Peace with Dementia Podcast

Matt Estrade

Peace with Dementia is a podcast for persons living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on practical tips and exploring current research. Matt encourages listeners to share what they hear on the show with their medical team and collaborate on care strategies. Together, we can create “Peace with Dementia.”

Episodes

PWDP Ep 35: Traveling Well with Dementia with Jan Dougherty

Matt visits with nurse and author Jan Dougherty for travel strategies when dementia impacts a family. Visit the Show notes: http://bit.ly/Ep_35_Travel

Jan 26, 2021

36 min

PWDP Ep 34: The Dementia Driving Assessment with Larry Forest, OT

Are you wondering about what objective driving assessment is available to test your loved one's abilities? Sometimes it takes such an assessment to help him or her see their limitations. Join Matt and Larry as they discuss this option to driving retirement. Show notes: http://bit.ly/Ep_34_Driving

Dec 22, 2020

28 min

PWDP Ep 33: Making Sense of Power of Attorney with Lee Rand, JD

Matthew sits down with Lee Rand to discuss the ins & outs of the power of attorney legal instrument, using a handful of useful scenarios. Show notes: http://bit.ly/Ep_33_Attorney

Oct 27, 2020

35 min

PWDP Ep 32: Benefits of Religion and Spirituality For Families Experiencing Dementia

This episode features a February 27, 2019 talk by Matt Estrade at the annual caregiver conference for Alzheimer's Services of the Capital Area regarding Benefits of Religion and Spirituality For Families Experiencing Dementia. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/Ep_32_ASCA

Apr 20, 2020

1 hr 11 min

PWDP Ep 31: Connecting with Music - Ken Keene, Jr. of The Journey with ToughKenaMan

Matt chats with Ken Keene, Jr. of the The Journey with ToughKenaMan on YouTube and 2019 recipient of Dementia Society of America's Ginny Gives Grant to produce a music video. Show notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP_Ep_31

Feb 24, 2020

32 min

PWDP Ep 30: Crushing the Stigma of Dementia with Michael Ellenbogen

Matt chats with Michael Ellenbogen, an international advocate living with dementia about his mission to fight the stigma and assumptions of dementia, especially of what he can teach medical providers. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/30_CrushingStigma

Oct 16, 2019

32 min

PWDP Ep 29: Hurricane Preparedness & Dementia Part III: A Loved One in Facility

What if you have a loved one in a facility as a storm is approaching? Listen to Matt and Amy discuss what you need to know before choosing a facility and what to expect as a hurricane threatens. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/29_Hurricane_Prep

Sep 10, 2019

19 min

PWDP Ep 28: Hurricane Preparedness & Dementia Series Part II: 9 Tips for Sheltering in Place

Depending on storm conditions, it may be best to stay home, also known as 'sheltering in place.' If you have a loved one living with dementia, you will want to be prepared by listening to my conversation with nurse Amy Avery. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/28_Hurricane_Prep

Aug 27, 2019

18 min

PWDP Ep 27: Hurricane Preparedness & Dementia Series Part I: 11 Tips for Evacuating

It's certainly a challenge to evacuate for a hurricane. Imagine having to evacuate with a loved one living with dementia. Find some valuable tips as we interview Amy Avery on the top tips. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP_27_Hurricane_Prep

Aug 13, 2019

19 min

PWDP Ep 26: Taking Your Brain for a Test Drive

Matt sits down with Dr. John Sawyer of Ochsner Health System to discuss aspects of cognitive testing to detect what is going on with your brain. Show Notes: http://bit.ly/PWDP26

Sep 28, 2018

24 min