Mar 01 2024 33 mins
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Navigating Challenges in Memory Care: Ken's Journey with Shanna
Ken shares his personal experiences dealing with his wife Shanna's increasingly challenging behaviors due to Alzheimer's disease. He recounts the struggles faced while Shanna was in a memory care facility, including incidents with staff and other residents that led to stress and fear of Shanna being kicked out.
Ken also discusses how unresolved issues from Shanna's past resurfaced during her disease progression and the pivotal moments that led to her eventual move to a more compassionate facility. This episode emphasizes the importance of advocating for loved ones and finding the right care environment.
00:00 Introduction: Recognizing New Behaviors
00:35 Welcome to the Surviving Alzheimer's Podcast
02:00 Shanna's Background and Early Challenges
03:44 The Struggles at Home
07:04 Transition to Memory Care
10:01 Incidents with Caregivers
15:31 Shana's Struggles with Mean Girls
16:42 Management Changes and New Challenges
18:54 Fears of Eviction and Confrontation
20:47 The Critical Meeting
23:17 Negotiating Shanna's Care
24:27 Finding a New Home for Shana
25:45 Adjusting to the New Facility
27:33 Reflections and Advice for Caregivers
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