EP 36 Getting the Dreaded Phone Call

01/03/2024 33 min Episodio 36
EP 36 Getting the Dreaded Phone Call

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Send Ken a Text Message about the PodcastNavigating Challenges in Memory Care: Ken's Journey with ShannaKen shares his personal experiences dealing with his wife Shanna's increasingly challenging behaviors due to Alzheimer's disease. He recounts the struggles faced while Shanna was in a memory care facility, including incidents with staff and other residents that led to stress and fear of Shanna being kicked out. Ken also discusses how unresolved issues from Shanna's past resurfaced during her disease progression and the pivotal moments that led to her eventual move to a more compassionate facility. This episode emphasizes the importance of advocating for loved ones and finding the right care environment.00:00 Introduction: Recognizing New Behaviors00:35 Welcome to the Surviving Alzheimer's Podcast02:00 Shanna's Background and Early Challenges03:44 The Struggles at Home07:04 Transition to Memory Care10:01 Incidents with Caregivers15:31 Shana's Struggles with Mean Girls16:42 Management Changes and New Challenges18:54 Fears of Eviction and Confrontation20:47 The Critical Meeting23:17 Negotiating Shanna's Care24:27 Finding a New Home for Shana25:45 Adjusting to the New Facility27:33 Reflections and Advice for Caregivers 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