EP 13 Survival and Feeling Joy Again !

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Embracing Change: Ken and Shanna's Journey with Alzheimer's
In this episode Ken shares the heartfelt story of moving his wife Shanna to a new memory care facility, recounting their eight-month journey of adjusting to the transition.
He delves into the emotional challenges and victories they experienced, from finding the right place with a caring and competent staff to overcoming the grief and sadness associated with Alzheimer's disease.
He highlights the lessons learned, the importance of trusting caregivers, and the profound moments of joy and connection amidst the struggle. The episode concludes with reflections on their journey and a promise for future episodes focusing on specific topics and ongoing lessons.
01:01 Moving to a New Memory Care Facility
01:16 Building Trust in the New Facility
01:30 Tender Mercies and Joy in the New Facility
01:50 Listener Comment and Reflections
02:50 Finding the New Facility: E G
09:08 The Decision to Move Shanna
12:45 Transitioning Shanna to the New Facility
19:08 First Days at the New Facility
21:24 Adjusting to the New Facility
22:58 Staff and Care Differences
25:36 Building New Relationships
27:28 Celebrating Special Moments
29:57 Emotional Challenges and Lessons
33:30 Physical Decline and Caregiving
35:46 Finding Joy and Gratitude
42:07 Conclusion and Future Episodes

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