Feb 27 2025 66 mins
Today we talk in detail about caring for a loved one with Author Alfredo Botello, who wrote the book Spin Cycle: Notes from a Reluctant Caregiver. Alfredo took care of his mother living with dementia. You will hear about a variety of experiences, and how he coped and adapted as he cared for his mom. You will get a lot of great tips to make your journey a bit easier.
Learn About:
Honest comments on real situations
Shame and guilt - recognizing it and dealing with it.
Time orientation, appointments, and activities
Tracking and dispersing medications
Grooming, clothing, personality, and dignity.
Fixing vs. Acceptance
Alzheimer’s Speaks Blog Post
https://alzheimersspeaks.com/open-mic-on-alzheimers-speaks-strategies-when-caring/
YouTube Video
Apple Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432
Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7b438kAIPltGao9bmc2HVb
Pod Links
Alzheimer’s Speaks Website
https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/
Dementia Map
https://dementiamap.com/events/#!event/2025/2/25/alzheimer-apos-s-speaks-open-mic-airs
Contact Alfredo Botello
Website https://alfredobotello.com
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551868357118
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-botello-aa16aaa0/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alfredo_botello_author/
Twitter/X https://x.com/alfredobotello
Book https://www.amazon.com/Spin-Cycle-Notes-Reluctant-Caregiver/dp/B0DLDR8NSS/
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These conversations are always interesting. Here are future recording dates if you would like to join us.
Mar. 18th, 2025
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