Published by Dementia Australia
Hold the Moment is a podcast by people living with dementia and their families.
Listen on Apple PodcastsThe need for love, touch, and closeness doesn’t disappear when dementia enters our lives - but how affection is experienced and expressed can change. In our Ask Us Anything episodes, you send us your questions about living with dementia and we’ll answer them as honestly as we can. Nothing is off limits here! We explore consent after a dementia diagnosis and provide practical advice for partners and families navigating this emotionally complex territory. +++ ABOUT THIS EPISODE This ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode was hosted by Jim Rogers with advice from Louise, a National Dementia Helpline Advisor at Dementia Australia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-still-us EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
When Karen was diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, she and her husband Jonathan knew their relationship would change. What surprised them was how. "It’s just made us more tender and gentle," Karen says. They've become more mindful, more aware of each other's needs, and they're having conversations they never expected to have, including about consent as things evolve. When you hear “dementia and intimacy”, sex might be the first thing that comes to mind. But intimacy is about so much more. It's about connection, closeness, and love. And it includes the relationships beyond your romantic ones. “Intimacy is about a human connection, and that can be sex,” says Dr Catherine Barrett, CEO of Celebrate Ageing , “but it can also be loving your children or your grandchildren, or having other special relationships in your life”. Karen and Jonathan share how they’re managing the changing conditions of their relationship in real-time, and Catherine outlines some of the tools and tactics she uses in workshops to help people of all ages and abilities develop the skills of love. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. ABOUT THE GUESTS Karen is a Dementia Australia Dementia Advocate and retired teacher, coach and facilitator. Earlier this year, Karen received a diagnosis of primary progressive aphasia (language variant frontotemporal dementia). She and her husband Jonathan speak openly about how their relationship is changing in real time. Dr Catherine Barrett is the CEO of Celebrate Ageing, a charity committed to combating ageism and building respect for older people. A former nurse with more than 40 years of experience working with older people, Catherine helps people of all ages and abilities develop what she calls the skills of love. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-still-us EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
If you’re on North Wollongong Beach in New South Wales around sunrise, you’ll probably see David with his camera. After his daily morning swim, he likes to take photos of the sunrise – whenever he meets someone with young children, he offers to send them photos. “This is the sunrise on the first day of your life,” he tells them to write under the pictures. David was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2023 and instead of withdrawing, he asked himself: How can this become a new way to help people connect? Amanda knows about isolation too. She’s been caring for her mum, who lives with Lewy body dementia, since she was just 17. For years, she hid it; embarrassed, exhausted, carrying the weight alone. But eventually, she reached out for help. David and Amanda share how they’ve built and maintained connections after a diagnosis for their own sakes, but also so they can share what they’ve learned about dementia with their communities. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. ABOUT THE GUESTS Dr David Williams AM, lives in Wollongong and was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2023 after a varied career spanning industrial chemistry, recruitment and consulting, alongside decades of community leadership. He continues to foster connection through daily swims, sunrise photography and his long-standing men’s group, believing openness about diagnosis is how you make a difference. Amanda is a digital and ICT leader who works across complex industries, alongside caring for her mother Petronella, who lives with Lewy body dementia. Through Dementia Australia, she found community, became an advocate, and now speaks openly about asking for help as an act of love, for others and yourself. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-community-support EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Community can make all the difference when dementia enters a family. From practical help to emotional support, there are so many ways that people can stay connected. In our Ask Us Anything episodes, you send us your questions about living with dementia and we’ll answer them as honestly as we can. Nothing is off limits here! We give advice on supporting people with dementia in public spaces, and ways to connect with other people in your community going through a similar experience. +++ ABOUT THIS EPISODE This ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode was hosted by Jim Rogers with advice from Rose, a Policy Advisor at Dementia Australia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-community-support EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Deanne’s seen it all – with more than 25 years’ experience in banking under her belt, she has encountered customers who have been coerced out of their own money by friends, family members and even strangers. She says it’s even more common for people living with dementia. But when Deanne’s own father was diagnosed with dementia, the issue of financial vulnerability took an even more personal dimension. Robert Fitzgerald AM is the Age Discrimination Commissioner for the Australian Human Rights Commission. He says that for several reasons, financial abuse of older people, including people living with dementia, is only increasing. He lays out the common patterns that lead to abuse and offers advice on protecting yourself and your loved ones after a diagnosis. