In this special episode of What the Dementia by Bambu Care, we explore the intersection of dementia and horror in the movie "The Taking of Deborah Logan" as a part of our new Creepy Critiques series for the month of October. We delve into the film's portrayal of Alzheimer's disease, caregiving dynamics, and the challenges faced by the characters. Join us for a unique perspective on dementia in the world of horror and learn important lessons for dementia caregivers. **Listener discretion is advis...
Oct 04, 2023•27 min•Ep. 105
In this housekeeping episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. We are officially launching the Treehouse, an all-in-one dementia care platform to support you along your dementia care journey. We are so excited to finally make this resource available to you October 4, 2023! If you are interested, please be sure to join the waitlist to claim a special discounted rate and lifetime membersh...
Sep 27, 2023•8 min•Ep. 104
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the tragedy narrative associated with dementia and its harmful impact. This episode will cover: — Understanding the tragedy narrative of dementia and its negative portrayal. — The harm caused by perpetuating the tragedy narrative. — The importance of shifting perspectives and sharing both challenges and positive experiences. — How breaking free from the tragedy narrative can lead to better care and support for individuals with dementia ...
Sep 20, 2023•13 min•Ep. 103
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the important topic of hospital stays and dementia, with a specific focus on delirium. Delirium is an acute disturbance in attention, awareness, and cognition often seen in older individuals, especially those with dementia, during hospitalization. Learn how to identify delirium, its underlying causes, and valuable tip to ensure the best care of your partner in the hospital. This episode will cover: — What delirium is and its significanc...
Sep 13, 2023•33 min•Ep. 102
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? This housekeeping episode will cover: — Updates on Bambu Dozens' upcoming seasonal puzzle release. — Details on limited edition puzzles and the pre-order process. — Progress update on the Treehouse platform for dementia care resources. — Benefits of joining the Treehouse waitl...
Aug 30, 2023•9 min•Ep. 101
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the newly announced Medicare dementia care model called the GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience Model) by CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). This episode provides insights and details about this model, focusing on what caregivers of individuals with dementia need to know. This episode will cover: — Introduction to the new GUIDE Model for dementia care under Medicare — Qualification criteria for benefici...
Aug 16, 2023•16 min•Ep. 100
In this original What the Dementia episode we delve into a vital topic for dementia caregivers – identifying triggers behind behaviors that may appear sexual but have underlying causes. Listener discretion is advised for this episode. This episode will cover: — The importance of recognizing triggers to seemingly sexual behaviors in dementia care. — Scenarios involving sexual behaviors that may not be so sexual. — Understanding the impact of memory loss and frontal lobe damage on behavior. — Addr...
Aug 09, 2023•17 min•Ep. 99
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the recently fully approved drug Leqembi (also known as Lecanemab) by the FDA for the treatment of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and Mild Alzheimer's disease. The episode focuses on providing an understanding of what Leqembi is and what it is not, and offers an alternative perspective to help caregivers make informed decisions. This episode will cover: — What Leqembi is and its target audience — The drug's unique approach to targeting beta...
Aug 02, 2023•23 min•Ep. 98
In this original What the Dementia episode, we delve into the topic of aphasia and dementia, explaining what it is and how dementia caregivers can improve communication with their partners who have aphasia. This episode will cover: — Understanding aphasia and its relation to dementia — Types of aphasia and how they differ — Tips for improving communication with aphasia-affected individuals — The significance of speech therapy in managing aphasia — Strategies to enhance caregiver-partner rapport ...
Jul 26, 2023•16 min•Ep. 97
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? Video Recording | https://youtu.be/bixGukJTTfI Grandpa's Magical Mind: https://a.co/d/3sVXXrl Bambu Dozens (puzzles) | https://letsbambu.com/dozens Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ...
Jul 19, 2023•8 min•Ep. 96
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss HIV-Associated Dementia (HAD). Please note that when HIV is referenced it is referring to HIV-1. HIV-1 is the most prevalent and widespread type of HIV. Bambu Treehouse | https://www.letsbambu.com/treehouse REFERENCES: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507700/ https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1166894-overview#a6 https://n.neurology.org/content/68/5/324 https://www.ajtmh.org/view/journals/tpmd/107/6/article-p1250.xml https://www...
Jul 05, 2023•15 min•Ep. 95
In this original What the Dementia episode, we invite you to our upcoming webinar on bathing, discuss 6 things you should not do when attempting to bathe a person with dementia, and share a little nugget of advice at the end. Webinar replay available inside the Treehouse with a Paw Pass. https://letsbambu.com/treehouse Podcast Episode Mentioned: Episode 45: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/gV0LbXpVCAb CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https:...
Jun 14, 2023•17 min•Ep. 94
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? Video Recording | https://youtu.be/jeVCUEAjnxM Bambu Dozens (seasonal release) | https://letsbambu.com/dozens Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse Events | https://letsbambu.com/events CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTre...
Jun 07, 2023•11 min•Ep. 93
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the connection between hearing loss and dementia. Do you know what the connection is? *GIVEAWAY CLOSED* Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse REFERENCES: https://doi.org/10.1016/S2468-2667(23)00048-8 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4075051/ https://www.audiology.org/consumers-and-patients/hearing-and-balance/dementia-and-hearing-loss/ CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | ...
May 24, 2023•11 min•Ep. 92
In this original What the Dementia episode, we discuss the controversial topic of caregiving as a choice. Let's see if we can have a healthy discussion regarding this topic. May Housekeeping Episode | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/anCjxz6MCzb Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.c...
May 10, 2023•14 min•Ep. 91
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? Video Recording | https://youtu.be/kYCTQC_l2O4 With Intent Book / Grow with Gratitude Journal (use code: SHIPFREE) | https://letsbambu.com/shop Bambu Dozens (puzzle subscription) | https://letsbambu.com/dozens With Intent MasterClass | https://letsbambu.com/masterclass Bambu T...
