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As we age many of us worry about experiencing a fall, because a fall can significantly impact our confidence and independence.  When you include your loved one with dementia, this concern often grows considerably and for very good reason. Generally, the risk of falls does increase as the dementia progresses and often begin to occur in the middle to late stages of dementia. But this timing can vary greatly by the type of dementia, with some forms of dementia linked to early falls.  So, what does causes falls in your loved one with dementia, and what can you do to reduce the risk of falls? Well, that’s what you will discover today. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

At some stage communication will begin to change for your loved one with dementia. Many conversations with them will at some time feel repetitive, confusing, or emotionally charged. As a caregiver you will instinctively try to remind, correct, or even try to reorientate your loved one. While these responses come from a place of care and love, they often can increase frustration or distress, for both of you. Dementia will change how the brain of your loved one processes information, stores memories, and understands the world around them. Because of this, the way in which you communicate matters more than ever. Very small shifts in language, words, and expression, can reduce anxiety, prevent arguments, and strengthen your connection with your loved one. Today we will look at seven common phrases to avoid — and what to say instead. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

This episode will be a little controversial but it’s a topic that require discussion. Over recent years the term reversable dementia has crept into some medical language. This is occurring mainly in the United States and Canada, and it appears that doctors outside of Australia like to use this term.  And if you google the words ‘can Dementia, be reversed ?’ you will see a myriad of webpages, blogs, opinion pieces, videos, unsupported news articles, etc, that discuss reservable dementia, with many claims that promote, and advertises unsupported health practices  and misinformation on dementia related matters.  However, as supported by the global definition of dementia, I state that dementia is not reversable… Simple…  So today you will discover why I make this statement, that dementia is not reversable. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets   Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Your loved one with dementia will often experience false beliefs and delusions which they will perceive and truly believe things that are clearly not true, and these beliefs will feel very, very  real for them. These delusions and false beliefs will occur at any stage of dementia; however, these are more common as the dementia condition progresses.  They often revolve around the belief that someone is trying to hurt them and/or someone is stealing from them.  But what are false beliefs and delusions? And what can you do to support your loved one.  Well, that’s what we will discuss today. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Given the choice most people do not wish to spend time as a hospital patient, but sometimes it happens. Overall, hospitals are unpleasant places to be. There are sick people everywhere, it’s noisy, it’s busy, there are strange sounds and smells. Indeed, the staff are focused, caring and professional, but given the choice you do not wish to be a patient there for very long. Now think about your loved one with dementia. Hospitals are often very harmful for them. The Research is very strong on this. The loud, noisy, confusing and unfamiliar environment often produces severe confusion, distress, and a rapid cognitive decline in your loved one. Today you will discover why this is the case and what you can do to make it better. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Way back in series 3 I introduced you to Young Onset Dementia via the episode called ‘What is Young Onset Dementia’. In that episode you would have discovered that Young Onset Dementia is any form of dementia that occurs in people under the age of 65 years. Many people are shocked to know that people in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s do develop dementia, and it’s far more common than your community understands. You may wish to relisten to that episode. The cases of Young Onset Dementia are increasing , and today you and I will explore a range of social, medical, and demographic factors that may explain why Young Onset Dementia is growing in Australia and globally. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Welcome to series 8 of Dementia Demystified. Again, I like to throw in new words and phrases that are linked to dementia. In this episode you will hear and learn about Aphasia, what it is and how it impacts your loved one with dementia. Aphasia and dementia are two distinct conditions; however, they often intersect with each other and can significantly impact quality of life. Understanding possible signs and available treatment options is crucial for early intervention and ongoing care.  While there is currently no cure for aphasia or dementia, there are several strategies that can help manage symptoms of both and improve quality of life. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia.   I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Many know that I like to throw in new words and phrases that are linked to dementia. In this episode you will hear and learn about Apraxia, what it is and how it impacts your loved one with dementia. Apraxia and dementia are two distinct conditions; however, they often intersect with each other and can significantly impact quality of life. Understanding possible signs and available treatment options is crucial for early intervention and ongoing care.  While there is currently no cure for apraxia or dementia, there are several strategies that can help manage symptoms of both and improve quality of life. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

