As we conclude a year of Creating Dementia Solutions episodes for caregivers, we bring some additional thoughts. Miles for Memories volunteer Connie Skidmore – having been a caregiver for her husband for several years – imparts some additional thoughts (and...
This time on Creating Dementia Solutions, we focus on a program which can potentially help folks displaying early signs of dementia. But, it really can help any senior who is, perhaps, shut-in and/or lacking social interaction. Pat Fosdick sits down and discusses the...
Folks with dementia who have enjoyed traveling – or even somewhat local excursions – can continue to participate in those adventures for some time. However, caregivers should give some thought to adjusting the routines in doing so. That's the word from Miles for...
In this special double-episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, founder and lead volunteer Sherii Sherban joins Richard to discuss the idea of dementia prevention. Imagine that a significant portion of dementia cases could be delayed – or even prevented – by targeting...
Miles for Memories volunteers Sherii Sherban and Cassandra Lucas-Moore discuss two events coming in October 2024. One of them is a familiar favorite meant to help inspire movement – a bit part of the Miles for Memories mission. The other mixes food and fun,...
Those living with dementia – and their caregivers – will very likely encounter a time when adherence to prescribed medications becomes a challenge. Perhaps it's remembering what to take when, if a medication has actually been taken, or if it's actually working. Ali...
Those caregiving for an individual with dementia can attest: Sometimes their behavior is challenging. As we learn in this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, sometimes that behavior isn't meant to be a problem. In fact, it might be really all about something else....
It's a question that is asked frequently: Could a person have a genetic predisposition to dementia? In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, Miles for Memories Founder Sherii Sherban talks about her own family history with dementia – and what she sees as an...
Are there things caregivers and others should keep in mind that might make communicating with a person living with dementia easier? Miles for Memories volunteer Michelle Lennon with Elara Caring tells us there definitely are. Click to hear what they are. Episode...
In this episode of Creating Dementia Solutions, we asked Amber Duncan – a Miles for Memories volunteer with Northpointe Woods in Battle Creek – to talk about the benefits of respite care. It's about you, caregivers, and making sure you are getting the support you...
