Here's the link to the episode that talks all about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gn_ZZXunrcqHn7M Can Technology & Innovation Improve the Future of Aging in Place? Their website is www.caregiversmartsolutions.com If you use code FADING50 for 50% off!

@@marydavis2070 we love this trail. It's the Independence trail at the South Yuba Gap state park. California. It's a perfect spot to let her go leash free.

@@WhiteytheLab the dog before Luna loved me more than he loved himself. Developed severe nerve arthritis in his back legs but insisted on walking with us. Glad you have a border collie to adventure with.

@@alzpodcast They're such fine souls. Sorry about your pup's arthritis 😞 They drag me out into the sunshine, whether it's 25 or 105 degrees outside (lol). Thanks for letting me yammer, and I love your walking paths. I gotta admit I've been waiting for the chill to come so we can go on some of our more isolated paths (was waiting for the wasps and snakes to go away for the winter.)

@@WhiteytheLab we're looking forward to this trail in the snow.

@@alzpodcast yep, no snakes (lol)

@@brittneyc.brookes1455 one will when the time is right. We've had 6 Goldens, Luna is #5. Luna is a sassy gal who does her own thing but lives her human almost as much as food!

@alzpodcast I learned a study was done on dogs brain functions. Human relationships were as rewarding as.. let's say, a treat... showing that having a relationship is as important to them as "breathing, sleeping, eating,.. being alive" Ps- I didn't fret a bit. She shows the love she receives. Some fear to open their hearts again.. and forget that their love is worth sending to another creature. Of any sort.. really.

@@brittneyc.brookes1455 Interesting study. She proved recently, that I am very important to her. Our neighborhood dog walker, who loves Luna to death, was at the dog park. I had a meeting to get to so she said she'd bring Luna home later. Luna freaked out, thinking she got left behind, even though she knew she was with her dog walker friend. Luna swam across the pond (half a football field) ran up the slope to the parking lot before dog walkers friend caught up to her. Everyone was so worried about her, but dog walker friend had treats, so all was well. Glad to know she loves me enough not to want to get left behind. Truth be told she probably wanted me to stay so she could continue fishing in the pond!

@@FloydFling-kh7qf it's actually pretty good. Gravy for the sauce, not pizza sauce. I could do without the potatoes but that's just me. It's a fun twist on leftovers.

@@TheEverSerene it's such a no brainer I don't know why I didn't think of it sooner.

Well I've never heard of it before, so thank you for sharing it!

@ glad to help. Each sheet goes pretty far.

You'e welcome. This is a good book for caregivers.

@@alzpodcast it absolutely is!

@@RATJUICETTV what's the job exactly? It can be rewarding but a it's tough job.

Hello 😊

Thanks! I try to share the wisdom when it strikes.

Thanks. Everyone is different and different diseases present with their own unique symptoms, so it's good to hear a variety of experiences. Allysons episode has some hair raising stories you don't want to miss.

@@bellamee2775 I'm so sorry about your Mom. What you're experiencing with your grandma is very common. She likely thinks you're your Mom because her mind is at a time when your Mom was your current age. I know it's tough. Maybe if you visit & she thinks you're Mom, you can learn stories about her. This disease is a monster. I wish ninjas better advice.

Our entire culture around aging and dying is terrible. Your experience proves that. I took care of my Mom and too many professionals (doctors especially) treated me like I was her driver, not her advocate or her daughter. I'm sorry you've had such negative experiences from families. I always tried to be as big a help as I could to everyone involved with Moms care.

My Mom died at barely 77. She was very impaired for years before that. At least 10. It's called early-onset Alzheimers. Our brains are designed to last longer than our early 60s. We do have slowing of brain processing as we age, but not in the way she ended up. She had memory issues from her early 50s. I'm pretty sure you wouldn't want people to think you were worthless in your 60s.

@@DRC4547 I've tried. I get "you know..."

@@Rambletambleforever not that I'm aware of. I know one family put their mom on one daily but it didn't seem to have any affect.

Very true. Everyone has a different journey. Learning from each other does make it a bit easier.