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Dementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: Summer 2024Welcome to Dementia Connections Audio Articles where we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Dementia Connections spoke with with Aussie adventurer and advocate Bill Yeates, who shares how he navigates life with young onset dementia - First up is Just Keep Swimming. In Free and Safe, Dr. Noelannah Neubauer describes new resources that help manage the risk of getting lost and going missing for people with dementia. And the article Grand Friends is an update from Dr. Kate Dupuis on the Intergenerational Jamboree program that brings young children and pe...2024-06-0219 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: September 2023Welcome to Dementia Connections Audio Articles where we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Dementia Connections spoke with Kate Swaffer, one of the most widely known activists for the rights of people with dementia and older people, about why she continues to campaign for change.Our newsletter subscribers also read stories about the 12 risk factors for dementia, communicating about dementia with respect and recent updates on drug therapies. Subscribe for free to receive inspiring stories, expert advice and the latest developments in dementia care and research in yo...2023-09-1806 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: Dec 5, 2022Welcome to Dementia Connections Audio Articles, where we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This month we'll share three stories. In the first we explore the fascinating age-tech innovations that support the independence of people living with dementia and care partners. The second story describes new research into why a lifetime of dementia prevention is so important, and the third story is a care partners perspective of a love stronger than frontotemporal dementia.Find the full articles and links to related resources at DEMENTIACONNECTIONS.ORG Sta...2022-12-0624 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: November 17, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. In this episode we'll share three stories. In this episode we'll share three stories. The first explores how maintaining a long-distance caregiver relationship often comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. In the second we report on how ambient sounds of birds chirping, ringing church bells or even keys tapping on a keyboard can help improve the well-being of people with dementia. Lastly, we share a short item about tuning into M...2022-11-1713 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: October 31, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. In this episode we'll share three stories. This first is about a unique adult day program that, despite limited resources, demonstrates how teamwork, dedication and innovation can change long-term care. In our second story we talk with Dr. Nicole Anderson about her insights into protecting and improving cognition. In our third story, Gail Gregory shares about how she lives well with dementia through crafts, nature photography and art.It’s a tim...2022-10-3123 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: Oct 17, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Today, we'll share two stories about how gamification and interdisciplinary teamwork make a difference in dementia care, along with a bonus article about dementia-inclusive gun safety.It’s a time of change in publishing. Dementia Connections needs your support to continue to collaborate with researchers & people with lived experience to create valuable stories to share. Please consider becoming a Dementia Connections Insider Member. Find the full articles and links to r...2022-10-1717 min
Dementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: September 19, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Today, we'll share two articles that focus on fear and dementia. Our first story is about a new short film called Theft that captures the enduring bond between father and son as they adapt to life with dementia. In our second story, we speak with Dr. Francesca Farina about her research into how stigma and fear go hand-in-hand, which leads to discrimination for those already living with dementia.As always...2022-09-1821 min
Dementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: September 1, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.We're pleased to be back after a break this summer, and have some great articles to share with you every 2 weeks this fall.In this episode we'll share an article about practical advice for care partners and people with dementia on Navigating the System, and an inspiring story about the innovative Moments Cafe, a place created expressly for people living with dementia.As always, you'll find links to related r...2022-09-0111 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: Week of May 23, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.This week we have two stories to share about the power of arts to improve the lives of people living with dementia.1) Our first story is a fascinating exploration of how an artist’s work was transformed by dementia. 2) Our second story, from our archive, is about a program called Raising the Curtain, that uses community-engaged arts practice to explore the lived experience of dementia. Register to atte...2022-05-2313 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: Week of May 16, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research news, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.This week we have two stories to share that are reported by dementia advocates.In our first story, Rose Ong, a dementia advocate living with vascular dementia, speaks with David Harvey from the Dementia Dialogue podcast.Our second story, Mitzi Murray founder of the THIRD ACTion Film Festival shares her aim to end dementia stigma through highlighting dementia-centred films.As always, you'll find the full articles and the links to related...2022-05-1610 minDementia ConnectionsAudio Articles: Week of May 9, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two new stories to share.In our first story, Pam Osbourne, shares about her experiences as an Animal Assisted Therapy Specialist supporting people living with Alzheimers disease and other dementias to connect with animals.Our second story celebrates the resilient spirit of Thea Maria as she adapts to the changes dementia brings to her life, and also describes the sensory strategies her family members employ to help her find m...2022-05-0914 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of May 2, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two stories to share about building resilience, which is an important undertaking for people living with dementia, for care partners, and for us all.In our first