Your go-to resource for trauma-informed, Montessori dementia care, where we are rewriting the script of dementia care, making it successful and accessible.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute and dementia care advice and no professional client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Dr. Heather Sandison on Reversing Alzheimer's and Lifestyle Supports for Dementia
In this episode, we celebrate the one-year anniversary of the podcast with our first guest, Dr. Heather Sandison, who shares her journey in supporting Alzheimer's patients and improving memory and cognition through lifestyle changes. The conversation covers the importance of community, individualized care, and practical tips for caregivers. Dr. Sandison emphasizes the role of diet, social engagement, and mindset in improving cognitive health and shares inspiring success stories from her practice.
Dr. Sandison’s work is based on Dr. Dale Bredesen’s ReCODE and it has shown improvement in cognition and memory for her clients.
In this podcast you will hear about clients who have had increased MoCA scores showing improved cognition on the program. But even more than the memory score increases, you will hear how people regained language, improved memory, and improved functional ability! We also talk about the foundational lifestyle changes you can do that can help improve cognitive function.
Dr. Heather Sandison, runs Marama, a residential facility that specializes in improving cognitive decline for people with Alzheimer’s Disease. She is also the author of The New York Times bestseller Reversing Alzheimer’s: The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health, and founder of Solcere, a cognitive health clinic.
(We did have a bit of audio trouble in this recording and have balanced it as well as possible. Thank you for understanding!)
* This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Do not make any medical or lifestyle changes without consulting your doctor, or the doctor of your person with dementia. *
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Dr. Sandison’s Links:
Website: https://www.drheathersandison.com/ (https://www.drheathersandison.com/)
Podcast: Think Well, Age Well: https://www.drheathersandison.com/resources/thinkwell-agewell/ (https://www.drheathersandison.com/resources/thinkwell-agewell/)
Research links on The Bredesen ReCODE program and Dr. Sandison’s work: https://www.maramaathome.com/research (https://www.maramaathome.com/research)
Marama at Home program: https://www.maramaathome.com/ (https://www.maramaathome.com/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/ (https://www.instagram.com/dr.heathersandison/)
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11 Jul 2025
When Should I Put a Tracker on My Person with Dementia?
In this episode we discuss the topic of tracking your person with dementia with things like an AirTag or other devices, what you need to consider, and the professionals you need to consult before you make a decision like this. This is not as simple as so many online dementia advice groups or internet searches lead you to believe.
This is the first in our three part series of questions from listeners.
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. Do not make any lifestyle changes without consulting your doctor. All medical and medical capacity decisions should be made with your doctor/ your person with dementia’s doctor. Do not make any legal decisions without consulting your elder law attorney.
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Podcast Email: connectedcompanionspodcast@gmail.com
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2 Jun 2025
The Power of Signage and Environmental Cues in Dementia Care
Hosts Olivia and Katie explore the use of signage and environmental cues in dementia care, emphasizing personalized approaches and the impact of tailored cues on improving the quality of life for individuals.
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