Alzheimer's Society Podcast

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Sinopsis

Were the UKs leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia

Episodios

  • About This Guide

    06/10/2017 Duración: 03min

    If you have recently been told you have dementia, this guide is for you. It will help you to understand more about dementia and the treatments, support and services that are available. It includes information about how you can live as well as possible with dementia, and about making plans for the future.

  • Take a Stand- Living with Dementia Podcast August/September 2017

    02/08/2017 Duración: 06min

    Believing that the opinions of people with dementia are often overlooked, Arthur Mars has embraced the opportunity to make himself heard. Gareth Bracken reads an article about a man who is influencing the world around him.

  • Gareth - Live For Now - June/July 2017

    06/06/2017 Duración: 06min

    Despite having an inherited form of dementia that has seen three relatives die young, Victoria Huntley is determined to project a positive message. My name is Gareth Bracken, and I'm reading an article about a woman making the most of life.

  • Shining A Light - Living With Dementia Podcast April/May 2017

    29/03/2017 Duración: 05min

    Having faced both HIV and dementia alone, Patrick Ettenes doesn’t want others to do the same. My name’s Gareth Bracken and I’m reading an article about a man casting attention onto a neglected area.

  • Part Of The Movement Podcast - December 2016/January 2017

    08/02/2017 Duración: 05min

    Part Of The Movement Podcast - December 2016/January 2017 by Alzheimer's Society

  • Here and now - Living with dementia podcast - February/March 2017

    03/02/2017 Duración: 05min

    As if having dementia wasn’t enough, many people also face unfair treatment. My name’s Gareth Bracken and I’m reading an article about an Alzheimer’s Society ambassador who is choosing her battles to secure her and others’ rights.

  • Do What You Love! Living with Dementia Podcast - October/November 2016

    26/10/2016 Duración: 05min

    After a dementia diagnosis, still being able to enjoy your favourite activities makes a big difference. Gareth Bracken, reads an article by Luke Bishop about a man who is staying active with the support of a Side by Side volunteer.

  • Still proud - Living with dementia podcast August/September 2016

    15/08/2016 Duración: 05min

    Despite being unable to access all of his previous wide-ranging knowledge, Abdus Shahid remains sure of his achievements. Gareth Bracken meets a business and family man who retains a strong identity.

  • Opening the door - Living with dementia podcast June/July 2016

    14/07/2016 Duración: 05min

    A local group can provide welcome support. Gareth Bracken reads an article written by Luke Bishop, about a man from Merseyside who overcame many anxieties before meeting other people with dementia.

  • Wales and Northern Ireland election special 2016

    28/04/2016 Duración: 09min

    With the devolved elections in Wales and Northern Ireland just days away, hear the thoughts of our teams in Cardiff and Belfast on what the major parties are saying about dementia. We also outline the campaigns we’ve been running – https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/20000reasons in Northern Ireland and https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/45000reasons in Wales – to ensure dementia is on the politicians’ radar as they ask for your vote, and tell you about how to get involved.

  • Lasting Power of Attorney for Health and Welfare - Alzheimer's Society podcast March 2016

    09/03/2016 Duración: 17min

    A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal tool that allows you to appoint someone to make certain decisions on your behalf. A health and welfare LPA allows the attorney to make decisions on your behalf about your health and welfare, if there comes a time when you are unable to make these decisions for yourself. In this edition of the podcast we discuss Health and Welfare LPA and the Your answers to the question 'What to do if a person with dementia leave a shop without paying for goods?'.

  • Hospital discharge and NHS continuing healthcare - Alzheimer's Society podcast December 2015

    07/12/2015 Duración: 15min

    Hospital discharge is the term used when a person leaves hospital once they are sufficiently recovered. People with dementia usually need further long-term help after leaving hospital, and some may move into a care home. Others need support in their own home or in the home of a relative or friend. In this edition of the podcast we discuss the hospital discharge process and NHS continuing healthcare.

  • Dementia, 'sectioning' and The Mental Health Act 1983 - Alzheimer's Society podcast October 2015

    06/10/2015 Duración: 16min

    If health professionals think that a person with dementia is behaving in a way that places their health at risk or is a danger to themselves or others, they can be detained in hospital under section 2 of the Mental Health Act so that they can be assessed. This process is often known as ‘sectioning’ or 'being sectioned' and is often a challenging time for the person with dementia and their families. As the term sectioning often has negative connotations in this podcast we will be referring to the process of placing someone under a section of the Mental Health act. In this edition of the podcast Hannah speask to Helpline Adviser Emma about the Mental Health Act, guardianship and after-care services.

  • Criminal scams and dementia - Alzheimer's Society podcast August 2015

    03/08/2015 Duración: 07min

    Criminal gangs target older people by phone, letter and email. Common cons include bogus foreign lotteries, miracle health cures, fake prize draw wins and investment opportunities. In this edition of the podcast Helpline Coordinator Angelo talks about how people with dementia can fall prey to these types of scams, how to report them and what can be done to prevent them happening.

  • Our commercial, dementia on film - Alzheimer's Society podcast June 2015

    01/06/2015 Duración: 04min

    For the first time ever, Alzheimer’s Society is running an advertising campaign to make people more aware of the Society and how we can support people affected by dementia. In this edition of the podcast we hear from Ray Castleton, the actor who portrayed the Grandfather character in our new commercial he tells us about his personal experience of dementia, what it was like on set and the challenges of playing someone with the condition.

  • Join dementia research - Alzheimer's Society podcast April 2015

    07/04/2015 Duración: 06min

    Join dementia research is a new service which allows people to register their interest in taking part in dementia research. It helps people with dementia, their carers, or anyone interested in dementia research to be matched to studies taking place in their area.

  • Dementia and safety in the home - Alzheimer's Society podcast February 2015

    02/02/2015 Duración: 11min

    Many people with dementia want to live at home for as long as possible. Often, this is with support from others. However, it can be difficult managing everyday situations if you have dementia, particularly as the dementia progresses and you get older. In this edition of the podcast Helpline adviser Colette talks about some of the safety issues faced by people with dementia at home and ways to deal with them.

  • The progression of dementia - Alzheimer's Society podcast

    01/12/2014 Duración: 16min

    The word dementia describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language. Dementia is caused when the brain is damaged by diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease or a series of strokes. In this episode of the podcast Hannah speaks to helpline supervisor Kim about the progression of the different types of dementia. Please note that towards the end of this podcast we discuss the later stages of dementia which might be upsetting for some listeners.

  • Dementia in hospitals and care homes: this is me - Alzheimer's Society podcast October 2014

    06/10/2014 Duración: 07min

    Receiving professional care in a hospital or care home can be stressful, especially for people living with dementia. In this episode of the podcast we speak to Helpline Adviser Sandra about ‘This is me’ a helpful resource for people with dementia who are receiving professional care. We talk about how for a professional, knowing a little bit more about someone can make it easier to take a person centered approach to care and make a person’s stay in a hospital or care home more pleasant.

  • Personal care: Washing - Alzheimer's Society podcast August 2014

    31/07/2014 Duración: 08min

    As a person's dementia progresses, they will need more help with everyday activities such as washing and bathing. For most adults, washing is a personal and private activity and so it can be hard to adjust to this change. In this episode of the podcast we discuss helping a person with dementia with personal care.

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