Nicole Will
Changing the Way We Think About Dementia
What do we do when we learn our loved one has a new diagnosis of dementia? What questions do we ask? Where do we go to learn how to support
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Nicole Will
- Jan 18
In Grief, Love Remains
Patti LaFleur is the former care partner for her Mom, Linda, who had mixed dementia. She cared for her Mom for three years. These two...
Nicole Will
- Nov 9, 2022
The Family's Role in Senior Living: A Powerful Collaboration
Does our role as a caregiver or a care partner end when our loved one moves into a senior living community? How can senior living ...
Nicole Will
- Oct 26, 2022
A Toolkit for Children to Learn About Alzheimer's Disease
How do we bring children and families into our interactions with our loved ones and maintain those positive relationships? My guests are Ald
Nicole Will
- Jun 29, 2022
A Son's Journey: Caring for a Loved One with Dementia
Bill shares with us his journey as a son, offers advice on how to manage care, finding support, and how seeking support can be different for
Nicole Will
- Jun 15, 2022
How to Overcome Caregiver Burnout
How do we distinguish between a certain amount of normal stress and caregiver burnout?
"I just can’t do this anymore" or "This is too...
Nicole Will
- Apr 20, 2022
Improving the Culture of Dementia Care with Teepa Snow
How do we support our loved ones with brain changes in a positive and respectful way? Teepa's mission is "to change the culture of dementia
Nicole Will
- Mar 9, 2022
Using the Science of Habits to Transform Care
MapHabit is an interactive care management, dementia training and cognitive engagement platform that promotes independence and enhances the
Nicole Will
- Mar 2, 2022
The Important Role Nutrition Plays in Our Brain Health
Dr. Edward Park's father was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia when he was only in his 40s. It was devastating for the family and ultimately
Nicole Will
- Feb 9, 2022
A Loving Approach to Dementia Care
Laura Wayman is “The Dementia Whisperer” and as an internationally recognized dementia care expert is to change the world...
Nicole Will
- Jan 26, 2022
Dementia Care Communication Strategies That Every Caregiver Needs to Know
In 2003, Dr.Heather McKay had just begun working in occupational therapy when her beloved grandmother was diagnosed with vascular dementia.
Nicole Will
- Oct 20, 2021
What to Expect Along the Alzheimer's Journey
What to Expect Along the Alzheimer's Journey with Loretta Veney In 2006, Loretta Veney's mom was diagnosed with dementia. She immediately...
Nicole Will
- Oct 6, 2021
Sleep Deprivation & Sundowning
We interview Cathy Braxton as we talk about sleep deprivation and sundowning.
Nicole Will
- Jun 9, 2021
Advocating for the Invisible Family Caregiver
After Lucinda received her father's dementia diagnosis so many questions came- Who can I call? What's next? Who will support me?
Nicole Will
- May 13, 2021
Dementia Diagnosis, What Now?
Once you've received your loved one’s diagnosis- where do families begin to look for help and support?
Nicole Will
- Apr 7, 2021
Life Interrupted in Millennial Caregiving
Currently, there are 10 million unpaid Millennial caregivers. Black Millennials make up 34% of that demographic. Millennials make up the...
Nicole Will
- Feb 24, 2021
Better Nutrition, Better Brains
Having his father diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Matthew John Zuraw and his mother started to make RememBars for him. They are delicious and fu
Nicole Will
- Feb 3, 2021
Why Brain Health Matters
We talk about practical ways people can add brain health to their health and wellbeing. A great discussion about how cognitive engagement...
Nicole Will
- Oct 21, 2020
The Montessori Approach
Dr. Cameron Camp is the Director of Research and Development at the Center for Applied Research in Dementia. Dr. Camp is the creator of the
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