Beste Dementia Australia podcaster (2024)

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Bringing Dad home from hospital 25:58

6h ago25:58

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Dad had four strokes in 2017, his last year with us. He developed delirium after each stroke. Dad did not recover so well after the fourth stroke and his needs were high. We discuss what that looked like for us from a caring role, and what aged care programs we were able to access to support us to bring Dad home from hospital. Our priority was Dad'…

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The Rise of Self Collection: Insights into Cervical Screening with Dr Rebecca Starkie 19:22

11h ago19:22

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Join The Good GP host Dr Krystyna de Lange in an episode with Dr Rebecca Starkie as they discuss the topic of cervical screening and the self-collection method in Australia. Dr Starkie, a GP, practice owner, academic, medical educator, and researcher with a specific interest in women's health, shares her expertise on the success of self-collection …

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Foster Parenting 11:30

5d ago11:30

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Foster Parenting “In Australia today, there are approximately 40,000 children in desperate need of care. 40% are under the age of 4, and only 40% are currently in foster care.” With 40,000 children in desperate need of care around Australia, foster care organisations around the country seek to provide hope for young and vulnerable children. Listen …

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Japan Aging Workforce, Kamala Harris Proposal Elder Care Costs, Aging Place Challenges 10-22-24 53:45

3d ago53:45

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Presented by Ginger Griggs, VP and Chief People Officer, Excellence At Work K.K. Japan Times 9-5-24 Challenges Japan Is Having with Aging Workers by Erica Yokoyama https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/09/05/japan/society/japan-elderly-workers/ Discussion included immigration; demographics: elderly taking care of the more elderly Presented by Eliz…

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Indie Games at the PAX Convention and AI tools used to improve train travel for Deaf People 52:56

6d ago52:56

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This week Rowena Murrey, Dan Salmon and Eric Jong chat with games composer and freelance reviewer Meghann O’Neill about all the indie games and they saw at PAX during Melbourne International Games Week. Plus, Dr Jessica Court , researcher at the Queensland University of Technology joins the team to discuss how they've been trying to make train trav…

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After Dad's Diagnosis of Dementia 17:17

7d ago17:17

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What did Dad’s diagnosis of dementia mean for him and for us, his family? We’ll discuss the challenges Dad faced in the months and years after he was diagnosed and what we did to support him. Mum’s care for Dad was incredible and we made sure we supported her as well, so that she could continue to care for Dad. Focusing on what we could influence a…

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Fertility Management: Common Issues and Advice for GPs with Dr Jana Combrinck 25:22

7d ago25:22

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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Karin Sekhon is joined by Dr Jana Combrinck, an experienced women's health GP working in Perth and the current GP lead of Oasis Fertility Centre. They delve into the GP's role in fertility management. Dr Combrinck discusses the prevalence of fertility issues, noting that one in six couples of reproductive age…

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Facing Fear 17:50

12d ago17:50

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Facing Fear ‘It's amazing how often we just feel afraid, and we let it just sit there and we don't challenge it. And I think that's a real waste because you actually have to confront something and face it in order to deal with it.’ Sarah McCutcheon, National Relationship Manager for Global Leadership Network Australia, has extensive experience help…

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Alzheimer’s Vaccine, Calcium Supplements Precaution, Japanese Toilets 10-15-24 1:04:48

9d ago1:04:48

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Presented by Dr. Zalan Alam, MBBS, FRCGP GP Partner and Clinical Director IMC March 12, 2024 Calcium Supplements Precaution https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-calcium-vitamin-d-supplements-can-lower-postmenopausal-womens-risk-of-cancer-but-raise-risk-of-heart-disease Catherine Johnson MD Comments: “Great conversation regarding bone healt…

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Digital Poverty, and can AI tools help clean toxic online spaces? 51:31

13d ago51:31

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Vanessa and Eric are joined by CEO of WorkVentures, Caroline McDaid, to discuss 'digital poverty' during Anti-Poverty Week. They are also joined by Eduardo Araujo Oliveira, Senior Lecturer in the School of Computing and Information Systems at UniMelb to chat about how AI tools can help clean up online spaces that are rife with toxicity.…

