Desperately Seeking Senior Living

Overmedication, Care Transitions, and Becoming the Caregiver with Dr. DeLon Canterbury - Ep 51

A couple of weeks ago we talked with Dr. DeLon Canterbury about over medication in seniors… I was really taken by Dr. DeLon’s personal story so I asked him to come back on the show…. today he shares the story of his grandmother who was over medicated in a care setting causing a very difficult journey for her and their entire family…. Listen in as Dr. DeLon Shares the inspiration for his company GeriatRX…his grandma.
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From Pets to Pot, What Not to Bring to Senior Living - EP 50

Your parents really need more assistance but getting them to leave their home…their two huge dogs…cats and birds? Well that’s going to be a challenge! Sometimes the obstacles to moving into a senior living community or an adult family home....weren’t what you were expecting!
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Is Your Loved One Overmedicated? with Dr. DeLon Canterbury - Ep 49

How many medications is your loved one on? 10, 20, 30? If it's more than 5 it may be too many!!! Are they experiencing new confusion? Falls? Are med reviews a quick 5 minute..."Are you still taking these meds?" If you answered yes to any of these, DON'T MISS this episode! We're talking with Dr. DeLon Canterbury with GeriatRx, a company dedicated to helping seniors reduce medications they don't need!
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Asked to Move Out of Assisted Living Due to Memory Loss - Now What? - Ep 48

No one wants to get that phone call from their Assisted Living. The one where they say....."We need to talk about your Mom." Many times those living in Assisted Living may develop memory loss making it impossible to continue living in that environment. Moving is a big deal!! What can you do to help buy some time while you look for Memory Care?
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Can Assisted Living Work for Someone with Alzheimer’s? - Ep 47

Have you toured a memory care community and thought there was absolutely NO WAY you would ever move your mom "IN THERE"! Well....you are not alone. Many families find that the memory care communities they tour have resident who are way more advanced than their loved one. So today...we're taking a look at 5 questions to ask yourself if you'r considering Assisted Living for your loved one who has Alzheimer's. Check out the 5 questions plus a bonus question in our Doable Download!
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Early Alzheimer’s and Refusing Help with Jennifer Fink - Ep 46

Do you have one parent with Alzheimer’s and the other one, their spouse… just won’t accept any help? Do you wonder if you’re going to get Alzheimer's too? I’m so excited to welcome Jennifer Fink….host of the Fading Memories Podcast…helping families and caregivers through their Alzheimer’s journey… today Jen is sharing her story.
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Denial, Therapeutic Lying and Transitional Trauma with Jodi - Ep 45

How do you get your loved one help when they insist they don't need it? What are some signs that it's time to make some really tough decisions about moving?
We're excited to welcome back Jodie Condie Finney, DPT and Co-Founder/Director of the Caregiver Club to share her family's story of her mom's journey through Alzheimer's.
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Legacy Songwriting for Families Facing Dementia with Hannah Pyett - Ep 44

Ever wished you took more pictures or asked ore questions before your loved one passed? Do you think about your own legacy and what you want your loved one's to know about you? This week Music Therapist, Hannah Pyett with Chords of Compassion is back! We're exploring leaving a legacy through SONGWRITING! Don't worry...you don't even have to carry a tune!
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