For those who have listen to other episodes hopefully you understand that dementia is a complex group of conditions that affect thinking, memory, and behaviour, and that there is over a hundred different diseases that will cause a dementia condition, and that dementia is not a normal part of ageing.  As awareness of dementia continues to grow, unfortunately so too has the spread of misinformation grown, including potential treatments and cures. This is concerning as it is very important to recognise and address many of the false claims to ensure your loved one living with dementia and you are not misled or put at risk. Unfortunately, there is a lot of  misleading, even dangerous information available, and that’s why it is crucial to examine the quality of health information that is online, particularly on social media because it may be inaccurate – or worse. There are many common false claims about dementia treatment. Let’s review some of them. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly. My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Young Onset Dementia is any form of dementia that occurs in people under the age of 65 years, and indeed people in their 30’s, 40’s and 50’s do develop dementia, and it’s far more common than your community understands. People with Young Onset Dementia have different experiences and often different symptoms to older people with dementia and the impact on their lives is also significantly different. Furthermore, due to some specific issues this form of dementia is often described as a more aggressive form of dementia. So today you will discover some of the reasons behind this portrayal and the implications for people living with Young Onset Dementia and their families. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets  Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

Many do not know that early signs of dementia that could be developing in your brain, many, many years before any memory problems are noticed. According to solid research and neurologists reports, there are12 signs that may indicate physical brain changes, and neurologists take sign number 9 very seriously indeed.  It very important to understand that any of these 12 signs can appear years or even decades before a dementia diagnosis are made and these small signs can begin to appear when a person is in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s. Remember dementia is not a normal part of ageing. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

As the Australian population ages, the need for effective dementia care within aged care sector has been recognised as an urgent challenge. However, several issues continue to persist, which impact the quality of life and wellbeing of your loved one living with dementia. Indeed, there are several core difficulties facing aged care facilities to provide suitable dementia care. These need to be identified and discussed pragmatically so that you and your family can advocate strongly for your loved on with dementia to get the correct support.  So, what are some of the core problems and possible solutions facing aged care facilities in providing suitable dementia care. Listen to this episode to discover more.  About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

As a regular listener to Dementia Demystified you have heard me mentioned Cognitive testing and its relationship with dementia. But what in fact is cognitive testing. What role does it play for your loved one living with dementia.  Well you will review the vital role cognitive testing plays in dementia. As with everything in life there are benefits and limitations, and it’s the same with any cognitive testing.  Listen to this episode to discover more.  About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

In a previous episode in this series, it has been discussed that dementia is recognised by the Australian government as a disability, thereby those with dementia have access to the support, legal protections, and the same human rights as everyone else. This is similar in other countries. However, many families find themselves in the position of having to actively fight for good dementia care for their loved ones. This is also similar in other countries. But why is this the case?  Well today you and I will review why sometimes families need to fight for good dementia care. About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE

50 years ago, if you had a loved one with Down Syndrome, they life expectancy was short. However, today it is very possible that a loved one with Down syndrome can expect to live into their 60s and 70s due to improvements in healthcare, early intervention, and community support. This is great news, however there is a caveat.  This increase in life expectancy comes with a significant risk of developing dementia, and this is the topic of this episode. Research estimates that 50% or more of adults with Down syndrome will develop dementia as they age, but early signs are very subtle and are often mistaken for normal ageing or simply  dismissed. You and I will discuss the link between Down Syndrome and Dementia  About me My name is Tim England and I’m the host and creator of the podcasts Dementia Demystified. I’m also a Dementia Champion and a leading voice on dementia in Australia and I have been active in this area for over 14 years.  As a freelance dementia consultant and educator who De-mystifies and De-stigmatises dementia I advocate for people living with dementia and their families to live well. With a Masters of Dementia, I’m a Dementia Specialist, Family Advocate, Educator, Columnist, Public Speaker, and an Advanced Care Planner. My family has also been touched by dementia. I hosted hundreds of free public dementia education events to raise the awareness of dementia. I’ve been featured in the Australian Journal of Dementia Care and was awarded the ‘Paul Harris Medal’ from Rotary International for Community Service. My new YouTube channel called Ask a Dementia Champion has the goal of raising the level of dementia awareness and knowledge in the community and to de-stigmatise dementia more broadly.  My style is relaxed and use simple non-complicated terms and language to effectively inform and advise so that correct choices are made, and I’m committed to finding, and sharing, bold and innovative new ideas in dementia care. Finally, I’m featured in the international award-winning dementia documentary Ticktyboo – a Secret in Plain Sight, been interviewed numerous times by community and commercial radio and international Youtubers such as the award winning All Home Care Matters, and I’ve spoken at National Dementia Conferences. So, if you a looking for someone who can share information about dementias pathology, the impact of dementia on society, and what can be done to help, then you’ve come to the right place.  Recourses  FREE Dementia Help Sheets   Contact  Website - HERE  YouTube - HERE    Linkedin – HERE  Facebook – HERE