Dementia and PersonHood(TM)
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome gerontologist Sonya Barsness to talk with us about the importance of viewing dementia through the lens of personhood. Listen as we discuss the need to shift perspectives from seeing individuals as mere patients to recognizing their full humanity and potential for living well. Sonya shares insights on the role of gerontology, available resources for those affected by dementia, and the significance of community support. Join us as we learn more about the importance of advocacy, education, and maintaining meaningful relationships with loved ones living with dementia.
Meet our Special Guest!
Sonya Barsness is a revisionary gerontologist with 30 years of professional experience in the field of aging and dementia. Sonya works to apply a new paradigm of dementia driven by the lived experience of people living with dementia that focuses on LIVING and the totality of who people are as human beings, not merely their “deficits” due to cognitive challenges. Sonya is the founder of Sonya Barsness Consulting (SBC), which offers products and services to individuals and organizations to support people to live well with dementia. Sonya is the creator of PersonHood(TM), which provides a community of education and support that focuses on supporting the PERSON with dementia in LIVING. She is also the author of www.beingheard.blog.
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Additional Resources
Dementia Action Alliance website
National Council of Dementia Minds website
Read books, blogs, newsletters written by people living with dementia when you can!
You might also be interested in listening to Dr. Fayron Epps’ discussion about AlterDementia also found on Aging for All!
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