story, Cari Borenko, Lead of Advance Care Planning at Fraser Health discusses how we can increase our future resilience through advance care planning.In our second story, from our archive, expert coach Dr. Kozhi Sidney Makai shares the secrets to building resilience in ti...2022-05-0217 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of April 25, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two stories to share about the work of an innovative arts organization called The Bitove Method, a Toronto-based non-profit that offers arts-based classes for people living with dementia.What a Difference Relationships Make - Our first story explores how the organization creates a safe space for people living with dementia to explore creativity.Music is Life - Our second story, from our archive, is about the making of the r...2022-04-2513 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles Week of April 18, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two new stories to share:In our first story we speak with Molly Robinson who is a rising star on social media where she shares helpful advice as the Dementia Dietitian. Drawing on more than 18 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and personal experience supporting her grandmother living with Alzheimer’s disease, Robinson helps care partners and families of people living with dementia create supportive eating environments for...2022-04-1812 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of April 11, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two new stories to share:April 16th is Advance Care Planning Day in Canada, offering a reminder to think about what matters most to you and plan for your health and personal care if you ever get sick or injured and can’t speak for yourself. In our first story, Cari Borenko, ACP Lead Manager at Fraser Health Authority in British Columbia, shares 5 practical steps to get you started on...2022-04-1113 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of April 4, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two new stories to share:Did you know that most older adults are not consuming enough key nutrients to stay healthy? For our first story we explore 5 foods for healthy aging in an article based on resources develop by the Nutrition in Disguise project.In our second story this week, Samantha Norberg, a social worker and case manager with Jewish Family Services Calgary, discusses the importance of self-care for c...2022-04-0409 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of March 28Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two new stories to share: In our first story we explore how AGE Inc. is improving long-term care through Gentle Persuasive Approaches that enrich the lives of people with dementia.In our second story this week, we learn about Connected Canadians, a free technology training and support for people living with dementia.As always, you'll find the full articles and the links to related resources at DementiaConnections.ca2022-03-2815 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of March 21, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.This week we have two new stories to share:In our first story we speak with Jenafor Ryane to better understand the work of death doulas - a group of trained professionals who offer comfort and ease stress for people during their dying process and for their loved ones, as well.In our second story this week, we discuss a new support service, and research study, for Canadians living with rare or young...2022-03-2112 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of March 14, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two brand new stories to share:Did you know that March 14 to 20 is Brain Awareness Week? It's the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science and brain health. To celebrate brain week, we invited brain health expert, Dr. Andrea Wilkinson to offer some practical advice about how care partners can optimize brain health, starting today.In our second story this week, we talk with children’s a...2022-03-1409 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of March 7, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we are celebrating Music Therapy month in Canada by sharing stories about the power of music.First up is an article written by award-winning author and music therapist Jennifer Buchanan that provides insight into how music can enrich the lives of people living with dementia.For our second story this week, we revisit an article from our archive about Voices in Motion, an intergenerational choir that includes people w...2022-03-0713 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of February 28, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.This week we have two good news stories to share with you about the expansion of a collaborative, compassionate dementia care model called MINT .First up is a brand new interview with Dr. Marilyn Malone about MINT Memory clinics expanding to serve people living with dementia on Vancouver Island.For our second story this week, we revisit an interview with the MINT Memory Clinics founder, Dr. Linda Lee, that explores...2022-02-2812 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of February 21, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. February is Therapeutic Recreation awareness month, and our feature article this week is written by guest contributor Christina Webster, a Recreation Therapist who works with people living with dementia at an adult day program in Vancouver.In our second story this week, we revisit an article that describes in practical terms how we might support people living with dementia to overcome the challenges of transitioning into a post-pandemic world. While it was w...2022-02-2115 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of February 14, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Since February 14 is Valentine's day, we thought it would be a great week to share stories about love and sex and dementia.In our first story, dementia specialist and author Danuta Lipinska dismantles stereotypes about dementia, sex and wellbeing by facing the taboo topic head on.Our second story, titled A Love that Grew, was submitted by care partner Maggie-Porter-Clarke. It's very touching.As always, you'll find the ful...2022-02-1413 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of February 7, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we have two brand-new articles to share: Did you know February is National Therapeutic Recreation month? Our first story this week describes how recreation therapists can support people living with dementia and their care partners to live well.In our second story, Frances McInerney shares the story of how she worked in tandem with her mother to navigate the ups and downs of her father's journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer’s.As