Island Treasures
This podcast provides a platform for caregivers to share their stories, offering encouragement and insights to those who may be on a similar journey. Guests bring wisdom and empowerment to remind caregivers they're not alone. Additionally, guests share valuable information, tips and resources to support caregivers in their vital role.
Podcasting since 2020 • 117 episodes
Island Treasures
Latest Episodes
Island Treasures Mini Podcast: A Dementia Companion
This mini episode highlights key points from “Creating Connections with a Dementia Companion” featuring Gina Awad. Gina, who studied Dementia as part of her Health and Social Care degree, is a valuable resource for those living with dementia an...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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8:45
Meaningful Connections with a Dementia Companion
Gina Awad's heartfelt journey into dementia caregiving began with her childhood visits to care homes, sparking a lifelong mission to support families navigating this challenging landscape. She studied Dementia as part of her Health and Social C...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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58:52
Island Treasures Mini Podcast: Thinking Ahead with Betsy Haddad
This mini episode visits a few of the key takeaways Betsy Haddad shared with the listeners in the full episode "Thinking Ahead about Alzheimer's and Care Needs with Betsy Haddad". Since her caregiving experience she has become an activist...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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8:20
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Thinking Ahead About Alzheimer's and Care Needs with Betsy Haddad
Betsy Haddad has returned to the podcast to share some exciting news on the fight against Alzheimer's Disease. Since the passing of her beloved dad, Edward, Betsy has had time to reflect on his suffering and that has channeled her grief i...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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56:04
Island Treasures Mini Podcast: Geri-Gadgets®
Angela Fairhurst demonstrates the 3 Geri-Gadgets ® buckets that, as an entrepeneur she designed and created to enhance the lives of folks living with dementia. There's the Fidget-Gadget ® bucket, the Shapes bucket and the Flower buc...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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8:07
Fan Mail
I appreciate this podcast conversation. So much resonance! Susanne is amazing. She quoted one of my favorite quotes which I included in my book, and on my printed bookmarks by Ram Dass: “we are all just walking each other home”. Priceless! And so true.
Santa Rosa, California