The Fighting Dementia Podcast
The Fighting Dementia Podcast
Podcast Description
A helpful guide to families facing Dementia. Chatting with medical and tech experts, carers, and those diagnosed with the disease.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes related to dementia care, treatment advancements, and the emotional impact on families, with episodes exploring specific journeys such as Fran's inspirational story of courage and community engagement, along with discussions about emerging technologies that aid dementia patients.
Hosted by Fran & Tom who live with Dementia, we’re a podcast & community for those impacted in the early to middle stages – offering expert insights, honest stories & support. For those diagnosed, carers & families who need to feel seen, informed & less alone 🤝 **New Episodes Weekly On Mondays!**
We want to take viewers on a journey to see what behaviours can be adapted, changed or moulded to support good brain health, and fight the progression of Dementia 🥊
In this episode, co-hosts Fran, Tom and Leon Leon share an honest catch-up on their wellbeing journeys—touching on everything from cutting out sugar and walking more, to the power of behaviour change and building new habits that support a healthy brain.
Later in the show, we welcome the inspiring Rosie Whittington, founder of the Me To You Dementia Day Centre, who shares her story as a mental health nurse turned innovative care leader, championing holistic, person-centred support for people living with dementia.
You’ll hear practical tips, a deep dive into how environment and community shape our health, and real-life stories about adapting, persevering, and finding joy and purpose—no matter where you are on your dementia journey.
Plus, we round off with Reminiscence Corner, reflecting on skill-building and the importance of social connection.
Whether you’re living with dementia, caring for someone who is, or passionate about wellbeing, there’s something here for everyone.
Mentioned in the podcast & links to further reading:
Hydration & diet for brain health — Practical, evidence‑based tips on cutting free sugar, choosing whole foods and keeping well hydrated to support cognition and lower dementia risk; useful guidance for older people and carers. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/eating-well-with-dementia/
Bredesen’s “reversal” approach — Overview of Dr Dale Bredesen’s metabolic protocol and case series: intriguing but preliminary and controversial, not yet established as mainstream treatment. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25414524/
Problem Adaptation Therapy (PAT) — A short‑term, home‑based behavioural intervention for depression with cognitive impairment that reduces symptoms and improves function in trials. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25821902/
00:00 Water, Walking, and Dementia Care
05:41 TV Presenter Faces Health Challenge
11:11 Behavioral Science and Habit Building
17:15 Implementation Intention Strategies
23:12 Supporting Dementia Care at Home
27:31 “Empowering Patient Involvement”
34:03 Breathwork: Transformative Journey to Wellness
39:19 Golf Rediscovery Through Scientific Approach
45:35 Connecting Evidence for Effective Dementia Care
48:57 Reddit’s Role in AI and Research
53:43 Promoting Supportive Society Mindset
01:02:41 Motivational Research Impact
01:04:31 Community Connection Reduces Dementia Risk
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