Types of Clinicians, Specialists and Staff
Learn about the types of clinicians, specialists and staff you might meet in a memory clinic and how they can help support you
“If the individual can be armed with these really simple but powerful statements and letting other people know what they need from them, that gives them, again, the confidence and the success to continue to be a good communicator. The earlier we can have those discussions the better.”
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The Role of Social Work in Dementia Care
People with dementia and their families see many different doctors and health care providers following a diagnosis. Some may be surprised to know that social workers play a role in dementia care as well. Jeni Synnes, a social worker at UW Health,…
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How Occupational Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists Support Cognitive Health
When memory, thinking or communication changes begin, knowing where to turn for support can make all the difference. In this episode, we explore how two key health care specialties can help individuals and families meet those challenges with confidence. Sarah Gunderson, an…
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The Fundamentals of Neuropsychology: Breaking Down Cognition, Memory and More
The brain is the most complex part of the human body, controlling thought, memory, emotion, motor skills, sensory input and all the processes that regulate our bodies. How exactly does it work, and how are clinicians able to determine whether brain changes…
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Poetry and Memory: A Poem by Dr. Fabu Carter
In this special holiday bonus episode, we are joined by poet laureate, writer, and senior outreach specialist, Dr. Fabu Carter, to discuss the impact of poetry on memory loss and a reading of her poem “For Our Beloved Elders with Memory Loss.”…