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Ask Me Anything #2 19:14

14d ago19:14

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We're asked so many questions in the course of our work. Our first Ask Me Anything podcast was unbelievably popular, so we’re devoting one episode a month to answering your questions. Send your questions to us and we’ll answer as many as possible during these Ask Me Anything episodes. In this episode: Home care package funds for commercially prepar…

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Mpox (monkeypox) Explained: Current Risks, Prevention Strategies, and Public Health Response with Dr Alex Shivarev 25:24

14d ago25:24

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In this episode of The Good GP podcast, host Dr Karin Sekhon talks to Dr Alex Shivarev, a public health physician from the WA Department of Health, to discuss the emerging public health concern of monkeypox, now also referred to as Mpox. Providing insights for GPs on the epidemiology, transmission, and clinical manifestations of the monkeypox virus…

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Being Well 11:27

18d ago11:27

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Being Well I think COVID kind of exposed a few things that identified what we did hope in and what we thought our well-being was in, even something as simple as going to the football or whatever it might be, was just taken away. So where do we then centre that? Where do we place our hope? Well-being can be physical, emotional and spiritual. But wha…

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Impacts of AI on the Australian Audio Production and Music Industry 34:28

19d ago34:28

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Vanessa Toholka and Dan Salmon are joined by Vice Chancellor's Senior Research Fellow at RMIT, Dr Sam Whiting, to discuss his four-year project on crisis in the Australian music industries, with a focus on the impact of generative artificial intelligence, automation technologies, and other contemporary challenges. They also chat about the evolving …

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Rapamycin, Aging in Place Financial Planning, Nursing Home Hurricane Evacuation Plans, Caregiver Demographics 10-8-24 1:02:44

19d ago1:02:44

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Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan NY Times Well 9-24-24 Rapamycin for Longevity Benefits and Risks by Dana G Smith https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/24/well/live/rapamycin-aging-longevity-benefits-risks.html The Study Mentioned during this article discussion Outlive by Peter Attia MD Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Koe…

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Dad's diagnosis of dementia 15:22

21d ago15:22

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Today we chat about our own father’s diagnosis of dementia and how it came about. Coral was aware that things were changing with Dad and something wasn’t quite right. She started the process of getting a geriatrician involved. Dad moved through diagnoses of depression to mild cognitive impairment to dementia. Coral was pushed into explaining the di…

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Managing Pelvic Pain and Incontinence: Dr Judith Thompson on the Importance of Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy 18:18

21d ago18:18

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In this episode of The Good GP, host Karin Sekhon engages in an insightful conversation with Dr Judith Thompson, specialist continence and pelvic health physiotherapist and clinical director of BodyLogic Pelvic Health Clinic in Perth. She shares her knowledge on the benefits of pelvic floor physiotherapy and its broad applications across various st…

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Capturing Family Stories, Age Wave Dychtwald, Australia Aged Care 10-1-24 1:00:50

26d ago1:00:50

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Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International Forbes 9-19-24 Age Wave Crashing Around Us by Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D. https://www.forbes.com/sites/sarazeffgeber/2024/09/19/the-age-wave-is-crashing-around-us/ The John Hartford report https://www.johnahartford.org/images/uploads/resources/The_Growing_Demand_for_Age-Friendly_Care_Report_FINAL.p…

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What's the difference between a support plan and a care plan? 19:08

28d ago19:08

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The support plan is the document that is given after a person has been assessed by either the Regional Assessment Service (RAS) or the Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT). When a person is assigned their home care package (HCP), they sign up with a provider. The care plan is the document that is drawn up with the home care provider. This guides what s…

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GP24 Preview: Exploring Wellbeing and Digital Health with Dr Jenny Brockis and Dr Amandeep Hansra 13:23

28d ago13:23

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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Sean Stevens sits down with Dr Jenny Brockis and Dr Amandeep Hansra to discuss their upcoming keynote presentations at GP24 in Perth. Providing insightful perspectives on the evolving landscape of general practice and the essential role that GPs play in the healthcare system. Dr Jenny Brockis introduced her k…

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Maddy Dychtwald Ageless Aging, Outdated Career Ladder, Gov Newsom Bills to Support Dementia Patients 9-24-24 54:02

