Navigating Dementia with Shamayne Leelawati - SYOK Podcast [ENG]

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An Ode to Caregivers | Navigating Dementia S2E10
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Eleven years ago, Shamayne Leelawati's father was diagnosed with vascular dementia. Now, as a certified dementia care specialist, she is on a mission to create awareness of the disease and support families living with dementia. Shamayne shares her experience as a dementia caregiver and ways to navigate the challenging journey she has embarked on. Website: www.mindconcern.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mindconcern Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mind.concern/ . For sponsorships or collaborations, email hello@syok.my or WhatsApp 012-2494632

Episodes

10 May 2023
An Ode to Caregivers | Navigating Dementia S2E10
In the season finale, Shamayne shares some comforting and validating words for all the caregivers in the world.
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14m 06s
4 May 2023
Winning an Argument with Someone with Dementia | Navigating Dementia S2E9
What if you're the kind of person who needs to have the last word in an argument? You definitely can’t win an argument with a person living with dementia! We discuss why and how to handle this instead.
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21m 05s
27 Apr 2023
Mini-sode: “My siblings and I can’t agree on our father’s care arrangements, which has put a massive strain on our relationship.” | Navigating Dementia S2E8
Generally speaking, family conflict is emotionally tasking and exhausting, what more when the care of your loved one with dementia is at the heart of it. Shamayne talks about how to approach family conflicts when caring for a loved one with dementia.
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13m 18s
20 Apr 2023
Activities Every Care Partner Needs To Know | Navigating Dementia S2E7
Some activities have proven to be particularly helpful for those with dementia, to help stimulate their minds or simply to keep them busy. This week we discuss activities and programs that you can bring into your caregiving plan.
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16m 52s
12 Apr 2023
How to live well with memory loss | Navigating Dementia S2E6
The person may lose self-confidence and be embarrassed by their difficulties. They may begin to withdraw from social situations or stop doing things they usually do. Ultimately, living with memory loss is far from easy, but there are ways to cope.
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20m 39s
6 Apr 2023
Communicating with someone with Dementia | Navigating Dementia S2E5
Communicating can become more difficult over time, as the person’s dementia gets worse. Shamayne discusses the communication strategies she employs with her father.
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25m 14s
29 Mar 2023
Mini-Sode: “How can I get my mom off my back? She follows me everywhere!” | Navigating Dementia S2E4
On the first mini episode of the season, Shamayne and Yasmin tackle a listener's question about shadowing and how to manage when your loved one with dementia 'can't get off your back'. 
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16m 37s
15 Mar 2023
When Is It Time To Switch To A Care Facility? | Navigating Dementia S2E3
Shamayne and Yasmin tackle the difficult and slightly controversial decision to send loved ones to a care facility. When is it the right time, if ever, and how can you tell it would be the right decision?
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12m 54s
8 Mar 2023
Dealing with Caregiver Guilt | Navigating Dementia S2E2
Guilt is a complex emotion to navigate, particularly when it's guilt regarding a loved one. Shamayne talks about some reasons why some caregivers feel guilty when caring for their loved ones and shares some personal anecdotes.
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24m 57s
1 Mar 2023
What changes can you expect in a person diagnosed with Dementia? | Navigating Dementia S2E1
Welcome back to Navigating Dementia. Shamayne and Yasmin are back with an all-new season! In the season opener, they take a look at what changes occur in early, mid and late-stage dementia and how each stage is different for this progressive disease.
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22m 19s
Eleven years ago, Shamayne Leelawati's father was diagnosed with vascular dementia. Now, as a certified dementia care specialist, she is on a mission to create awareness of the disease and support families living with dementia. Shamayne shares her experience as a dementia caregiver and ways to navigate the challenging journey she has embarked on. Website: www.mindconcern.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mindconcern Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mind.concern/ . For sponsorships or collaborations, email hello@syok.my or WhatsApp 012-2494632

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