May 03, 2023•12 min•Ep. 90
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss whether or not it is appropriate to tell a dementia caregiver that they are "giving the worst care possible." Let's talk about it. Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s w...
Apr 19, 2023•13 min•Ep. 89
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss how to get a person with dementia to accept a dementia diagnosis and if that's even possible, what to do when a person with dementia refuses to go to doctor appointments, and how to convince a person with dementia to shower. Bambu Treehouse | https://letsbambu.com/treehouse CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical ...
Apr 05, 2023•20 min•Ep. 88
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss what Huntington's Disease is. Have you heard of it? **Trigger warning: The topic of suicide is discussed towards the end of this episode, but you will receive a trigger warning right before the topic is mentioned! This episode will cover: — What dementia is and its various causes. — An introduction to Huntington's Disease, its genetic nature, and rarity. — Symptoms, diagnosis, and potential treatments. — Special considerations Webinar re...
Mar 22, 2023•15 min•Ep. 87
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? Webinar replay is available inside the Treehouse with a Paw Pass. https://letsbambu.com/treehouse Video Recording | https://youtu.be/H1fSTvshtYQ Bambu Dozens | https://letsbambu.com/dozens Grandpa's Magical Mind | https://a.co/d/1TmkmMu With Intent MasterClass | https://letsba...
Mar 15, 2023•17 min•Ep. 86
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss activities for people in the early, middle, and late stages of dementia as well as important things to keep in mind with each stage. We will also introduce you to a company named Relish — they are about bringing joy to life with dementia through activities and products! This episode will cover: — Overview of the importance of engaging activities for individuals with dementia. — Considerations for tailoring activities to individual prefe...
Mar 08, 2023•22 min•Ep. 85
In this impromptu What the Dementia episode, we discuss the topic of decreasing stigma while spreading awareness. Disclaimer: this could be what some may consider a controversial topic and was inspired in light of the news and statement shared regarding Bruce Willis' frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Let's see if we can have a healthy dialogue regarding this. According to the AFTD, their most important resource is its HelpLine. Please call 866-507-7222 or send an email to info@theaftd.org for h...
Feb 17, 2023•18 min•Ep. 84
In this original What the Dementia episode we will discuss what Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease is. Have you heard of it? STANDARD PRECAUTIONS: https://www.cdc.gov/infectioncontrol/basics/standard-precautions.html https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/documents/health-topics/standard-precautions-in-health-care.pdf REFERENCES: https://nursing.ceconnection.com/ovidfiles/00152193-201603000-00010.pdf https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2016.00138 https://neuro.psychiatryonline.org/doi/pdf/10.1176/jnp.2007.19....
Feb 15, 2023•19 min•Ep. 83
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? Video Recording | https://youtu.be/M9HoulndkgM Bambu Dozens | https://www.letsbambu.com/dozens CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs...
Feb 08, 2023•11 min•Ep. 82
In this original What the Dementia episode, we provide an introductory level discussion on the role of genetics in dementia and bring awareness to a new program by Probably Genetic that aims to help people with undiagnosed neurological disorders find out if there could be a genetic cause to their symptoms. PROBABLY GENETIC Free Genetic Testing Eligibility Quiz: https://letsbambu.link/probablygenetic PODCAST MENTIONED: Ep. 043 | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/LufeMVfE3wb BAMBU DOZENS: Puzzl...
Feb 01, 2023•15 min•Ep. 81
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss Alzheimer's DIsease as Type 3 Diabetes or Diabetes of the Brain. Have you ever heard Alzheimer's disease referred to as such? Let's talk about it! PODCAST MENTIONED: Ep. 079 | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/XxzYeOKlGwb REFERENCES: https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms23052687 https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms21093165 https://www.verywellhealth.com/why-is-alzheimers-called-type-3-diabetes-98797 https://www.alz.org/media/Documents/alzheimers-deme...
Jan 18, 2023•13 min•Ep. 80
In this hybrid podcast/video episode for What the Dementia, we update you on everything happening in the world of Bambu to help support dementia care partners on their care journey. Is there anything that meets your needs? Giveaway closed on January 13, 2022 at 11:59pm CST Video Recording | https://youtu.be/kAM-f-Y_kzQ CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Song...
Jan 11, 2023•12 min•Ep. 79
In this original What the Dementia episode, we will discuss the 4 common mistakes that dementia care partners make. Have you made these mistakes before? It's okay! We live, learn, and try to do better, right? PODCAST MENTIONED: Ep. 038 | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/RM94tMs0iwb CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The...
Jan 04, 2023•20 min•Ep. 78
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a look into what you can expect from Bambu Care in 2023 to help support your dementia care journey. MENTIONED EPISODE: 2022: A Year in Dementia Care with Bambu **GIVEAWAY CLOSED CONNECT, GET RESOURCES, LEARN MORE, + SIMPLIFY YOUR CARE JOURNEY: LinkTree | https://www.bambu.care MUSIC CREDIT: Listen To SpillageVillage - Tropical Landing Pop Songs At Looperman.com DISCLAIMER: The information contained in Bambu Care LLC’s website, blog, e...
Dec 21, 2022•18 min•Ep. 77
In this original What the Dementia episode, we take a walk down the 2022 memory lane of all things Bambu Care and how we were able to serve dementia care partners this year! TOP 2022 PODCAST EPISODES: How Dementia Kills — Common Causes of Death | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ejxh6K5kKvb Dehydration & Dementia ft. Jelly Drops | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/G6XBy87kKvb Dealing with Accusations | https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/PlvGZ87kKvb My Partner Keeps Hiding Things — W...
Dec 14, 2022•14 min•Ep. 76