1M ago54:02

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Presented by Elizabeth Magallon Fleury, LifesEncore.com Fortune Well 8-20-24 Four Ways Women Can Make the Most of Their ‘Longevity Bonus’ by Alexa Mikhail Article features Maddy Dychtwald, author of Ageless Aging: A Woman’s Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspain, and Lifespan https://fortune.com/well/article/women-longevity-bonus/ More about Ma…

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Families coping with Dementia 14:30

1M ago14:30

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Families coping with Dementia If every day is a new day, there are always opportunities to create positive experiences for people with dementia and the people around them. Is there hope for families coping with Dementia? Listen to Dr Christine Materne share insights from her PhD in memory rehabilitation for people with dementia. Hear encouraging st…

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Our comments on Nine News's article about Home Care 16:09

1M ago16:09

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The wait times to receive some home care packages (HCP) have tipped out to around 12 months. This has increased significantly in the past year, from about six months in September 2023. This article described the frustration of the adult daughter in not only having to wait such a long time for her mum’s home care package (HCP) to be assigned, but he…

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Helpline: Tips for families supporting a loved one with dementia 6:14

1M ago6:14

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A dementia diagnosis has a ripple effect across families. So where can you turn for information and support? This bonus episode is packed with tips for families who want to know more about how to support themselves and a family member living with dementia. Whether you live close to your loved one or further afield, Dementia Australia has many helpf…

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Hold on to family – Families reflect on the impact of a loved one’s dementia diagnosis 30:11

1M ago30:11

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When Millie Rogers first discovered her dad, Jim Rogers (co-host of Hold the Moment), had received a diagnosis of younger onset dementia, she felt like a rug had been pulled from beneath her feet. “I just froze. I just couldn’t believe what he was saying.” In this candid episode, Millie and her sister Daisy open up to journalist Hamish Macdonald ab…

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Understanding Dementia: Risk Factors and Prevention with Dr Marita Long 30:16

1M ago30:16

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In this episode of The Good GP, host Dr Krystyna de Lange is joined by Dr Marita Long, as they discuss dementia risk factors and prevention. Dr Long says that dementia is a chronic disease, with its pathology starting 20 to 30 years before symptoms appear. Delving into the importance of intervention and maintaining brain health throughout life, Dr …

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Retail Health Care Crossroads, Ten Worst Nurse Shortage States, Emmys Features Mature Actors, Falls Prevention Tips 9-17-24 59:01

1M ago59:01

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Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Koelsch Communities American Hospital Association 8-20-24 What to Make of the Seismic Shifts in Retail Health Care https://www.aha.org/aha-center-health-innovation-market-scan/2024-08-20-what-make-seismic-shifts-retail-health-care Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International Beckers Hospital Review 8-28-24 Te…

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Categorizing Live Music Data with 'Live Music Locator' 41:15

1M ago41:15

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Lilly Ryan chats with Nick Thorpe and Karen Stewart on 'Live Music Locator', the platform that compiles the where, when, and what for all the live gigs in City of Yarra.Av RRR - Triple R

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What's the difference between CHSP and HCP? 30:26

1M ago30:26

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The Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Home Care Packages program (HCP) are two different programs of support for older people living in their own homes. CHSP is considered “entry level” and HCP is generally for people with higher or more complex needs. Understand what each program offers and how to access this support. In this episod…

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Helpline: Tips for getting around with dementia 5:50

1M ago5:50

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If you’re looking for new ways to get around town or travel further afield with a dementia diagnosis, this episode is full of tips and resources on how you can do just that. If you’d like tailored support on travelling with dementia, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. You can call 24 hours a day or request a callback, s…

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Hold on to travel - Navigating planes, trains and automobiles with dementia 28:04

1M ago28:04

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Jim Rogers was once ‘captain organised’ when planning overseas trips with his husband Tyler. But after his diagnosis of younger onset dementia, he’s learnt to get Tyler to assist with online check-in, packing and itinerary planning. And it’s not just setting off overseas that’s changed. Getting around town has become trickier now that Jim’s lost hi…

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Familial Hypercholesterolaemia in Children: Insights from Dr Andrew Martin 12:37

