Mary Jo Belmont Shares Her Dementia Journey To Help You
Sharing Her Dementia Journey To Help You Lori La Bey talks with Mary Jo Belmont, who, at the age of 74, wrote and self-published her first book, Our Dementia Journey and Beyond, curated from the journals she kept while caring for her husband, Jack, for 50+ years. He passed on September 18, 2021, from Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and Alzheimer’s dementia. She decided to write the book to educate people about dementia and help caregivers as they travel the dementia journey with their loved one. Learn: Did Journaling help Mary Jo Belmont during her dementia caregiving experience? Why was it important for Mary Jo to write her book? In Mary Jo’s book called Our Dementia Journey and Beyond, what exactly is the section called “Beyond,” and why did she include it in her book? Examples of how Mary Jo lived in Jack’s dementia world. Mary Jo mentions her faith in Jesus throughout her book. Find out some of the examples of the times she felt God was by her side. In the book, there is a section called “My Toolbox for Caregivers,” learn what Mary Jo felt were some of the most important tools for her. Alzheimer's Speaks Blog Article https://alzheimersspeaks.com/one-caregiver-shares-her-dementia-journey-to-help-others/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/7yIyuXJaG1E Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mary-jo-belmont-shares-her-dementia-journey-to-help-you/id986940432?i=1000723015543 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/445CtorHgKF2wqQ3mf7gpN Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/8/22/sharing-her-dementia-journey-to-help-you Contact Mary Jo Belmont Email Books can be ordered from Amazon, any bookstore, or a library supplied by Ingram. Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Innerhive: Supporting families with organization and emotional support
Innerhive: Supporting families with organization and emotional support Lori La Bey talks with Crystal Gallo is the founder of Innerhive. She has spent the past 15 years leading technical teams and growing software development companies. Crystal is a learner at the core and passionate about leveraging technology to solve difficult problems. Inspired by her personal journey and those on her team, Innerhive was founded with the vision to transform how we care for one another and end caregiver burnout. Learn: What are the biggest challenges for families navigating care in today's market? How are people handling or coping when caring for others? How is Innerhive changing the experience for families, both in how they get organized and find emotional support? What are some key features of Innerhive, and how do these assist families to care better? Can Innerhive reduce the stress families and friends experience when caring? How can our audience take advantage of a free trial offer to experience all key features of Innerhive? How can our audience access and find support with Innerhive? Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/tdG9JowKVVU Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/innerhive-supporting-families-with-organization/id986940432?i=1000722617809 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/74YqDh2VBrDmQbRpRFXLb1 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Blog Post https://alzheimersspeaks.com/blog/ Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/7/29/innerhive-supporting-families-with-organization-and-emotional-support Contact Innverhive Email LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/innerhive/ Website https://www.innerhive.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helloinnerhive/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/helloinnerhive Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network. Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Assisting Black Families Navigate Uncertainties And Fears Associated With Dementia
Assisting Black Families Navigate Uncertainties And Fears Associated With Dementia Lori La Bey talks with Donna Salaam, who works at The Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging, located in Cleveland, Ohio, which is a prominent research organization that conducts state-of-the-art research to develop & deliver innovative, high-quality solutions to advance supports of older adults on the aging journey. Donna has a strong passion for helping those with dementia and takes pleasure in collaborating with the aging population. Today, Donna will discuss the SHARE Program and provide insights into how it can assist Black families in navigating the uncertainties and fears associated with a dementia diagnosis. Learn: Why is it important to reach out to the black families about dementia? Who is involved in the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging Study? What is SHARE for Dementia, and what does it stand for? Why is it so important for families to ask for help? What are some of the recent treatment advances? What should people understand about being a caregiver, and why is it so important that they take care of themselves too? What resources are available for people living with dementia? Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/assisting-black-families-navigate-uncertainties-and-fears-associated-with-dementia/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/pSZNDaRyJ3I Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/assisting-black-families-navigate-uncertainties-and/id986940432?i=1000716793222 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1FbGSqqa7GWPMnHMkFUBca Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/7/10/assisting-black-families-navigate-uncertainties-and-fears-associated-with-dementia Contact Donna Salaam Website https://www.benrose.org Phone (216) 373-1747 Email Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Authors Discuss The Answers To The Most Common Caregiver Questions
Authors Discuss The Answers To The Most Common Caregiver Questions Lori La Bey talks with Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., a Philadelphia area-based clinical psychologist, healthcare consultant, and author or co-author of three self-help books for family caregivers, as well as a columnist on caregiving on the AARP website. Joining them is Barry’s wife, Julia L. Mayer, Psy.D., is a Philadelphia area-based clinical consultant, author, and co-host of the podcast Shrinks on Third about psychology and social justice. During their 35 years of marriage, Barry and Julia were caregivers over a nine-year period for Julia's father and Barry's mother with vascular dementia and Barry's stepfather with Alzheimer's disease. Their just-published book is The AARP Caregiver Answer Book, a book-length FAQ with the answers to nearly 150 questions that caregivers commonly ask. Learn: Find out what led Barry and Julia to focus on the needs of caregivers. How did caregiving affect their marriage? How did their children, who were teenagers at the time, respond to the caregiving situation? Why do so many people caring for loved ones with dementia avoid the label "caregiver"? Why are people so often reluctant to use caregiver support services? Are there specific tips you have for shielding marriage from the all-consuming demands of dementia caregiving? Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/authors-discuss-the-answers-to-the-most-common-caregiver-questions/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/QPSTOu0pmB0 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/authors-discuss-the-answers-to-the-most-common/id986940432?i=1000716439178 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HW6i8EYXR6mEYNYC14Mwq Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/7/8/authors-discuss-the-answers-to-the-most-common-caregiver-questions Contact Barry J. Jacobs & Julia L. Mayer Website https://CaregiverAnswerBook.com Purchase The Book On Amazon Instagram @julmayer23 Facebook @Julia Mayer @DrBarryJJacobs Twitter/X @JuliaLMayer23 @drbarryjjacobs LinkedIn @Barry Jacobs @Julie-Mayer Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Heart Remembers
The Heart Remembers Lori La Bey talks with Mary Underwood, who has worked as a social worker for over 35 years. She founded Empowermentia and just launched her first book, The Heart Remembers: Touching Lessons from the Dementia Journey. Learn: What was the inspiration behind Mary’s book? Why did Mary decide on storytelling for your book format? How is Mary’s book different from other books out there, and how can it help you? Learn about Mary’s company, Empowermentia, and what it can offer you as an individual and a company. Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog https://alzheimersspeaks.com/the-heart-remembers/ Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/VeFWvToRg9I Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-heart-remembers/id986940432?i=1000715578464 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer’s Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/02OWZS6CPtJr2Jl1xjYct9 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432 Dementia Map https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/7/3/the-heart-remembers Contact Mary Underwood Website https://empowermentia.com/ Email Amazon Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mary.m.underwood.3 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-moynihan-underwood-she-her-19047912/ Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world, one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites, since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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