al...2022-02-0714 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of January 31, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we offer two 'best of' articles from 2021 that focus on examples of movement can optimize brain health, both before and after a diagnosis of dementia. We also have a bonus article about a terrific new podcast to share.In our first story, we revisit an article about how dancing can keep your brain healthy longer.In our second story, we revisit an article that explores how physical exercise ma...2022-01-3116 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of January 24, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we offer two 'best of' articles from 2021 that focus on examples of how technology-based solutions can improve care for people living with dementia.In our first story, we revisit an article about how a team at the University of Saskatchewan is making dementia care more accessible in rural communities.In our second story, we revisit an article about how free, easy-to-use, science-based, focused lessons, created by a geriatrician an...2022-01-2413 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of January 17, 2022Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we offer 2 'best of' articles from 2021 that focus on examples of meaningful engagement, illustrating the many ways we can support a person with dementia to access feelings of satisfaction, joy, and mastery, while maintaining independence and connecting with others.In our first story, we revisit an article about cognitive care kits distributed through public libraries that are helping to increase meaningful engagement and decrease stigma for people living with dementia a...2022-01-1708 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of January 10, 2022Happy New Year and welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week our feature articles focus on two examples of person-centred approaches that decrease feelings of loneliness and increase feelings of connection for older adults and people living with dementia.In our first story, we revisit an article about the Perspectives program, which brings seniors and design students together in a mutually rewarding way.In our second story, we visit Erin Mills Lodge where staff have s...2022-01-1017 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of December 6, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two great new articles to share with you!In our first story, we look inside the Sonnweid, a care home in Switzerland specifically designed to decrease feelings of loneliness and increase feelings of connection.We also speak with Dr. Brian Kaskie, a U.S. researcher aiming to deconstruct the stigma that surrounds cannabis use in the lives of older adults, including people living with dementia....2021-12-0616 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of November 29, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two great new articles to share with you!In our first story, we visit the Village in Langley - a care community where they strive to ensure the residents who live in the village have a good day every day.We also an assistive technology story to share this week: Connecting from Afar describes research involving people with dementia and telepresence robots.As always, yo...2021-11-2912 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of November 22, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two new articles to share with you, guest hosted by our editorial assistant, Jennifer Prescott.In our first story, we visit the Richmond Care Home which is a group home dedicated specifically to the care of women living with dementia.In our second story we report on a wall-mounted entertainment console, known as ABBY, that is helping to improve quality of life for people living with d...2021-11-2209 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of November 15, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two new articles to share with you that focus on the impacts of early onset dementia.In our first story, we speak with care partner Katrina Prescott, who has found that when dealing with the changes and challenges that come part and parcel with her mother’s dementia, acceptance is the key to self-preservation.For our second story we connect with advocate and author, Mary Beth Wig...2021-11-1511 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of November 8, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two new articles to share with you.In our first story, we explore the secrets to building resilience in times of adversity in an interview with Dr. Kozhi Sidney Makai, an author, behavioural scientist, performance psychologist and special duty officer in the United States Navy Reserve.For our second story we connect with a budding non-profit that aims to support LGBTQ care partners.As a...2021-11-0815 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of November 1, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two new articles to share with you.In our first story, 27 year old care partner Alex-ann Fournier shares her thoughts on the most vital elements for managing the stress and complexities of caring for a loved one with dementia. Our second story was written by guest contributor and neurologist, Dr, Daniel Potts, who shares his thoughts on considering the spiritual as a paradigm for care partnership.2021-11-0114 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of Oct. 25, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.This week we have two great new articles to share with you, guest hosted by our editorial assistant, Jennifer Prescott.In our first story, we hear about a Victoria-based woman, Brenda Brophy, who made the tough decision to remove her mother from long-term care during the COVID-19 pandemic. And in our second story, we will learn about how a team at the University of Saskatchewan is making dementia care more a...2021-10-2511 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of October 18, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.This week we've got two new articles to share with you.Our first story explores The Toronto Memory Program's promising drug trials for Alzheimer’s disease.And in our second story we report on the work of Dr. Jason Huang that is showing promising results for treating dementia with infrared light.As always, you'll find the full articles and the links to related resources at DementiaConnections.ca...2021-10-1807 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of Oct 11, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two new feature articles to share with you.Our first story explores Ibasho, a new approach by Dr. Emi Kiyota, that positions seniors, including those with dementia, as leaders in their local communities.In our second story this week talk with Mike and Carol Morrissette about how they adjusted