Category: Dementia Resources

Author: CHARLIE JOHNSON, CREATIVE PROJECT COORDINATOR

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast, Charlie and Elizabeth discuss dolls and robotic pets in the world of dementia. This podcast offers support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.

Episode ten, Dolls in the Neighborhood

By Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast is available at the following Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mMbtZ6h4kA3jBPNIld5oA?si=4dce8a0df4804fc3

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Our Podcast isn’t medical advice but aims to provide support to caregivers and their loved ones.

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73. Vision Changes in Dementia

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri. Elizabeth and Charlie help us understand “Vision Changes in Dementia” and how the brain processes visual information. The visual challenges people with dementia face are also discussed. Join […]

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Wandering and Hoarding in Dementia – Thoughtful Connections Ep. 72

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri. Charlie and Elizabeth discuss “Wandering and Hoarding” as it relates to dementia care. The possible causes for each are explained as are supportive caregiver responses. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified […]

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