About this episode

This episode discusses the challenges families face with dementia care and offers insights from expert Lori La Bey.

When dementia enters a family's life, the path forward can feel uncertain, overwhelming, and lonely. But with the right information and a strong sense of empathy, families can build confidence and connection, even in the hardest moments. In this episode of ComForConnections, host Tiffany Robinson sits down with dementia care advocate Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer's Speaks and DementiaMap.com. Drawing from decades of lived and professional experience, Lori breaks down the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's, offers tips for supporting loved ones in the early stages, and shares how families can shift from crisis mode to a comfort mindset. Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis or worried about subtle changes in someone you love, this episode will leave you feeling more informed-and less alone. What you’ll learn in this episode How to distinguish between dementia and Alzheimer's, and why that clarity matters Subtle signs of cognitive decline families often overlook Tips for early-stage support, from daily routines to difficult conversations How to reframe your caregiving role and build a resilient care team Resources to help you move from isolation to community…

People in this episode

Host: Tiffany Robinson

Guest: Lori La Bey

Topics covered

• dementia care
• Alzheimer's
• family support
• caregiving
• cognitive decline

Keywords

• dementia
• Alzheimer's
• caregiving tips
• cognitive decline
• family support

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Alzheimer's Speaks, DementiaMap.com

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