How to Support Someone with Dementia and PTSD
Episode #131September 2, 2025
When someone is living with both dementia and PTSD, their needs are complex—but support is still possible, and it can make a world of difference. In this episode, I share…
Link Between Trauma and Dementia: Can Unresolved Trauma Increase Dementia Risk?
Episode #130August 25, 2025
Can Unresolved Trauma Increase Dementia Risk? Trauma doesn’t just leave emotional scars—it can change the brain. And when post-traumatic stress goes untreated, the risk for dementia later in life rises.…
How I Built the Center for Mental Health & Aging
Episode #120May 20, 2025
What It Takes to Build a National Movement for Mental Health & Aging Ever wonder what it really takes to build a national movement for mental health and aging? In…
How Does Financial Exploitation Affect Older Adults’ Mental Health?
Episode #118April 9, 2025
Have you ever wondered what really happens after someone is scammed out of $25,000? Not only the steps to take after you've been scammed, but the psychological toll? A couple…
My Personal Experience with Vicarious Trauma: Recognizing and Healing Secondary Traumatic Stress
Episode #117February 22, 2025
The First Sign I Was Experiencing Vicarious Trauma I am so glad that you're here and joining me for part two of Trauma-Informed Care with Older Adults. Today’s episode focuses…
PTSD and Trauma Informed Care with Older Adults
Episode #116February 18, 2025
When we think about trauma, older adults are often not the first group that comes to mind. However, 70-90% of older adults have experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime,…