What if Dementia could reveal love, creativity, and purpose?

About this episode

Betsy Wurzel interviews Marilyn Raichle about her transformative experience as a caregiver for her parents with dementia and the importance of art and support in caregiving.

She never wanted to be a caregiver—but Dementia changed everything. Betsy Wurzel speaks with Marilyn Raichle, author of Don’t Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey, about her experience caring for both parents—her father with Parkinson’s and her mother with Alzheimer’s. Marilyn shares how art enriched her mother’s life, why care partners must slow down and listen, and how this unexpected journey became life-changing. They also discuss the importance of dignity, support, and education for caregivers, along with Marilyn’s mission to reduce fear and stigma around Alzheimer’s. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support . 💡 At Passionate World Talk Radio, we believe real conversations matter. Stay inspired and keep listening to Chatting with Betsy at www.passionateworldtalkradio.com.

People in this episode

Host: Betsy Wurzel

Guest: Marilyn Raichle

Topics covered

• dementia
• caregiving
• art therapy
• support for caregivers
• Alzheimer's awareness

Keywords

• dementia
• caregiver
• Alzheimer's
• Parkinson's
• art
• support
• education
• stigma
• dignity

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Don’t Walk Away: A Care Partner’s Journey

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