Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast

Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast

Elizabeth Thompson speaks about the journey family members might navigate when a loved one has Alzheimer’s Disease and/or Dementia.

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November 3, 2025 18 mins

Season 3 is here!

LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts at Cottey College in Nevada, Missouri.

In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' Elizabeth and Charlie talk about Genetics and its connections with dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified...

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In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' Elizabeth and Charlie talk about the things we should never do or say to someone living with dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about ...

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April 7, 2025 19 mins

In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' Elizabeth and Charlie talk about updated dementia statistics.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, incl...

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March 31, 2025 19 mins

In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' Elizabeth and Charlie talk about TBI also known as Traumatic Brain Injury.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related...

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March 24, 2025 17 mins

In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' Elizabeth and Charlie talk about Huntington's Disease.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, includi...

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In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' special guest MARY STOINSKI is on the podcast to talk about the importance of Routine and Structure.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they c...

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March 10, 2025 24 mins

In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' special guest MARY STOINSKI is on the podcast to talk about the important role music can play with people who have dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and C...

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March 3, 2025 20 mins

In this episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' Charlie and Elizabeth discuss what Rights residents in Memory Care have.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related t...

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February 24, 2025 24 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss how to prepare yourself for a dining out experience with your loved one with Dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they ...

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February 17, 2025 25 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss how Spirituality can have a positive impact on a person with Dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about d...

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February 10, 2025 22 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss how we can maintain dignity for someone with dementia and why it is important.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat...

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February 3, 2025 18 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss what is Grounding also known as Earthing.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, inc...

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January 27, 2025 16 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss what is Palliative Care.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal e...

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January 20, 2025 20 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss current research updates within the dementia world.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topic...

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January 13, 2025 20 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss the importance of Intergenerational Connections and the value of it.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about demen...

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January 6, 2025 27 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss Alzheimers Disease.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experience...

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December 30, 2024 19 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss what is Frontotemporal Dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including person...

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December 23, 2024 26 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss how having PETS can help navigate dementia.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, inclu...

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In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss how to go about giving a person with Dementia, GIFTS.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related top...

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December 9, 2024 25 mins

In this episode of Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast Charlie and Elizabeth discuss how to navigate PAIN and its relation to DEMENTIA.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics...

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