and more.
Please visit www.albertapodcastnetwork.com for links to Press Start to Join and all the other great shows on the network.
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The Eat More Barbecue Podcast137. Evan LeRoyWelcome to Episode 137 of the podcast!
Original Air Date: February 10, 2021
The Eat More Barbecue Podcast is a proud part of the Alberta Podcast Network, Locally Grown. Community Supported. This week’s network shoutout goes to Life With Dementia, a monthly podcast hosted by Johnna Lowther that shares relevant research, personal stories and practical tips for communities surrounding dementia.
Please visit www.albertapodcastnetwork.com for links to Life With Dementia and all the other great shows on the network.
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Join Todd Hi...2021-02-1057 minLife With DementiaLove is All You NeedMaybe the Beatles had it right after all. Can creating dementia friendly communities and age friendly communities really be as simple as giving love? Hear from Jennifer Mallamo and the wise words she shares around treating others with love, patience, dignity and respect. Regardless if it's your family, your neighbor or a collaborative partner on a project as large as building dementia friendly communities. It’s about providing hope and making a difference in each and every moment. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community Supported."2021-01-1230 minLife With DementiaHow Can Artificial Intelligence, Smart Phones and Google Help Dementia?Combining the voice of dementia into technology development can offer huge potential for mobile health giants. Hear from Dr. Joon Lee at the Cumming School of Medicine, a national leader in brain and mental health research, talk about the important benefits technology and mobile devices can have for people living with dementia, their families, and the medical system. 2020-12-0231 minLife With DementiaTaking Research Into Real LifeHear from research duo, Dr. Jennifer Watt and Dr. Zahra Goodarzi as they share their story about comparing hundreds of research cases to create “best level evidence” and help their geriatric patients, families, and informal caregivers make the best decisions to improve quality of life. Spoiler alert: and it’s not always a traditional medical treatment either! Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community Supported."2020-10-3135 min
Life With DementiaBIG ANNOUNCEMENTS!Find out what the Dementia Association for Awareness and Support has been up to - and hear about a new podcast series we are embarking on that will include the voice of a new co-host! This special fall/winter series will highlight the expertise that only lived-experience has. Listeners will get to hear the living, breathing experience of discovery through the lens of a progressive diagnosis of dementia. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community Supported."2020-09-0834 minLife With DementiaPulling Creative Spirit Into Long-Term CareLong-term care environments are often viewed as institutional settings. Find out what we can do to change that and support environments that are full of creative spirit. Guest: Dr. Habib Chaudhury. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community supported."2020-08-1144 minLife With DementiaHas COVID-19 been ALL gloom and doom?No one has gone untouched by the global crisis of COVID-19; but what has come out of this that might actually be better? That’s the topic we are hitting today with Cindy Bond of the Alzheimer's Society in Calgary, Alberta. We'll look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected families, caregivers and those living with dementia. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community supported." 2020-07-1431 minLife With DementiaPUSH BACK Against DementiaIf you’re someone who worries about getting Alzheimer’s or dementia someday, you’ll want to hear how science, and specifically the work of Dr. Rob Sutherland, is proving that we can fight back against genetic predispositions of dementia. Life With Dementia is a proud member of the Alberta Podcast Network. "Locally grown. Community supported."2020-06-1023 minLife With DementiaIn the Shadow of Alzheimer’sKnowing that you have a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s can leave you feeling like you’re constantly in the shadow of impending bad news. Hear a deeply personal story from my mother, as she talks through some of the fear and anxiety she lives with daily surrounding a family history of Alzheimer's and discover the things that guide her though. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB.2020-05-1230 minLife With DementiaKeeping Brains and Bodies Active During COVID-19The current health crisis and subsequent social isolation has placed additional stress upon family and friends who are supporting and/or caring for persons living with dementia at home in their chosen community. Our guest is Teri Kennedy-Flynn, who shares creative ways to engage in an at-home setting; technology solutions that can help caregivers; or how to catch up on a much needed moment of respite by accessing online programs. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB.2020-04-1432 minLife With DementiaLiving in the Here and NowIt is stigma that kills hope in a dementia diagnosis. Roger Marple has been living with Alzheimer’s disease for 5 years. Yet he refuses to shy away from this diagnosis and instead, is claiming its existence as an important part of his life. His goal is to challenge society’s view that Alzheimer’s disease is an ugly diagnosis. Learning more and finding a greater sense of understanding is how we reach into our soul and break apart any negative stereotypes or fears that keep us from speaking openly about a dementia diagnosis. Life with Dementia podcast is a p...2020-03-2544 minLife With DementiaBest of 2019This episode marks the official one year anniversary of the Life With Dementia podcast. The podcast community is the perfect avenue for addressing the fear, pain and apprehension so many of us have in experiencing dementia. I believe some of the interventions and insights our guests shared over the last year can be and will be life changing for our future facing dementia. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB.2020-02-1127 minLife With DementiaCrowdfunding Tusk Teaser EpisodeHear about the latest adventure of the Life With Dementia podcast - teaming up with Tusk, the Caregiver Navigation Tool! https://www.dementiaassociation.ca 2020-02-0403 minLife With DementiaI Am Not AshamedA courageous daughter opens up about the family experience upon her father receiving a diagnosis of early-onset dementia, and how the “ripple effect” of speaking out can help make a difference in the lives of others. Brande Terashita tells her story of love, loss, and yes, even victorious JOY in sharing life with her father with dementia. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB.2020-01-1429 minLife With DementiaCaregiver Centered CareIf you know what it’s like to feel exasperated or ignored in your role as a family caregiver, you’ll want to catch this episode and chime in on the dialogue surrounding what’s being coined as caregiver-centered care. Dr. Jasneet Parmar with Covenant Health Network of Excellence is ready to enlighten us all on what we can do better to support family and friends, who are in turn supporting persons living with dementia. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB.2019-12-1032 minLife With DementiaThe Human Nature of Care with Teepa SnowBeing a part of someone's life who is living with dementia is hard. It completely changes the relationship on both sides and introduces challenges to the very basics of everyday living. Yet, sometimes we forget that the act of caring is an integral part of who we are as human beings and the person living with dementia also has a part in this. Join this episode with Teepa Snow, one of the world’s leading educators on dementia and the care that accompanies it. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, po...2019-11-1229 minLife With DementiaDementia: The Invisible Disease“Dementia is not a physical disease, but a cognitive one.” These are the clear words of Jim Mann, living with dementia and desperately trying to shatter the stereotypes that surround it. If we really want to help someone living with dementia, we have to understand that having a good quality of life is quite possible. A little bit of encouragement goes a long way toward building the confidence of someone just diagnosed and Jim’s mission is just that: educate and advocate for not shying away from life with this diagnosis, but to step out and live. Life Wi...2019-10-0843 minLife With Dementia[Unedited] Bernie Travis Talks DementiaBernie Travis is a woman on a mission: to spread hope surrounding the dementia diagnosis. Today on our show we talk to Bernie as she shares the personal story that led her to start the Early Onset Dementia Alberta Foundation and host an annual conference. Get the inside scoop on keynote speakers and discover what other educational opportunities can be found over the three days of this upcoming conference October 3 - 5, 2019.2019-09-2152 minLife With DementiaBernie Travis Talks DementiaBernie Travis is a woman on a mission: to spread hope surrounding the dementia diagnosis. Today on our show we talk to Bernie as she shares the personal story that led her to start the Early Onset Dementia Alberta Foundation and host an annual conference. Get the inside scoop on keynote speakers and discover what other educational opportunities can be found over the three days of this upcoming conference October 3 - 5, 2019. Life With Dementia is the solution-driven podcast sharing relevant research, personal stories, and practical tips for living well with dementia. Life with Dementia podcast is a p...2019-09-1019 min
Speaking MunicipallyEmergency Rejuicing of our Climate AmbitionsHere are the relevant links for this episode:JollibeeYou can now pay someone $15 per hour to wait in line at Edmonton's JollibeeLotto MaxMan who picked same numbers for three decades claims $60-million lotto jackpotFringe RecordsFringe Festival hits record-high attendance with 848,263 visitorsWaste StrategyNew trash plan gets go ahead from Edmonton councillorsTrash talk: City grappling with composting capacity concerns, private partnerships amidst waste strategy go-aheadOpen StreetsPedestrians take over Edmonton’s Jasper Avenue in Open Streets eventCLIMATE EMERGENCYEdmonton de...2019-08-3034 minLife With DementiaImproving Dementia Care Navigation with TuskFinding the right resources at the right time is a crucial need for people affected by a chronic illness. But what if there was a tool that helped you do exactly that? Find out about a technology platform aiming to intelligently reduce stress for individuals who are caring for or supporting persons living with dementia. Life With Dementia is the solution-driven podcast sharing relevant research, personal stories, and practical tips for living well with dementia. Life with Dementia podcast is a proud member of The Alberta Podcast Network, powered by ATB. To find out more about any res...2019-08-1330 minLife With DementiaCreative Aging Pt 2: Elevating the Artist with DementiaJust like art, dementia has the power to be transformative. Dr. Gene Cohen taught the world that just because we age doesn’t mean we lose our ability to create and even a brain affected by Alzheimer’s still has the capacity to learn, use the imagination, and engage in new tasks. This is part 2 of a discussion with Deb Campbell as she shares specific projects that Arts&AGEing KC is involved in and the touchpoints it has with dementia. Find out more at lifewithdementia.ca/blog2019-07-1528 minLife With DementiaCreative Aging Pt 1: Got Dementia? Go Dancing!It’s not often that we receive a message from doctors upon the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia to go dancing or paint a picture. But what if it was? Doctors around the world are beginning to recognize the health benefits of engaging in arts activities as a treatment for all sorts of illnesses. Today, we talk about the movement of creative aging, what it is, and how it has a direct impact on our health and wellness. Deb Campbell with Arts and AGEing KC shares how participation in the arts as we age is a way for us to...2019-06-1823 min
