Is Home the Answer? Rethinking Long Term Dementia Care

The long-term care system for people with dementia is facing a critical juncture. With limited resources and overwhelmed facilities, the idea of home dementia care is gaining traction. This episode tackles this complex issue, exploring both the challenges and the potential of creating a safe and supportive home environment. A Crisis on Many Fronts: Societal Shifts: We'll look at the changing landscape of long-term care, including understaffing and the impact on the well-being of patients with dementia. The Home Advantage: Discover the potential benefits of home care, focusing on creating a familiar and secure space for your loved one. Caregiver Challenges: We'll discuss the crucial role of caregivers and explore the need for stronger support systems. A Call to Action: Susie Singer Carter's Documentary: We'll delve into the powerful film, "No Country for Old People," and its message of challenging the status quo and advocating for systemic change. Reframing the Conversation: Explore how we can shift the narrative around long-term dementia care, prioritizing compassion, dignity, and effective care strategies. Join us as we navigate the complexities of home dementia care. By acknowledging the crisis in long-term care and exploring innovative approaches, we can work towards a brighter future where all individuals with dementia receive the care and respect they deserve. What Is Being Done About This Crisis? To address these challenges, Susie Singer Carter's documentary, "No Country for Old People," serves as a constructive call to action. It urges us to challenge norms, advocate for regulatory reforms, and contribute to a society valuing the dignity and well-being of our aging population. In reshaping the narrative surrounding long-term care, we envision a future where elderly individuals receive the respect and care they genuinely deserve. 00:05:45 - Susie discusses her mom's journey in long term care00:11:35 - Susie explains how she wants to help support change with her documentary00:16:15 - Susie describes the problems with the current nursing home system00:21:15 - Susie talks about ageism and its role in problems with elder care00:26:10 - Susie discusses understaffing and neglect issues in long term care00:31:45 - Susie describes her mom's pressure wound and hospitalization00:36:15 - Susie explains issues with billing incentives in the healthcare system00:41:30 - Susie discusses problems with lack of oversight in long term care00:46:20 - Susie shares about starting to film her documentary00:51:15 - Susie provides details on fundraising for finishing the documentary Lots of places to find out more about Susie! IMDB   WEBSITE  FACEBOOK  INSTAGRAM  LINKEDIN  WIKIPEDIA  LOVE CONQUERS ALZ LINKS   I LOVE LUCIFER LINKS   MY MOM AND THE GIRL    NOCOUNTRYFOROLDPEOPLE (website) DONATION TO GET NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE FINISHED  (VIA NATIONAL CONSUMER VOICE) SIZZLE NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE TRAILER NO COUNTRY FOR OLD PEOPLE ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related episodes: Long Term Care Insurance Options Explained Long-Term Care - Low-Cost Care Options +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. Stop 100% of Unwanted Calls with imp. Did you know people with Alzheimer's can receive nearly 200 spam calls a week? You can put a stop to those now. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Relevate from NeuroReserve Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Join Fading Memories On Social Media!