"My world is shrinking!" Alzheimer Awareness

09/11/2025 1h 0min
"My world is shrinking!" Alzheimer Awareness

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Send us a texthttps://linktr.ee/healingunscriptedkeywords: Alzheimer's, caregiving, support, awareness, dementia, family, emotional health, preparation, community, resourcessummary: This conversation delves into the complexities of caregiving for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, highlighting personal stories, emotional challenges, and the importance of support networks. The speakers discuss the genetic and environmental factors contributing to Alzheimer's, the necessity of preparation for caregivers, and strategies for effective communication. They emphasize the need for caregivers to prioritize their own mental health while navigating the emotional toll of the disease. Resources for support and the role of nutrition and lifestyle in managing Alzheimer's are also explored, culminating in reflections on love, loss, and acceptance in the caregiving journey.Chapters00:00Introduction to Alzheimer's Awareness02:31Personal Stories of Caregiving06:18Understanding Alzheimer's and Its Impact10:23Navigating Care Decisions14:24Emotional Challenges of Caregiving18:16Support Systems for Caregivers22:03The Role of Memory in Alzheimer's26:12Finding the Right Care Facility29:55Reflections on Caregiving38:26Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia41:35The Emotional Toll of Caregiving45:06Health and Lifestyle Choices48:06The Importance of Support Networks55:40Words of Wisdom for Caregivers01:00:14ResourcesSuicide & Crisis: Dial 988Alzheimer's Association-    https://www.alz.org/Alzheimer's Foundation of America-  https://alzfdn.org/Dementia Together- https://dementiatogether.org/Steamboat Caregiver Support- https://www.steamboatpilot.com/explore-steamboat/calendar#!/details/dementia-caregiver-support-group/14908050/2025-04-08T10Craig Caregiver Support- https://www.seniorsocialcenter.org/ Sk8Church-⁠www.steamboatsk8church.com  https://www.facebook.com/skatechurchMarnie Smith with Routt County Crisis Support:  Donations welcome & consider becoming a Board Member!  https://routtcountycrisissupport.org/about/LOVE LIFE & TRAVIS HOUSE: Womens Sober Living- https://lovelifesteamboat.com/     Chynna WallaceMens Sober Living- ⁠https://www.travishouse.org/⁠    Jeff Welton"Steamboat Community Mens Circle" Twice a month, Thursdays 6:30pm. Peer led. This is a circle for all men to create together. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/steamboat_mens_circle/⁠Paradox Paradise Film- ⁠https://www.paradiseparadoxfilm.com/⁠Chris Ray Coaching- [email protected] On Facebook- ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/soboatsteamboat/⁠ Sober events & communityTreatment Center: Precourt Healing Center ⁠https://www.vailhealthbh.org/inpatient-care/precourt-healing-center⁠Chow- Culinary Hospitality Outreach Wellness.  ⁠https://chowco.org/⁠RecoveryPastor Zack Alexander [email protected] 12 Step⁠:   https://steamboat.church/events/⁠Nele Cashmore with The Health Partn