1M ago12:37

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In this episode of The Good GP, host Rebecca Goadby interviews Dr Andrew Martin, a consultant paediatrician at Perth Children's Hospital and an expert in paediatric lipid disorders. Dr Martin has led a paediatric lipid disorders clinic for the past 15 years, specialising in the detection and management of children and adolescents with familial hype…

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Bethany’s Story 12:32

2M ago12:32

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Bethany’s Story How do you respond when doctors tell you your unborn child has complex heart issues? And when you discover your child will have ongoing special needs, what do you need to know about giving them the best chance at life? Listen as Jo and Luke share their story of caring for a child with a disability. Hear how they found hope when face…

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Supreme Court Aging Cases, Hiring Older Workers, Bad Publicity for Indeed, Broadcast TV Older Viewers Advertising 9-10-24 55:59

2M ago55:59

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Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Koelsch Communities AARP 2024 Roundup of Potential Cases Supreme Court Might Be Taking Related to Aging (Including class action suit technicalities) https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/our-work/legal-advocacy/2024-supreme-court-preview/employment-discrimination.html https://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/aarp_foundation…

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Helpline: Tips for managing changes in sleep with a dementia diagnosis 3:36

2M ago3:36

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Getting a restful night’s sleep when you’re living with dementia can be an elusive task. This episode contains tips on managing your changing sleep patterns. If you’d like tailored support to tackle sleep issues, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. You can call 24 hours a day or request a callback, start a webchat or sen…

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Hold on to sleep – Why dementia disrupts sleep and what to do about it 30:21

2M ago30:21

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Ann, a former nurse, struggles to sleep because of the symptoms of her Lewy body dementia. Most nights, Ann experiences intense, multi-sensory hallucinations. Meanwhile, Jim Rogers takes us through some of the long nights he’s experienced since his diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. Sleep is vital to both mental and physical health, and it’s disrupt…

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Ask Me Anything #1 17:12

2M ago17:12

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We get asked questions every week from people who are supporting their older loved ones at home. If you want to navigate the aged care system well, you need to know you’re getting the right information. Sadly, that’s not always the case, even when you’ve been in touch with services that are set up to help older people. That’s where our experience a…

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Reducing Alcohol Harm in Australia: Home Detox with Dr Chris Davis and Dr Hester Wilson 15:16

2M ago15:16

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In this episode of The Good GP, Dr Sean Stevens interviews Dr Hester Wilson, GP & Chief Addiction Medicine Specialist for New South Wales, and Dr Chris Davis, a GP with a special interest in alcohol and other drugs and founder of Clean Slate. They discussed addiction medicine, particularly alcohol use disorders, and the innovative solutions offered…

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Single Parenting: A Journey of Resilience and Faith 18:03

2M ago18:03

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Single Parenting: A Journey of Resilience and Faith ‘I didn't know anyone who had been in that same situation of being a single mum while pregnant.’ ‘I was still overjoyed to be expecting but then also very nervous, and then also devastated at the loss of my marriage.’ Raising kids is NOT an easy job, let alone raising a child as a single parent. B…

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Need for Zoning Regulations that Support Our Aging Population, Retirement for Older Workers 9-3-24 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

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Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International Fortune 8-22-24 More Boomers and Gen X Turn to Phased Retirement amid Inflation, Health Worries by Alicia Adamczyk More and more older workers don't want a hard-stop retirement. https://fortune.com/2024/08/22/phased-retirement-wtw-boomers-gen-x/ Apple access: https://apple.news/Afp2k6YFjQP6JVV…

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Melbourne International Games Week 2024 41:46

2M ago41:46

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This week, Vanessa Toholka and guest co-host Jack Knight take us through their Games Week ep! First up is Amy McNickle, one of High Score's co-curators, on High Score and Melbourne International Games Week. APRA AMCOS’s High Score returns on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October as part of Melbourne International Games Week 2024, bringing together mu…

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Helpline: Tips on staying connected and managing relationships after a dementia diagnosis 6:15

2M ago6:15

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Your close relationships enter new territory once you’ve been diagnosed with dementia. Roles change, people might pull away but, for the most part, your loved ones just want to know how to be there for you. This episode helps you navigate these changes. If you’d like tailored support you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. Y…

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