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On this episode we will talk about the One thing Every Dementia Caregiver can control. Learn more and sign up for your free training class at www.careblazers.com

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Mar 30, 2023

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We prepare dementia caregivers for success. Say goodbye to the overwhelm & struggle and learn the real tips, strategies, and solutions that help make dementia caregiving easier. With board certified geropsychologist, Dr. Natali Edmonds Sign up for a free training on How To Care For A Loved One With Dementia- Without the Overwhelm, Dread, and Confusion

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BONUS: What Kind of Caregiver Do You Want to Be?: Most people who care for someone with dementia like Alzheimer’s disease never think about this when they think about dementia care planning- how do YOU want to show up in caregiving. We sometimes just wait to see what the person with dementia does,... by Dementia Careblazers
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How to Feel Better: If you needed surgery, would you want it done by a surgeon who lives on coffee, hasn't slept for a week, and has an overflowing waiting room? Probably not. The same is true for caregivers who provide dementia care. If they are over-taxed,... by Dementia Careblazers
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What To Do About Denial: Many people with dementia look like they have denial when they actually have something called anonosognosia. Anosognosia means total lack of awareness and it means that there is no amount of evidence, convincing, or reasonsing that will ever get them... by Dementia Careblazers
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What Makes Caregiving Easier: Dementia caregiving is HARD…but this common response makes caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy Body Dementia, Vascular Dementia so much harder. This video will share how one small tweak can make caregiving easier for you. In... by Dementia Careblazers
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What Is Neuropsych Testing? Is It Necessary?: Neuropsychological testing is a series of tests designed to determine how somebody's brain functions across the different regions of the brain. Different types of dementia present differently. Determining how a person responds to different... by Dementia Careblazers
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Managing Caregiver Guilt: In this episode, we are talking about caregiver guilt. I get messages every day from amazing Careblazers who feel so guilty for something they said or something they've done. They might tell me they snapped back at their loved one. They may have lost... by Dementia Careblazers
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What's The ONE Thing Every Successful Caregiver Notices?: As we step into a new month, we're excited to introduce our latest series, centered around the traits of amazing and successful Careblazers. If you want to learn the most effective way to get a positive response as a caregiver, then this episode is a... by Dementia Careblazers
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The Words You Use In Caregiving: The words you use or don't use can impact whether or not the person with dementia is agreeable to what you are offering. In this episode I break down the reason words are so important and give you ideas for how you can start to change how you refer to... by Dementia Careblazers
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Dementia Don’ts: Did you know there are 3 things you should never do with your loved one with dementia? One of the reasons this journey can be so complex and challenging is that the person with dementia, especially in the early stages, looks so much like their normal,... by Dementia Careblazers
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The Secrets to Dementia Prevention: ? ? Welcome back, Careblazers! As we dive into the new year, health is at the forefront of many minds. In this eye-opening podcast, I reveal the number one biggest risk factor for developing dementia and share five research-backed strategies to... by Dementia Careblazers
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This Is What The Most Successful Caregivers Ask: As we step into a new month, we're excited to introduce our latest series, that's centered around the traits of amazing and successful Careblazers. Tune in as we explore this topic by sharing a set of insightful questions that caregivers can ask... by Dementia Careblazers
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6 Important Reasons You Need To Know If Your Loved One Has Dementia: If your loved one has dementia, you need to know. This episode goes over 6 important reasons knowing your loved one has dementia can help make caregiving an easier experience for you. Links referenced in this episode include: Why a dementia... by Dementia Careblazers
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Behavior Blocking: One of the biggest blocks to changing challenging dementia behaviors that don't make sense to us is labeling them. For example, say your mom won't bathe, sometimes for weeks. This behavior doesn't make sense to you, but no matter how much you... by Dementia Careblazers
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Respite Care: What is It + How It Can Help: Respite care can be a valubale resource for dementia caregivers. In this episode, we talk about what it is and how you can get it. To learn more about Dementia Careblazers you can go to To sign up for a FREE Class on How To Care For... by Dementia Careblazers
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Caregivers, Stop Closing Yourself Off From Help: In the month of April, we are talking about Controversial and Unpopular dementia caregiving topics. Tune in and listen as I tackle this week's controversial topic: How asking the question, "Have you ever cared for somebody with dementia?" might be... by Dementia Careblazers
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You Do NOT Want To Be In This Dementia Care Group ?: As a caregiver, providing care to a loved one with dementia can be a demanding experience. By adopting this proactive mindset, caregivers can transform their caregiving experience and find joy and fulfillment in caring for their loved ones with... by Dementia Careblazers
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Loneliness Increases Dementia Risk by 60%: It IS possible to reduce your risk for dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, lewy body dementia, etc. A 2021 study based out of Japan showed that older adults who had emotional loneliness were 60% more likely to develop... by Dementia Careblazers
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Using Balanced Thinking To Overcome Caregiving Challenges: Sometimes, our minds get caught up in imagining the worst-case scenarios, filling us with stress and worry (especially when caring for our loved ones with dementia). But what if I told you that these thoughts are simply stories we make up? If you'd... by Dementia Careblazers
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How Do you Know When Thinking Is Impaired?: On this episode, I share what it means to be impaired on neuropsychological testing and why a basic score on any test isn't enough to know if someone has dementia. Neuropsychological testing is extremely important in assessing for dementia and this is... by Dementia Careblazers
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What is Frontotemporal Dementia?: Bruce Willis was recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and there are a lot of questions about this diagnosis and how it differs from Alzheimer's disease. This is an audio clip from a YouTube video I did going over this diagnosis in... by Dementia Careblazers
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Reasons A Dementia Diagnosis May Be Delayed: Some people suspect there loved one may have dementia, but they may not actually have a diagnosis or they may find themselves struggling to get the testing done to determine if the diagnosis is present. This episode covers 3 common reasons someone... by Dementia Careblazers
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Are They Happy?: Flat affect is a common symptom in dementia such as alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease dementia. It can also happen in other diseases such as Schizophrenia and depression. It makes it really difficult to know if someone with dementia is... by Dementia Careblazers
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You As A Caregiver: In this episode I share a very important question for you to think about. Your answer to this question can lead to a much more enjoyable and pleasant caregiving experience. To learn more about Dementia Careblazers and sign up for a free... by Dementia Careblazers
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Dementia Care: What Is A Placement Agent: Looking for the right care facility for your loved one can be overwhelming. Learn how placement agents can help you find the perfect match within your budget and needs. Discover the benefits of working with a placement agent in this informative video!... by Dementia Careblazers
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Dementia, Anger, and You: Get ready for a mind-blowing tip, Careblazer! We're tackling the anger puzzle in dementia caregiving. Find out how a simple action can save your sanity and keep your loved one calm. If you'd like to see this episode on video, you can hop on over to my... by Dementia Careblazers
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Your Next Reaction: On this episode we will talk about the One thing Every Dementia Caregiver can control. Learn more and sign up for your free training class at by Dementia Careblazers
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Revolutionizing Dementia Care with Mac McDermott: It’s our mission to make dementia caregiving easier for families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia, lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, or any other type of dementia. We believe that in order to create a... by Dementia Careblazers
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4 Steps To Feel Better #Dementia: In this podcast, I share four steps to feeling better as a dementia caregiver. If you'd like to join us for the live class series on how to feel better, you can click here to learn more: If you'd like to see this episode on video, you can hop on over... by Dementia Careblazers
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