What The Dementia
Episodes
A Gift for You & Your Partner with Dementia
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we have a special announcement — our 2025 Holiday Giveaway for dementia caregivers and their partners. G...
171 | Managing Food Pocketing in Dementia
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss practical ways caregivers can help manage food pocketing in dementia, including safety tip...
170 | Understanding Food Pocketing in Dementia
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss what food pocketing is, why it may happen in people living with dementia, and why it’s i...
169 | 5 Simple Ways to Make Your Home Safer for Someone with Dementia
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss 5 simple yet effective ways to make your home safer for a partner living with dementia. Th...
168 | Bed Rails for People with Dementia
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the use of bed rails from a fall-prevention perspective, including when they may be helpfu...
167 | "I Yelled at My Partner with Dementia — Oops!"
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss why caregivers sometimes lose their cool and yell at their partner living with dementia, e...
166 | "Am I a Bad Person if I Put My Partner with Dementia in a Nursing Home?"
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the often difficult and emotional decision of placing a partner with dementia in a care fa...
165 | What If You’re Hospitalized? A Dementia Caregiver’s Plan
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss what every dementia caregiver should consider if they ever need to be hospitalized—wheth...
164 | "I'm Failing as a Dementia Caregiver — My Partner Fell!"
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the difficult emotions caregivers may feel after a partner with dementia experiences a fal...
163 | "They Forgot My Birthday, Our Anniversary" — Special Days Erased By Dementia
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss what to do when your partner with dementia forgets your birthday or anniversary. You'l...
162 | The Day No One Will Have Dementia! Does it Exist?
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether a future without dementia is truly possible. While some believe a cure is on the h...
161 | Reversing Alzheimer's: Join Our Book Club!
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss an upcoming 5-week asynchronous book club hosted by Bambu Care in their free support commu...
160 | Can Activities Really Slow Dementia Progression?
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether activities can help delay the progression of dementia. Plus, you will learn about ...
159 | Supporting Dementia Caregivers: New Resources, Treehouse Releases, & Book Club
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
158 | Navigating Curiosity vs. Worry in Dementia Care
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we explore the balance between curiosity and worry in dementia care. How do you stay informed without feel...
157 | Are people with dementia suffering?
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether people with dementia are suffering. This complex and sensitive topic explores how ...
156 | 4 Things I Would Do After A Dementia Diagnosis
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, our host, Bre’anna, shares four personal steps she would take after a dementia diagnosis. Bre’anna’s...
155 | Should you tell others about a dementia diagnosis?
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether to tell others about a dementia diagnosis and how to navigate this sensitive decis...
154 | What Scares Me About Getting Dementia
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the personal fears surrounding a potential dementia diagnosis. Through personal insights, ...
153 | 2025: Dementia Care in the New Year with Bambu
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a look into what you can expect from Bambu Care in 2025 to help support your dementia care journey...
152 | 2024: A Year in Dementia Care with Bambu
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a walk down the 2024 memory lane of all things Bambu Care and how we were able to serve dementia c...
151 | The Ugly Side of Hallucinations and Delusion in Dementia
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the challenges of managing hallucinations and delusions in dementia care. You’ll learn a...
150 | Housekeeping: Hallucinations Webinar, Holiday Gift Guide, & Black Friday Deals
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
149 | Capgras Syndrome in Dementia – Is that really you?
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss Capgras Syndrome, a rare but challenging delusion in which people with dementia believe th...
148 | Prosopagnosia in Dementia (Face Blindness)
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss prosopagnosia, also known as "face blindness," and how it affects some people with dementi...
147 | Antipsychotics for Lewy Body Dementia – What Are the Risks?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the use of antipsychotic medications for people with Lewy body dementia. This episode wil...
146 | Parkinson's Disease Dementia — The 1-Year Rule
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss Parkinson's Disease Dementia, a form of Lewy Body Dementia. This episode will cover: — ...
145 | Understanding and Managing Wandering in Dementia
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the important topic of wandering in dementia care. This episode provides an insightful int...
144 | You Don’t Need to Entertain Someone with Dementia 24/7
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the common misconception that caregivers must provide 24/7 entertainment for their loved o...
143 | Housekeeping: New Mini Course – Tackling Toileting Challenges in Dementia Care
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
142 | Am I being selfish as a dementia caregiver? Probably!
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the complex topic of being selfish as a dementia caregiver. We'll explore what it trul...
141 | "I don't like my person with dementia anymore!" — What do I do?
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we explore the difficult emotions caregivers often face when they start feeling disconnected or resentful ...
140 | Understanding the CMS GUIDE Model: Updates for Dementia Caregivers
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the CMS Innovation Center's GUIDE Model, an 8-year voluntary program designed to impro...
