EP 13 Survival and Feeling Joy Again !

26/10/2022 46 min Episodio 13
EP 13 Survival and Feeling Joy Again !

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Send Ken a Text Message about the PodcastEmbracing Change: Ken and Shanna's Journey with Alzheimer'sIn this episode Ken shares the heartfelt story of moving his wife Shanna to a new memory care facility, recounting their eight-month journey of adjusting to the transition. He delves into the emotional challenges and victories they experienced, from finding the right place with a caring and competent staff to overcoming the grief and sadness associated with Alzheimer's disease. He highlights the lessons learned, the importance of trusting caregivers, and the profound moments of joy and connection amidst the struggle. The episode concludes with reflections on their journey and a promise for future episodes focusing on specific topics and ongoing lessons.01:01 Moving to a New Memory Care Facility01:16 Building Trust in the New Facility01:30 Tender Mercies and Joy in the New Facility01:50 Listener Comment and Reflections02:50 Finding the New Facility: E G09:08 The Decision to Move Shanna12:45 Transitioning Shanna to the New Facility19:08 First Days at the New Facility21:24 Adjusting to the New Facility22:58 Staff and Care Differences25:36 Building New Relationships27:28 Celebrating Special Moments29:57 Emotional Challenges and Lessons33:30 Physical Decline and Caregiving35:46 Finding Joy and Gratitude42:07 Conclusion and Future Episodes Get the FREE Guide to Responding to Repeated Questions Visit the NEW Surviving Alzheimer's Podcast Website (survalz.com) to Register for the Support Group, Newsletter and more ... Visit the Podcast Facebook page