Empowering Communities Through Dementia Awareness
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome Lisa Brownlee Johnson, a nurse practitioner and geriatrician, to discuss the importance of community engagement in dementia screening and holistic health. Join us as Lisa shares her experiences in the healthcare field, emphasizing the need for accessible dementia screenings, building trust within the African-American community, and […]
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 […]
AlterDementia
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome Dr. Fayron Epps, an expert in caregiver research and the founder of the ALTER program. Dr. Epps discusses her work in creating dementia-friendly congregations, particularly within the Black community, and emphasizes the importance of caregiver support, community engagement, and the challenges faced in changing the culture […]