In this episode Juliah Ratladi welcomes Dr. George Ackerman, author of "A Son’s Journey from Parkinson’s Disease Caregiver to Advocate." Together, they delve into the complexities of Parkinson's disease, its relationship with dementia, and Dr. Ackerman's unique perspective as a male caregiver. Join Juliah and Dr. Ackerman as they discuss the nuances of Parkinson's disease, exploring the differences and crossovers with dementia. They delve into the challenges faced by male caregivers, as well as the specific difficulties Dr. Ackerman encountered when his mother experienced hallucinations due to dementia and the difficulty finding qualified professional caregivers. The conversation also delves into the aftermath of caregiving, addressing the emotional and practical consequences for caregivers once their loved one passes on. Dr. Ackerman shares insights into the fear of discussing end-of-life matters and the importance of open communication and planning for the future. Tune in to "Dementia Caregiver's Corner" for an engaging and informative discussion that sheds light on the multifaceted journey of caregiving, advocacy, and navigating the complexities of Parkinson's and dementia. Learn from Dr. Ackerman's experiences, gain valuable insights into caregiver well-being, and discover strategies for supporting loved ones through challenging transitions. Find Together for Sharon, his Parkinson’s awareness project here: https://www.togetherforsharon.com and Find Dr. George’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1C5X4P3?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_J0R5MTD1DQNV7P9YWRBK And find all of his social links and important resources here: https://linktr.ee/togetherforsharon Follow Juliah Ratladi/Dementia Caregivers Corner Podcast on social media:   Instagram: https://instagram.com/dementiacaregiverscorner?utm_source=qr&igshid=MzNlNGNkZWQ4Mg%3D%3D LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliah-ratladi-dementia-care-awareness/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DementiaCorner Podcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087493920768   Do you want to be a guest? email us on: [email protected]   Dementia caregivers` Corner Podcast is available on the following platforms   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementiacaregiverscorners-podcast/id1710778347  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6JeVOQteK08zsc7PTkRNTT Podbean: https://feed.podbean.com/dementiacaregiverscorner/feed.xml Amazon Music/Audible: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c6e17ee2-f194-4eae-b906-a854078dd530 TuneIn/Alexa: https://feed.podbean.com/dementiacaregiverscorner/feed.xml iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/125013574 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/3517995  Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/dementiacaregiverscorners-podc-5494017