Send Ken a Text Message about the PodcastUnderstanding One-Way Conversations in Dementia: Communicating Beyond WordsKen shares how he has adapted to communicating with his non-verbal wife, Shanna, who has Alzheimer's disease. Ken discusses the different stages of Shanna's verbal decline and reveals how he has learned to read her body language and facial expressions to maintain a deep connection. Through personal anecdotes and lessons learned over a 12-year journey, Ken aims to provide hope and practical advice for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. The episode emphasizes the importance of staying connected beyond words, using a spiritual or higher power as guidance, and not letting the disease define the relationship.00:00 Introduction: Struggling to Communicate00:37 Welcome to the Surviving Alzheimer's Podcast01:13 Mastering One-Way Conversations02:50 Listener Comment and Appreciation03:54 Understanding Alzheimer's Impact on Communication07:03 Shanna's Journey: A Timeline10:45 Adapting to Non-Verbal Communication13:07 The Sixth Sense of Communication16:15 Reflecting on the Journey18:57 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 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

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