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. ABOUT THE GUESTS Deanne is a former carer and Dementia Advocate who her father through Lewy body dementia. With nearly 25 years in banking, she has seen the impact of delayed estate planning and is passionate about encouraging early, proactive decision-making following a dementia diagnosis. Age Discrimination Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald AM is a respected lawyer and advocate with extensive experience across government and community sectors. He champions the rights of older people, and is working to reduce ageism, prevent abuse and strengthen protections through policy leadership and cross-sector collaboration. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-staying-control EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Managing money is tricky for anyone, and dementia can make it even harder. So what are the best ways to keep control and make informed choices around our finances? In our Ask Us Anything episodes, you send us your questions about living with dementia and we’ll answer them as honestly as we can. Nothing is off limits here! We discuss putting the right supports in place, and what to do if you’re worried someone might be taking advantage of a person living with dementia. +++ ABOUT THIS EPISODE This ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode was hosted by Jim Rogers with advice from Rose, a Policy Advisor at Dementia Australia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-staying-control EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
When Louise’s husband was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease, she knew the day would come. What she didn’t expect was how hard it would be to find a place that could actually take him. For Susan, the challenge was different. Her Italian-born father rarely spoke about his wartime childhood. But in residential care, something as simple as a uniform could transport him back decades in an instant. Moving into residential care is one of the toughest decisions for many people living with dementia and their families. When is the right time to move, how do you find an appropriate place, and how do you even start the conversation? Co-hosts Jim and Hamish talk with Louise and Susan about the reality of transitioning into residential care, the hard parts, the unexpected ones, and the small, peaceful moments that made it worthwhile. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. ABOUT THE GUESTS Former carer Louise’s husband Craig was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s disease at 46. Navigating a system not designed for younger people, Louise founded the Think Again campaign and now raises awareness while sharing her experience supporting Craig through care. Susan cared for her father Tony, a gentle and hardworking man who experienced moments of great distress as his dementia progressed. Drawing on her experience navigating residential care, she now advocates for greater awareness, understanding and more personalised support for people living with dementia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-residential-care EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Moving into residential care is never an easy decision, but it's about finding support, safety and dignity along the way. In our Ask Us Anything episodes, you send us your questions about living with dementia and we’ll answer them as honestly as we can. Nothing is off limits here! We discuss how to navigate daily routines when your loved one stops wanting to shower, and residential care for people with young onset dementia. +++ ABOUT THIS EPISODE This ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode was hosted by Jim Rogers with advice from Jane, a Senior Family Engagement Counsellor at Dementia Australia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-residential-care EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Caring for a parent with dementia in your teens, 20s or 30s brings challenges most people don’t see. In our Ask Us Anything episodes, you send us your questions about living with dementia and we’ll answer them as honestly as we can. Nothing is off limits here! We examine the pressures young carers face and share advice on managing the juggle. +++ ABOUT THIS EPISODE This ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode was hosted by Jim Rogers with advice from Jane, a Senior Family Counsellor at Dementia Australia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-big-responsibilities EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Tully was only 15 when her mother was diagnosed with young onset dementia. She figured nobody at school would understand. John’s experience has, thankfully, been quite different. He’s 25 now, and cares for his grandmother who lives with dementia. Caring for her has been so rewarding for him that he’s now a professional support worker and studying to be a counsellor. Caring for a loved one living with dementia always has its challenges, and a sense of isolation is a common one. But for younger carers, that isolation can be even more profound. So few people in their teens or early twenties have done it, so it can feel like nobody around you understands the struggle. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. ABOUT THE GUESTS Tully Smyth is a writer, content creator and Dementia Australia Ambassador who was just 15 when her mother was diagnosed with young onset dementia, an experience she now shares as an advocate for other young carers. John has been caring for loved ones since the age of five and is now a professional support worker studying to become a counsellor. John cares for his Mum as well as his Nonna, who lives with Parkinson’s disease and dementia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-big-responsibilities EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