139 | Engagement vs. A Quiet Life in Dementia Care
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the balance between engagement and a quiet life for individuals with dementia. This topic ...
138 | Managing Frequent Bathroom Trips and Long Toilet Times in Dementia Care
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss how to address frequent trips to the toilet and long sitting times for people with dementi...
137 | Housekeeping: Resource Guide Offer, Upcoming Mini Course, & Year Round Puzzles!
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
136 | Is Dementia Contagious? [YouTube Audio]
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a feature from our YouTube channel. In this episode, we will discuss whether dementia is contagious. The sh...
135 | Understanding Verbal Aggression with Behavioral Variant Frontotemporal Dementia (bvFTD)
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a feature from our YouTube channel. In this episode, we will discuss the topic of verbal aggression within the context ...
134 | Talking to Children About Dementia [YouTube Audio]
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a feature from our YouTube channel. In this episode, we discuss how to talk to children about dementia, focusing on the grandparent...
133 | Housekeeping: Puzzles, Mini Course, & $50,000?
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
132 | Is it okay for a person with dementia to drink alcohol?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the considerations and precautions surrounding alcohol consumption for individuals with de...
131 | Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome — Blame it on the Alcohol?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome, a lesser-known form of dementia that is often underrecognized...
130 | When a Person with Dementia Doesn't Meet Hospice Criteria
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss why some individuals with dementia may not meet the criteria for hospice care, despite fac...
129 | The Ugly Side of Hospice
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss some of the critical issues and unethical practices within the hospice system that can dir...
128 | Dispelling 5 Hospice Myths
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the common misconceptions surrounding hospice care and debunk five prevalent myths that of...
127 | Hospice Care: Addressing Treatment & Comfort Concerns (Q&A)
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss a caregiver's concern about hospice care conflicting with dementia treatment. This e...
126 | Hospice Readiness in Dementia: Eligibility & Signs
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will delve into the eligibility criteria for hospice care and the specific signs indicating when it may...
125 | Late Stage Dementia vs. End of Life
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the crucial differences between late-stage dementia and the end-of-life phase, clarifying ...
124 | Housekeeping: Exclusive Content, Puzzles, & New Workshop!
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
123 | Choosing the Best Jigsaw Puzzle for Someone with Dementia
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss how to select the best jigsaw puzzles for individuals with dementia and how to create an e...
122 | Q&A: Dealing with Aggression & Rude Behavior in Dementia
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will answer three questions on how to handle aggression and rude behaviors in individuals with dementia...
121 | Getting a Person to Believe They Have Dementia
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the often-asked question, "How do I get my person to believe they have dementia?"...
120 | Housekeeping: Hiatus, Panda Pocket, Bambu Dozens, and Initiative Pause
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
119 | 5 Dementia Misconceptions — Uncovering the Truth
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss and correct five pervasive misconceptions about dementia that often lead to confusion and ...
118 | 3 Things You MUST Understand About the Stages of Dementia
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the three crucial aspects caregivers must understand about the stages of dementia to avoid...
117 | The Biggest Lie Told in Dementia Care — "It's Just the Dementia"
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the common misconception in dementia care that behaviors are "just the dementia."...
116 | Can You Prevent Dementia? + How to Reduce Your Risk!
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the highly debated question: Can you prevent dementia? This episode will cover: — Cl...
115 | Housekeeping: 2024's First Webinar, New Treehouse Feature, & Custom Puzzles
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
114 | Getting Your Dementia Questions Answered
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss strategies for caregivers to get the most out of their queries about dementia care. This...
113 | 2024: Dementia Care in the New Year with Bambu
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a look into what you can expect from Bambu Care in 2024 to help support your dementia care journey...
112 | 2023: A Year in Dementia Care with Bambu
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a walk down the 2023 memory lane of all things Bambu Care and how we were able to serve dementia c...
111 | "They don't remember who I am!" — How Do I Handle It?
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the often heartbreaking experience of someone with dementia not recognizing or remembering...
110 | Housekeeping: Ultimate Resource Guide, MasterClass Announcement, and Special Deals
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
109 | "They don't remember who I am!" — Why?
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the often heartbreaking experience of someone with dementia not recognizing or remembering...
108 | Holiday Dilemmas: A Q&A for Dementia Caregivers
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss five common caregiver questions related to celebrating holidays with individuals living wi...
107 | Creepy Critique: Relic — Dementia in Horror Films
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the movie "Relic" as a part of our new Creepy Critiques series for the month of October an...
106 | Creepy Critique: The Visit — Dementia in Horror Films
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of What the Dementia by Bambu Care, we explore the intersection of dementia and horror in the movie The Visit" as a part of ou...
