Episode 64: Embracing Life After 60 - Dementia Warning Signs + What to Do Next: A Caregiver’s Guide with Vivian Reed (Part 1)

When Alzheimer’s enters a family, it rarely announces itself with a siren. It whispers. A missed appointment. A repeated question. A familiar drive that suddenly isn’t familiar.

In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, Robin McCoy sits down with Vivian Reed, Alzheimer’s Association Community Educator and former family caregiver, to talk about what she learned “in the trenches” while caring for her mother after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Vivian shares the 10 warning signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s, plus the subtle ways these changes can hide in plain sight, especially when couples cover for one another.

You’ll also hear practical, heart-level insights on:

• The difference between normal aging and concerning memory changes
• Why music memory can be one of the last connections to fade
• How changes in routine and environment can heighten stress and confusion
• Why hearing and vision changes matter more than most people realize
• What caregiving really looks like day-to-day (and why advocacy is everything)

We continue the conversation with tips on how to approach a loved one, why early detection matters, and helpful resources for families navigating dementia care in part 2 of this episode.

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Alzheimer's Association Key Resources:

📞24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900

🌐 alz.org

🤝 alz.org/CRF

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