If dementia alters how you express yourself, what you like, even how your senses work... what does it really mean to still be yourself after a diagnosis? Gwenda’s been living with behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia since 2012, and yes, a lot has changed. Her sense of smell is different now. She’s recently moved into a residential aged care community. She lives day-to-day with a progressive neurological condition. But here’s the thing: Gwenda is also living some of the best years of her life. A fierce dementia advocate, and a woman who refuses to be flattened by assumptions, Gwenda is adamant that a dementia diagnosis doesn’t define who you are, and that there’s no single way to “do” dementia. “To assume that somebody living with dementia isn’t meeting the norms is about you not getting to know them,” Gwenda says. “It’s your problem, not theirs.” Gwenda sits down with hosts Jim and Hamish to talk frankly about identity, adaptation and why joy hasn’t disappeared from her life, it’s simply changed shape. They explore how carers and families can better understand the deeply individual ways dementia shows up and how curiosity, rather than fear, can transform relationships. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. ABOUT THE GUESTS Gwenda is a proud Palawa woman, Dementia Australia Dementia Advocate and former member of the Aged Care Council of Elders. Diagnosed with behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia in 2012, she has spent more than a decade challenging the stigma that often accompanies dementia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode via the Dementia Australia website . EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
As dementia progresses, the way people express themselves can change, sometimes in subtle ways and sometimes more dramatically. In our Ask Us Anything episodes, you send us your questions about living with dementia and we’ll answer them as honestly as we can. Nothing is off limits here! We offer practical and compassionate strategies for people struggling with evening routines, and for when a loved one’s language reverts to mother tongue. +++ ABOUT THIS EPISODE This ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode was hosted by Jim Rogers with advice from Louise, a National Dementia Helpline Advisor at Dementia Australia. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. SERVICES & RESOURCES Find links, services and information from this episode → https://www.dementia.org.au/episode-still-me EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Dementia is now Australia's leading cause of death and yet the conversations that matter most are still the hardest to have. Hold the Moment returns for a third season to change that. Co-hosted by Jim Rogers, who is living with young onset Alzheimer's disease, and Hamish Macdonald, a leading journalist who cared for his father through Lewy Body dementia and Parkinson's, the show brings the voices of people living with dementia and those who love them into the open. Real people. Hard questions. No filter. Series 3 goes further than ever before, into the risk of financial abuse, the isolation faced by young carers, the heartbreak and hope of childhood dementia, and the surprisingly peaceful possibility of palliative care. Jim shares how his own condition has progressed since Series 2, and both hosts sit with guests whose experiences will challenge, move, and inform anyone touched by this disease. Alongside the 10 main episodes, bonus Ask Us Anything episodes put listener questions directly to experts, covering everything from consent and intimacy to showering routines and residential care. Nothing is off limits. Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. NEED SUPPORT? Contact the National Dementia Helpline: 1800 100 500. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - funded by the Australian Government. EPISODE CREDITS Produced by Liam Riordan | Sound design by Slade Gibson | Executive producers: Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan | Production manager: Ann Chesterman FOLLOW DEMENTIA AUSTRALIA Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
When Kath who lives with dementia became confused inside a public toilet, her husband Bob knew something had to change. What started as one small fix in the tiny coastal town of Tumby Bay, South Australia, soon grew into action by the local council — and sparked a ripple effect reaching communities far beyond their town. No one can make big changes on their own. Dementia Australia’s National Manager Dementia-Friendly Communities Belinda Curtis explains how small actions can lead to lasting change and why connection really matters when it comes to assisting those living with a dementia diagnosis. +++ Hold The Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers. Follow Dementia Australia on Instagram and find support resources online . Dementia Australia’s Dementia-Friendly Communities program informs and supports people who want to collaborate with people living with dementia to create communities where everyone can participate. This episode was produced by Amelia Navascues with sound design by Slade Gibson. The executive producers are Sarah Dabro and Kellie Riordan. Production manager is Ann Chesterman. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
So much changes when someone you love is diagnosed with dementia and often the most difficult adjustment can be coming to terms with how it affects your relationship. You might still be parent-and-child, romantic partners, siblings, but you’ll also have to step into a new role entirely as a carer. For Col, this feels like ‘taking his turn’. His wife Shirley took on much of the caring work when they were raising kids together, and now Col and the kids are looking after her. For Sanna, who cared for her mother, the relationship shift was much more dramatic. After being diagnosed, Sanna’s mother didn’t recognise her at all and it looked, for a little while, like their connection might’ve disappeared altogether... Dementia changes things and it will change your relationship with the person you’re caring for – but you can take steps to ease the change for both of you. +++ Hold The Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. For support, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 (24 hours a day, seven days a week). The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. Follow Dementia Australia on Facebook and Instagram or find support resources on our website. This episode was produced by Gia Moylan and Liam Riordan, with sound design by Ryan Pemberton. The executive producers are Gia Moylan and Kellie Riordan. Production manager is Ann Chesterman. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