Life With DementiaNot All Those Who Wander Are LostWandering and dementia is stigmatized due to our misunderstanding of the risks. Just because you have dementia doesn't mean you're at risk of getting lost. We chat with Noelannah Neubauer and Dr. Lili Liu from the University of Alberta, about guidelines they've created to help those living with dementia and community partners plan for safe decision making while empowering independence. Find out more at lifewithdementia.ca/blog.2019-06-1832 minLife With DementiaWho Can I Call for Advice?There’s something to be said for having help at your fingertips. How many times have we experienced frustration with a problem and we just want to be able to pick up the phone and call someone? Accessing good dementia advice for family caregivers is an ever-present need and on today’s episode, we highlight an excellent resource: The Dementia Advice Line, offered by Alberta Health Services through the health link phone line. Find out more at www.lifewithdementia.ca/blog. 2019-05-1528 min
Life With DementiaGetting Out For The Day: Using Adult Day ProgramsBeing a family caregiver or care partner can be quite physically, emotionally, and financially demanding of your life and there are many people who are all alone in this role with no family around to help and little to none additional health supports on board. Hear about how adult day-support programs are stepping up to offer caregiver’s a much-needed break and engage clients in meaningful and therapeutic activities to stimulate the mind and the body. See more at www.lifewithdementia.ca/blog. 2019-05-0130 min
Life With DementiaDoes Your Lifestyle Impact Your Risk of Dementia? Ask the ExpertsDo your lifestyle choices put you at risk for Alzheimer’s? We’re talking today with Dr. Jeffrey Burns, a lead researcher, and co-director at the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Center, where they're investigating the use of lifestyle interventions as a preventative measure in the fight against Alzheimer's. Can things like diet, exercise, and quality of sleep really reduce our risk of dementia? These are precisely some of the areas being studied here. For more info go to www.lifewithdementia.ca/blog2019-04-1530 min
Life With DementiaPart 2: What It’s Really Like to Live With Dementia:The stress any health crisis puts on a relationship is no laughing matter - but when it’s memory loss your partner is dealing with, sometimes maintaining a sense of humor is all you can do. Our last episode was with Joe Dolan who is personally battling early-stage dementia. This is Pt. 2 with Joe’s spouse, Maureen Barnes, who shares how she has come to terms with this illness in her life and learned the best ways to support her spouse with dementia. Visit lifewithdementia.ca for show notes. 2019-04-0123 min
Life With DementiaPart 1: What It’s Really Like to Live With DementiaLiving with dementia is challenging. But if you’re as tenacious as Joe Dolan, you won’t let that keep you down. Hear firsthand as he reflects on family history; how dementia has affected his relationship; and why he believes maintaining a sense of purpose is the most important aspect of living with dementia. For more info visit: www.lifewithdementia.ca/blog 2019-03-1522 min
Life With DementiaBuilding an Online Support CommunityIt’s not easy facing life’s challenges alone, and that leaves us all yearning for support and understanding. Nowadays, we have a world of “virtual support” right at our fingertips. Today, we talk to Christine Prysunka of the Alzheimer’s Society, on their latest adventure in offering education, awareness, and support through an online community. See the full show notes at www.thedementiapodcast.org/blog 2019-03-0127 min
Life With DementiaDementia Prevention: The Role of CommunityWorldwide there are 50 million people living with dementia, which means not a day goes by where we don’t hear or see something about Alzheimer’s and dementia. But where do you turn? And what role does your local community play? Beth Mansell, with the SAGE Senior’s Association in Edmonton, shares thoughts on the role of community in this process. Find out more and subscribe at www.thedementiapodcast.org. 2019-02-1523 min
Life With DementiaLife With Dementia - teaser Are you curious about how to help people living with dementia? Do you want to see positive changes in care and services? Maybe you’re a friend, family member, professional caregiver or someone living with dementia and looking for more answers and resources to cope with your own frustrations on this journey? Then this podcast is for YOU! Check out our teaser and join us for the first episode on February 15! Find out more and subscribe at www.thedementiapodcast.org. 2019-01-2102 min
Every WomanInter-generational ConversationsIn this week’s episode, we focus in on the importance of inter-generational conversations. Natasha Ria El-Scari, poet and mother, shares her open and honest parenting style. While Johnna Lowther, author, educator and advocate for creative aging initiatives discusses Kansas City’s Generation …2016-04-2321 min
Every WomanInter-generational ConversationsIn this week's episode, we focus in on the importance of inter-generational conversations. Natasha Ria El-Scari, poet and mother, shares her open and honest parenting style. While Johnna Lowther, author, educator […] The post Inter-generational Conversations appeared first on KKFI.2016-04-2321 min