Defy Dementia – The podcast for anyone with a brain, by Baycrest Podcast
1) #27
2) Defy Dementia Episode 26: Coping with Challenging Behaviours
In 2021, Diana De Faveri’s life turned “upside down, real fast” when her mother was diagnosed with corticobasal syndrome, a rare form of dementia. As a sole caregiver, she took care of her household, ...Show More
3) Defy Dementia Episode 25: Living with Pride in the Face of Dementia
In this special Pride episode, we learn about the increased risk of dementia facing the 2SLGBTQI communities, and about the tools, techniques, and resources available to mitigate that risk. We follow ...Show More
4) Defy Dementia Episode 24: In Focus – Vision Loss & Brain Health
This episode explores the connection between untreated vision loss and brain health. We follow 78-year-old Walter Kuntz, a retired Canada Post employee, as he recounts his vision challenges – and cons...Show More
5) EP 23
6) Defy Dementia Episode 22: No Brain Left Behind
This episode of Defy Dementia explores the relationship between developmental disabilities and dementia. Guests Dewlyn and Anna Lobo, a daughter-mother duo who live in Ottawa, share their personal jou...Show More
7) Ep 21
8) Teaming Up For Transitions to Long-Term Care
Moving a family member or friend to long-term care can be very difficult. The newest episode of Defy Dementia explores practical ways to help make the transition easier for everyone. Liane Pelissier s...Show More
9) Brain Injury and Dementia Risk
In this episode of Defy Dementia, learn how traumatic brain injuries like concussions may increase your dementia risk. First, Jane Enright shares her inspiring journey recovering from a traumatic brai...Show More
10) Well-Being for Brain Health
This episode of Defy Dementia explores how well-being, including positive emotions, life satisfaction and social connectedness, impacts brain health and reduces dementia risk. Family physician Dr. Agn...Show More