105 | Creepy Critique: The Taking of Deborah Logan — Dementia in Horror Films
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of What the Dementia by Bambu Care, we explore the intersection of dementia and horror in the movie "The Taking of Deborah Log...
104 | Housekeeping — The Big Treehouse Announcement!
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners...
103 | The Tragedy Narrative of Dementia
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the tragedy narrative associated with dementia and its harmful impact. This episode will...
102 | Hospital Stays & Delirium + What You Should Know & What You Can Do
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the important topic of hospital stays and dementia, with a specific focus on delirium. Del...
101 | Housekeeping — YouTube, Seasonal Puzzle Release, & Treehouse Update
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care ...
100 | New Medicare Dementia Care Model
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the newly announced Medicare dementia care model called the GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improv...
099 | Not Everything is Sexual: Importance of Identifying Behavioral Triggers
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode we delve into a vital topic for dementia caregivers – identifying triggers behind behaviors that may appe...
098 | Leqembi: Beyond the Hype
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the recently fully approved drug Leqembi (also known as Lecanemab) by the FDA for the treatment...
097 | Aphasia and Dementia + 10 Strategies for Better Communication
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we delve into the topic of aphasia and dementia, explaining what it is and how dementia caregivers can imp...
096 | Housekeeping — Children’s Book, Big Change to Dozens, Treehouse Update, & Sad News
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care ...
095 | HIV-Associated Dementia — Virus in the Brain
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss HIV-Associated Dementia (HAD). Please note that when HIV is referenced it is referring to H...
094 | Navigating the Battle of Bathing in Dementia Care
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we invite you to our upcoming webinar on bathing, discuss 6 things you should not do when attempting to b...
093 | Housekeeping — Bathing Webinar, Seasonal Release, New Initiative, & Treehouse Update
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care...
092 | Hearing Loss and Dementia: What's the Connection?
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the connection between hearing loss and dementia. Do you know what the connection is? *GIVEAWA...
091 | Unpopular Opinion: Caregiving is a Choice
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the controversial topic of caregiving as a choice. Let's see if we can have a healthy discussio...
090 | Housekeeping — Offer, Giveaway, Webinar, Caregiver Retreat, and More
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care ...
089 | Dementia Caregiver, Are You Giving the Worst Care Possible?
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether or not it is appropriate to tell a dementia caregiver that they are "giving the wo...
088 | Q&A: Accepting a Dementia Diagnosis, Doctor's Appointments, and Showers
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss how to get a person with dementia to accept a dementia diagnosis and if that's even possib...
087 | Huntington's Disease — Oh Chromosome 4!
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss what Huntington's Disease is. Have you heard of it? **Trigger warning: The topic of suicid...
086 | Housekeeping — Free Webinar, Treehouses, Turtles, Magic, and More
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care ...
085 | Activities for People with Dementia Across the Stages ft. Relish
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss activities for people in the early, middle, and late stages of dementia as well as importa...
084 | Decreasing Stigma While Spreading Awareness of Dementia — A Cautionary Message
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this impromptu What the Dementia episode, we discuss the topic of decreasing stigma while spreading awareness. Disclaimer: this could be what some ...
083 | Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease — What in the Prion is that!?
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss what Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease is. Have you heard of it? STANDARD PRECAUTIONS: https://w...
082 | Housekeeping — Puzzles, Resources, Updates and Webinars!
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care ...
081 | The Role of Genetics in Dementia ft. Probably Genetic
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we provide an introductory level discussion on the role of genetics in dementia and bring awareness to a n...
080 | Alzheimer's Disease as Type 3 Diabetes
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss Alzheimer's DIsease as Type 3 Diabetes or Diabetes of the Brain. Have you ever heard Alzhe...
079 | Housekeeping — What's New, Giveaways, & Getting 30x Better
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care ...
078 | 4 Mistakes Dementia Care Partners Make
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the 4 common mistakes that dementia care partners make. Have you made these mistakes befor...
077 | 2023: Dementia Care in the New Year with Bambu
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a look into what you can expect from Bambu Care in 2023 to help support your dementia care journey...
076 | 2022: A Year in Dementia Care with Bambu
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a walk down the 2022 memory lane of all things Bambu Care and how we were able to serve dementia c...
075 | Holidays and Dementia: 6 Tips to Make Holidays More Enjoyable!
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will talk about 6 tips to make the holidays more enjoyable for you and your partner living with dementi...
074 | Traveling with Someone Living with Dementia [Holiday Edition]
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will talk about 10 traveling considerations + tips for packing and traveling by plane or car. This ep...
073 | Free Dementia MasterClass Open House — FAQs + Invitation
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus What the Dementia episode, we answer FAQs about our With Intent MasterClass and invite you to our FREE Dementia MasterClass Open House h...