after Mike's diagnosis of vascular dementia, and about how they live well, despite dementia.As a...2021-10-1112 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of October 4, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Guest-hosted this week by Jennifer Prescott, our Editorial Intern. We've got three new articles to share with you.In our first story, Dr. John Sloan shares insights and advice about how to identify and treat depression in people living with dementia.Second, Recreation Therapist Christine Chipman shares her tips on dealing with depression through meaningful activities.Lastly, we will learn about socially assistive robots meant to help those l...2021-10-0410 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of September 27, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. September is World Alzheimers Awareness Month and we've enjoyed shining a light on the transformative power of the arts for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia through a series of brand-new articles all month long. For our last story in the series we report on Sharing Dance, an eight-week program that helps seniors and people living with dementia channel creativity through movement.In our second story this week we...2021-09-2709 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of September 20, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia.September is World Alzheimers Awareness Month and we are excited to shine a light on the transformative power of the arts for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia through a series of brand-new articles all month long. This week we've got two brand-new articles to share with you.For our first story we explore the innovative Perspectives program, which was created by the Emily Carr University of Art + De...2021-09-2012 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of September 13, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. September is World Alzheimers Awareness Month and we are excited to shine a light on the transformative power of the arts for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia through a series of brand-new articles all month long. This week we've got two fantastic articles to share with you.In our first story we spoke to the brilliant minds behind iGericare, a free online learning portal that empowers care par...2021-09-1314 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of September 6, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got two brand-new articles to share with you.For older adults living with dementia, hopping on a stationary bike augmented with a video screen can bring a world of benefits. Our first story highlights the work of Motitech to enable meaningful activities that improve quality of life for people living in long term care communities, including those living with dementia.In our second story, we explore the A...2021-09-0609 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of August 30, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we've got three brand-new articles to share with you.A diagnosis of dementia can be overwhelming, especially if you’re still working. But it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to give it all up right away. Our first story explores options for staying on the job.In our second story, we investigate the connection between sleep apnea and dementia through new research by neurologist Dr. Mark Boulos and h...2021-08-3018 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of August 23, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. We've got two brand-new feature articles to share with you this week.Our first story explores cannabis as a potential treatment for dementia-related symptoms. It's a deep dive into current research that was put together by the learning specialist at the Alzheimer Society of Calgary.In our second story, we investigate how physical exercise can help manage stress, boost mood and improve sleep, for people living with mild cognitive impairment.2021-08-1914 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of August 16Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. We've got two great articles to share with you this week.Talking about palliative care can feel like an intimidating task, in our first story Dr. Kelli Stajduhar, a nurse and current professor at the University of Victoria’s Institute on Aging & Lifelong Health and School of Nursing explains how starting the conversation now can result in a higher quality of life for years to come.Our second story profiles a ne...2021-08-1615 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of August 9, 2021Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Sometimes, disrupting the status quo is the only way to create positive change. This week we’ll share two more articles about 'dementia disruptors' who are finding powerful ways to challenge the perception of what it means to live with dementia. In our first story Lisa Raitt, who is a care partner and a former Member of Parliament, shares in her own words about how asking for help can reduce isolation.Ou...2021-08-0909 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of August 2Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. Sometimes, disrupting the status quo is the only way to create positive change. This week we’ll share two articles about 'dementia disruptors' who are finding powerful ways to challenge the perception of what it means to live with dementia. Our first story is about Vancouver couple Ken Walker and Mark Demers who are fighting discriminatory beliefs around dementia with openness, and in the process, are entirely transparent about who they are.2021-08-0208 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of July 26Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we’ll share two articles - our first story is about creating inclusive lighting at home that can help to support independence and increase safety for people living with dementia. Our second story explores research that indicates storytelling creates connection and helps cognition.As always, you'll find the full articles and the links to related resources at DementiaConnections.caLet’s Socialize! Twitter l LinkedIn I Facebook...2021-07-2610 minDementia ConnectionsFeature Articles: Week of July 19Welcome to the Dementia Connections Podcast, where each week we share the latest research, expert advice, and stories about living well with dementia. This week we’ll share two articles - our first story is about cognitive care kits created by the Prince George Public Library that are helping to eliminate barriers for people living with dementia and their care partners. Our second story profiles the GeriActors & Friends theatre company, who have brought unique stories into the spotlight for the last 20 years.As always, you'll find the full articles and the links to relat...2021-07-2007 min