It’s tough watching someone you love change, especially when it starts to shift the way you relate to each other. As a carer, your role evolves in ways you may not have expected, which can make things feel uncertain. This episode has tips and ideas to help you maintain your connection. If you’d like personalised advice on how to reconnect or just smooth any tensions as your relationship changes, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. You can call 24 hours a day, or request a callback, start a webchat or send an email with whatever is on your mind. To hear how other carers have re-connected with their loved ones, you can also [listen to this episode of Hold the Moment] . +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios . Follow Dementia Australia on Instagram and find support resources online . This episode was hosted by Jim Rogers and Kristin, a National Dementia Helpline Advisor. It was produced by Luci McAfee. Executive producers are Gia Moylan and Kellie Riordan. The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Caring for others often means putting your own needs on the back burner but you can’t give your best if you're running on empty. Self-care is crucial to avoid burnout and stay healthy. This episode has tips to help you find time for yourself while in the chaos of caring. If you’d like personalised support, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. You can call 24 hours a day, or request a callback, start a webchat or send an email with whatever is on your mind. To hear how other carers are managing their self-care, you can listen to this episode of Hold The Moment] +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios . Follow Dementia Australia on Facebook and Instagram or find support resources on our website. This episode was hosted by Jim Rogers and Kristin, a National Dementia Helpline Advisor. It was produced by Luci McAfee. Executive producers are Gia Moylan and Kellie Riordan. The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
Vicki’s pain wasn’t going away and she couldn’t figure out why. She was healthy, ate well, exercised regularly...but the pain just wouldn’t let up, even keeping her from sleeping sometimes. Finally, she realised it might be the culmination of years of stress. She’d cared for her husband, Michael, for over a decade and he’d only just transitioned into permanent residential care. For the first time, she felt relief – but her body was catching up after years of pushing through exhaustion. Caring for someone living with dementia can be emotionally and mentally overwhelming but it can take a physical toll too. Find out how Vicki regained her health and how you can implement self-care while caring for someone else. +++ Hold The Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. For support, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 (24 hours a day, seven days a week). The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. Follow Dementia Australia on Facebook and Instagram or find support resources on our website. This episode was produced by Gia Moylan and Liam Riordan, with sound design by Ryan Pemberton. The executive producers are Gia Moylan and Kellie Riordan. Production manager is Ann Chesterman. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Managing paid work and caring for your loved one with dementia is a delicate juggling act, with many balls in the air at a time. While it’s tricky to keep from dropping any, it doesn’t always have to be an either/or decision between caregiving and your career. This episode will give you practical strategies for approaching your employer and finding ways to balance both roles without losing yourself in the process. If you’d like personalised advice on how to balance both worlds, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500. You can call 24 hours a day, or request a callback, start a webchat or send an email with whatever is on your mind. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios . Follow Dementia Australia on Facebook and Instagram or find support resources on our website. This episode was hosted by Jim Rogers and Kristin, a National Dementia Helpline Advisor. It was produced by Luci McAfee. Executive producers are Gia Moylan and Kellie Riordan. The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Dementia Australia acknowledges and appreciates the support of the Australian Government for this initiative.
If you’re caring for someone living with dementia, you know it can take just as much work as any formal job... but many carers need to continue paid work while caring. So how do you manage that juggle? Wendy loves her work, especially the intellectual challenges it presents, so didn’t want to give up her career when she took on caring duties for her dad. Instead, she moved to part-time employment so she could have more flexibility and control over her and her dad’s schedules. Find out how to balance work commitments and caring duties, whether that means a frank conversation with your managers or some clever timetabling around medical appointments. +++ Hold the Moment is a podcast from Dementia Australia, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Jim Rogers and Hamish Macdonald. For support, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 (24 hours a day, seven days a week). The National Dementia Helpline is funded by the Australian Government. Follow Dementia Australia on Facebook and Instagram or find support resources on our website. This episode was produced by Gia Moylan and Liam Riordan, with sound design by Ryan Pemberton. The executive producers are Gia Moylan and Kellie Riordan. Production manager is Ann Chesterman. Dementia Australia and Deadset Studios acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.