When Dementia Tests the Bonds of Marriage with Debra Tann, Ed.D

Do you want to gain a deeper understanding of the impact of dementia on marriages? If you’re seeking practical guidance and emotional resilience in this area, discover solutions to help you navigate this challenging journey in this replay of an enlightening Books & Chit Chat discussion with Debra Tann, Ed.D. In this episode, you will be able to: Understand the ins and outs of dementia care to enhance your caregiving skills and provide better support.Gain insight into navigating the journey of dementia diagnosis to feel more empowered and informed.Explore the impact of dementia on marriages to build resilience and find ways to strengthen relationships.Implement effective care strategies for frontotemporal dementia, enhancing the quality of life for your loved one.Learn how to address racial disparities in dementia care to create a more inclusive and equitable support system. Our special guest is Debra Tann, Ed.D, the CEO of Reminiscent, who brings a vibrant blend of experience to the field of dementia education. Her journey into this space began with a career in education and a keen eye for behavioral changes in her husband, ultimately leading to a diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD). As a certified dementia educator and author of “The Race of Dementia,” Debra’s expertise offers caregivers practical guidance and emotional resilience, drawing from her own lived experiences. Her compassionate approach and dedication to enhancing caregiving skills make her a valuable resource for those navigating the complexities of dementia care. Books & Chit Chat is a partnership with Aging and Amazing to bring authors and readers together to share stories and discuss the multiple facets of dementia care. After the Podcast Purchase “The Race of Dementia” Read Debra’s AlzAuthors blog post Visit Debra’s website: Debra On Dementia Learn more about the Moderators Marianne Sciucco Christy Byrne Yates Learn more about Aging & Amazing Sign up for the book club About the Podcast AlzAuthors is the global community of authors writing about Alzheimer’s and dementia from personal experience to light the way for others. Our podcast introduces you to our authors who share their stories and insights to provide knowledge, comfort, and support. Please subscribe so you don’t miss a word. If our authors’ stories move you, please leave a review. And don’t forget to share our podcast with family and friends on their own dementia journeys. We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization totally reliant on donations to do what we do. Your generosity will help cover our many operating costs, which include website hosting and maintenance fees, service charges to keep things running smoothly, and marketing expenses to promote our authors, expand our content, improve our reach, and more. Our ongoing work supports our mission to lift the silence and stigma of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. To sustain our efforts please donate here. Ideas and opinions expressed in this podcast belong to the speakers and not AlzAuthors. Always consult your healthcare provider and legal and financial consultants for advice on any of the topics covered here. Thanks for listening. We are a Whole Care Network Featured Podcast Proud to be on The Health Podcast Network Find us on The World Podcast Network and babyboomer.org Want to be on the podcast? Here’s what you need to know We’ve got merch! Shop our Store

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