This GSA Momentum Discussion Podcast episode, the first of three episodes developed in collaboration with the National Council of Dementia Minds, highlights how receiving a timely diagnosis of dementia can positively impact overall well-being, relationships, and more. Our three guests who live with dementia offer honest reflections and practical advice for healthcare professionals and the public, emphasizing how early recognition opens the door to self-advocacy, planning, and purpose. 

This podcast episode is supported by Genentech, Lilly, Eisai, and Otsuka, with content developed by the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) in collaboration with the National Council of Dementia Minds.

Transcript

Speaker

• Steven Barbieri, President of the National Council of Dementia Minds
• David Compton, MD, Doctors with Dementia Group, National Council of Dementia Minds
• Joanna Fix, PhD, Former College Professor and Psychologist

Host

• Jennifer Pettis, MS, RN, CNE Director, Strategic Alliances, Gerontological Society of America