Resources

Dementia & Alzheimer’s

Conversations about Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, brain health, cognitive changes, caregiving, and supporting loved ones as needs change. Guests discuss research, practical care considerations, and ways to better understand the experiences of people living with dementia and their families.

Embrace Their Reality: How Rachael Wonderlin Is Transforming Dementia Care with Rachael Wonderlin

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Rachael Wonderlin discusses “Embracing Their Reality” and answers important questions on dementia care.

Good for: Loved ones with dementia, and anyone who wants to learn more about supporting someone living with dementia.

Understanding Dementia with Krista Montague

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Krista Montague discusses how dementia affects one's brain, some "challenging behaviors" exhibited by individuals living with dementia, common frustrations caregivers experience, and 3 things every caregiver should know.

Good for: People living with dementia, family caregivers, friends, and anyone seeking reliable context about Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive health, and caregiving.

The Benefits of Incorporate Music Therapy in Dementia Care with Tara Jenkins

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Tara Jenkins discusses the power of music with older adults, specifically the impact music therapy can make in dementia care.

Good for: People interested in Alzheimer’s research and brain health, older adults, caregivers, and families looking for evidence-informed prevention context.

Caring for the Caregiver: Overcoming Challenges with Community and Resources with Carrie Aalberts

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Carrie unpacks the reality behind caregiving, mental health, and the thoughts no one says out loud.

Good for: Family caregivers, friends, and anyone seeking reliable context about Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive health, and caregiving.

How Cognitive Assessments Can Lead to Early Detection of Cognitive Impairment with Tom O'Neill

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Tom explores the significance of cognitive assessments in early detection and understanding how these assessments can be a game-changer in identifying cognitive impairment.

Good for: Anyone with a family history of dementia, or seeking reliable context about early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive health.

Can Nutrition Help Protect Brain Health? Alzheimer’s Research with Dr. John Lewis

In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, Dr. John Lewis discusses decades of Alzheimer’s research, the role of inflammation, immune health, and nutrition, and why polysaccharides found in plants have become a major focus of his work.