Know Dementia® Podcast

About Know Dementia® Podcast

Helpful, educational information regarding Dementia, Care Planning, Brain Health, and the possible causes of major and minor cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer's Dementia, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, Frontotemporal Degeneration, traumatic brain injury, and neuroinflammation, among others.

Publisher

Dementia Society of America®

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Dec 2022

Latest episode

8 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

32 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Sept 2026

   DU Care Conversations: Immersive Virtual Reality in Dementia Care

   Dementia Unplugged: Care Conversations between PJ Ware, Susan Lemongelli, and Dr. Jeannine Forrest, Advisory Council, Dementia Society of America - she is a leading expert in the field of Dementia care. Recorded August MMXXVI.

2. 

   3 Aug 2026

   Dementia Horizons: Meaningful Activities

   Creating meaningful activities for individuals with Dementia enhances quality of life by promoting purpose, joy, and engagement. Activities should be tailored to each stage of Dementia. In early stages, focus on independence, cognitive challenges, hobbies, and social interaction. In middle stages, simple activities like picture games, music, and memory boxes, ensure safety and enjoyment. Late-stage activities center on sensory stimulation, comfort, and emotional connection using touch, sound,...

3. 

   1 Jul 2026

   Dementia Horizons: Hiring Help

   Hiring paid help for a loved one with Dementia can be essential as care needs increase. This guide explains when to seek assistance, types of caregivers—companions, home health aides, and nurses—and the hiring process. Key steps include assessing care needs, setting a budget, creating a job description, and choosing between agency or private hire. Interviews should evaluate experience, personality, and training. Conduct background checks and confirm certifications. Establish expectations, rou...

Who has been a guest on Know Dementia® Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Laynie Dratch
• Dr Natali Edmonds
• Don Kent
• Dr William Chou
• Rev Judith Watt

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

498,870

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

23

Social presence

0

YouTube

82

Engagement

0