Send Ken a Text Message about the PodcastEncouraging and Maintaining Friendships Amidst Alzheimer's ProgressionKen  discusses the difficulties and importance of maintaining social connections for loved ones with dementia. Drawing from his own experiences with his wife, Shanna, Ken offers practical advice on easing the discomfort friends may feel and strategies to encourage continued visits. The episode also highlights the emotional impact of visits and provides tips for making these interactions meaningful. Ken shares a heartwarming story about reconnecting with an old friend and underscores the significance of being open about the diagnosis to help reduce awkwardness. Listeners are encouraged to think of someone to invite for a visit and to use the provided strategies to support their loved ones.00:00 Introduction: The Isolation of Dementia00:44 Welcome to the Surviving Alzheimer's Podcast01:48 Listener Review: A Shared Journey02:54 Understanding the Awkwardness03:54 Being Open About the Diagnosis06:28 Supporting Social Interactions10:15 Encouraging Friends to Visit12:51 Writing a Letter to Friends17:22 Final Thoughts and Encouragement18:20 Conclusion and Mission Statement 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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