My name is Larry and I live with Lewy Body Dementia. Myself and my daughter Abbie wanted a place for people living with Lewy Body, their caregivers, therapists and other medical and support professionals can share their experiences.
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October is Lewy Body Awareness Month share this podcast to help raise awareness!!!! Support the showLarry Anderson
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I am returning after a short absence with what it is like living inside the bubble of Lewy Body. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I talk about getting up not giving up. And the power of trying to keep a positive outlook. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I discuss a hidden enemy! Emotional fatigue and increased mental fog that happens when we need to rest and reset. Support the showLarry Anderson
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The title says it all, this is not a path we would choose but together we venture down this path! Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I continue to discuss my journey to accepting my diagnosis! Support the showLarry Anderson
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After several requests to share how I arrived at acceptance I am covering the stages of the grieving process, This is how I have been able to navigate to accepting my diagnosis and move to fight this disease. In this episode I start with denial and will continue next week with anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Support the show…
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In this episode I discuss where my journey Living with Lewy has taken me. I talk about realizing and accepting the changes that are happening! Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I talk to Debra Kostiw about communication and how it affects behavior. This is interesting as you hear both sides the caregivers and the person Living with Lewy. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode Debra and I offer some helpful tips on how to help a loved one with dementia to navigate the holidays. This advice applies to any large gathering of family and friends. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode we have as our guest the author of a number 1 best seller "Forget Me Not" Debra Kostiw. Debra also runs the a you tube channel see link below! www.youtube.com/@answersaboutalzheimers Debra's experience covers all types of dementia and we will collaborate on a number of topics. STAY TUNED!!! Support the show…
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In this episode I am having to come to grips with another swing at my independence! Examining giving up driving for the safety of others and myself. Support the showLarry Anderson
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I look at social media groups and some of the advice given can be supportive and other advice can be downright dangerous! Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I share some of the coping strategies that make my living with lewy a little easier. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I share with you what showtime means to me and the stress of overstimulation. The holidays are upon us and large gatherings of friends and family can cause overstimulation. How I plan to cope!!! Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode Jacquelyn goes into how important it is to be your own advocate, rely on your own research. Life after her diagnosis, the importance of a positive attitude, and why sharing her story was a powerful experience. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode Jacquelyn continues her story which started on the October 3rd episode. Jacquelin tells of her experience with Posterior Cortical Atrophy combined with Lewy Body. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I talk about how it feels looking at the way the world looks at us and others with disabilities! Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I discuss why its important to do your own research. There is plenty of misinformation on the web and social media protect yourself. Be a part of your own self help health care! Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode Jacquelyn shares what Posterior Cortical Atrophy is and how it affects her Lewy Body. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode Occupational Therapist Mandy McFadden discusses the importance of a cohesive therapy team. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I discuss our autonomic system and how Lewy Body can affect its function. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I salute all the caregivers out there! Support the showLarry Anderson
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Perhaps one of the hardest things for our loved ones to understand. The swings between the highs and lows. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I talk about life after the diagnosis and what has helped me the most. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I share educational resources that I hope aid you and your loved ones in understanding Lewy Body. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I discuss where I was able to find a new purpose in the pain of this diagnosis, How roles have changed in our home. Discovering there is life after Lewy. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I discuss how these feelings have affected me. Some coping strategies that have been suggested. And some insights into the triggers that I have been able to identify in my life. "Living with Lewy" Support the showLarry Anderson
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Hallucinations happen in up to 80% of people with Lewy Body. Many people are unaware that there are nonvisual hallucinations such as hearing or smelling things that are not present, I discuss hallucinations and delusions and their differences . I share my experiences in this episode. Support the show…
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In this episode we speak with Allison Staples of Delmarva Speech Therapy in Berlin, Maryland. We discuss some of the issues that can affect our speech with Lewy Body and strategies to improve. Support the showLarry Anderson
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In this episode I discuss the importance of mental attitude and the celebration of victories large and small. Support the showLarry Anderson
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We continue our conversation with Mike. He speaks of his coping skills he has developed and what works for him! Support the showLarry Anderson
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After receiving a friend request on facebook from Mike we started to talk and found a common bond with Lewy Body. I live on Maryland's eastern shore and Mike is from Kansas. Mike shares a little of his story with the world. More of Mike's story to come. Support the showLarry Anderson
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My trip into the rabbit hole of depression and the strategies that served as a rope to climb out, Support the showLarry Anderson
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My daughter speaks about our lives and the impacts of this disease. Support the showLarry Anderson
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This is my story to the best of my recollection. Everyone affected by Lewy Body understands how recall of events can be difficult. I will be continuing my story in the future and hope you will share yours. Support the showLarry Anderson
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Abbie and I take some time to tell you why we have started this podcast and a little about what we hope to achieve Support the showLarry Anderson
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Brief trailer describes our purpose behind this podcast. Support the showLarry Anderson
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