Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving

About Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving

Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving is a weekly podcast hosted by yours truly, Krystal Jakosky. I’ve always been open to discussing death and the end-of-life challenges we will all face. Yet, in November of 2023, my Mom was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, and suddenly everything became a LOT more real. My aim is to bring awareness and understanding of the rollercoaster specific to Lewy Body. If you are supporting someone or know of someone who is dealing with dementia in any way, I hope this podcast can be a boost and support. Simply knowing you’re not alone can be the best lifeline. You can listen to the Lewy Body and Mindful Caregiving podcast on any platform you use to listen, OR you can watch it on my Youtube channel. These videos will be a front-row, visual witness to the struggles, challenges, heartbreaks, and humor I’ll experience as I learn. You may think humor is an odd statement to add here. I assure you, it’s not. Finding and cherishing the moments that make us laugh is paramount to mental health, especially when you’re faced with a disease like Lewy Body.

Publisher

Krystal Jakosky

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jul 2023

Latest episode

13 Feb 2025

Latest episodes

64 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Feb 2025

   Projections and Assumptions

   Just returned from a rejuvenating weekend away, and I'm here to dive deep into a topic that's been on my heart—projections and assumptions in caregiving. ✨ Join me as I unravel the emotions hidden beneath my mom's words, like her oft-repeated "you're so busy," which speaks volumes about her loneliness and desire for connection. In this episode, I'll share personal insights into understanding these cues, embracing patience, and finding ways to create meaningful moments amidst the challenge of Lewy body dementia. Take a deep breath, practice some self-care, and let's navigate this journey together.

2. 

   30 Jan 2025

   The Importance of Having a Medical Log

   Today, I’m diving deep into the importance of maintaining a detailed medication log for our loved ones. Having juggled numerous meds for my mom, I've learned the hard way about the significance of recording not just the 'what,' but the 'why' of every shift. This log has become my lifesaver in tracking changes and managing side effects. Plus, always make time for a little self-care! We're in this journey together.

3. 

   19 Dec 2024

   Navigating Holiday Traditions: Mindful Caregiving for Loved Ones with Dementia

   Lewy Body podcast host guides caregivers on honoring holiday traditions while prioritizing mindful care for loved ones with dementia, fostering a joyful and peaceful holiday season.

Reach and audience

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

YouTube views

23,976

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

7 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 71 / 100

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

Quality

65

Social presence

94

YouTube

76

Engagement

68

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