Episode Description
Inside Dementia Care: Debbie Selsavage Shares Her Mission
Navigating Dementia with Debbie Selsavage: Guidance and Support
In this episode of Open Forum in The Villages, Florida, host Mike Roth interviews Debbie Selsavage, President of Coping with Dementia, LLC. Debbie shares her personal experience as a caregiver for her husband, Albert, who had dementia, and explains the challenges and lack of resources available. After Albert's passing, Debbie became a certified assisted living administrator and launched her company to educate, train, and support families and individuals dealing with dementia. The discussion covers a range of topics including coping strategies, the importance of education, proper medication management, and the use of music to improve the quality of life for people with dementia. Debbie also highlights her involvement in crisis intervention training and her mission to change the way dementia care is approached in the community. The episode closes with information on how to access Debbie’s books and services for further support.
00:00 Introduction to Open Forum Season Seven
00:25 Meet Debbie Selsavage: Coping with Dementia
00:35 Debbie's Personal Journey with Dementia
01:47 Challenges and Solutions in Dementia Care
04:20 The Role of Tepa Snow in Dementia Care
07:52 Firearms and Dementia: A Critical Discussion
13:57 Workshops and Community Education
16:46 Personal Stories and Client Experiences
20:08 Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer's
23:37 The Power of Music in Dementia Care
26:04 Resources and Contact Information
26:56 Closing Remarks and Supporter Shoutouts
Season 8 Introduction
Open Forum in The Villages, Florida is Produced & Directed by Mike Roth
A new episode will be released most Fridays at 9 AM
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