Empowering Families Caring for Loved Ones with Alzheimer's - Lori Aden and Sheila Parsley

Lori Aden and Sheila Parsley are two incredible women who have taken their personal experiences as caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer's and turned them into a powerful tool for support and understanding. Through their series of children's books, Lori and Sheila have found a unique way to address the complexities of Alzheimer's disease in a relatable and compassionate manner. With whimsical dragon characters and heartfelt storytelling, they guide children through the different stages of the disease, helping them understand and cope with the changes they may witness in their loved ones. Their books not only provide comfort and reassurance to children but also offer a valuable resource for caregivers who may be searching for ways to explain Alzheimer's to their young ones. Lori and Sheila's journey as caregivers and authors has allowed them to build a deep understanding of the challenges and emotions faced by those caring for someone with Alzheimer's. Their dedication to supporting others in similar situations is truly inspiring. Lori has also written a book called, “I Remember Me - The Mom Chronicles, which is a memoir of her time caring for her mother. She started with a Facebook thread for family that grew by leaps and bounds when family and friends asked to add others who were on a similar journey.  In this conversation you’ll hear from both sisters about their struggles, and ultimately how this journey brought them closer together culminating in a delightful and touching resource for families. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover practical strategies for explaining Alzheimer's to children in a sensitive manner.Learn strategies for children to adapt to the changes in loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia.Hear about strategies such as baby dolls for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.Learn about the financial strains experienced by caregivers.Explore the importance of community resources in Alzheimer's care, discovering how local support services and organizations can provide much needed assistance and a sense of community for both caregivers and those with Alzheimer's. website: http://irememberme.life  o  I Remember Me – The Mom Chronicles o   Grandma is Acting Funny – A Children’s View of Alzheimer's o   Grandpa is Acting Funny – A Children’s View of Alzheimer's  You can also hear Lori Aden read from the children’s series on the “Poetry for the Dementia Journey,” episode of Untangling Alzheimer’s & Dementia” Podcast  Listen Books by Loria Aden and Lori Aden & Sheila Parsley By Lori Aden I Remember Me - The Mom Chronicles: An Alzheimer's Journey Sharing Lessons Learned and Challenges Conquered as a Caregiver Category: Memoir, Caring for a Mother with Alz Link: https://amzn.to/3t4otaM By Lori Aden and Sheila Parsley Grandma is Acting Funny - Beginning Stage: A Children's View of Alzheimer's Category: Children’s Books Link: https://amzn.to/46famRR Grandma is Acting Funny - the Middle Stage: A Children's View of Alzheimer's Category: Children’s Books Link: https://amzn.to/3QzkVcB Grandma is Acting Funny - the Late Stage: A Children's View of Alzheimer's Category: Children’s Link: https://amzn.to/3u9H4Xf Grandpa is Acting Funny - the Beginning Stage: A Children's View of Alzheimer's Link: https://amzn.to/3QE6nrZ Grandpa is Acting Funny - the Middle Stage: A Children's View of Alzheimer's Link: https://amzn.to/3SDbFXo Grandpa is Acting Funny - the Late Stage: A Children's View of Alzheimer's Link: https://amzn.to/3QwxPYO Baby Doll and Pet Doll Therapy Lori and Sheila referred to a Baby Doll that their mother loved. Baby Doll and Robotic Pet Therapy is often used for comfort for those with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Here are some links for both. They recommend NOT using all the accessories with the dolls. Toy Choi's 16 in Interactive Baby Doll Lissi Doll New York Doll Collection Robotic Pets

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Welcome to the AlzAuthors podcast! We’re so glad you found us. We are the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer's and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Join us as one of our authors shares their dementia journey, revealing intimate details and painfully obtained knowledge to help others currently on this path. We hope our stories offer comfort and support as we strive to break the silence and stigma surrounding a dementia diagnosis. May one of our authors speak to your experience. For more info please visit https://alzauthors.com. Featuring Marianne Sciucco, RN Podcast producer and host Marianne Sciucco is a co-founder and director at AlzAuthors and a registered nurse who cared for hundreds of dementia patients over a 20-year career. She provided care to her stepfather during his dementia journey and witnessed the painful decline of four beloved aunts to the disease. Her novel, "Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer’s love story," is based on a couple she met through her work and is a testament to the power of love in the face of this heart-wrenching disease. Learn more about Marianne at AlzAuthors.com. Purchase "Blue Hydrangeas" Featuring Christy Byrne Yates, M.S., LEP Christy is a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP), retired school psychologist, author, speaker and coach/consultant. Her book, “Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation” recounts her journey as a working mother of two who also managed the care of her parents, both of whom had some form of dementia. Combining her lived experience with her professional expertise in human development, wellness and a strengths based approach to finding solutions, Christy develops content, workshops and coaching to support Sandwiched families. She incorporates meditation, mindfulness and other evidence based mind/body practices into her work. She’s worked with care communities, financial professionals, estate planners and employers. Christy has a master’s degree in counseling psychology, and graduate credentials in both education and school psychology. Learn more about Christy at AlzAuthors.com. AlzAuthors is an Amazon Affiliate and may receive a small commission on book sales at no cost to you.