Episodes
Valuable resources and information for families impacted by dementia.
Published 09/23/24
A dementia diagnosis can have far-reaching impacts, especially on families. Hear from co-host Hamish Macdonald on how his relationship with his dad has evolved in unexpected ways following his father’s diagnosis. Hamish also speaks with his co-host Jim Rogers’ daughters - Millie and Daisy - about their strong family bond in the face of adversity.
Published 09/23/24
How to get around town while living with dementia.
Published 09/16/24
Whether it’s ticking off overseas travel bucket lists or simply travelling across town, getting around can take a bit of extra planning when you’re living with dementia. Hear stories of travel adventures and strategies for getting about independently while living with dementia.
Published 09/16/24
What to do when your diagnosis is getting in the way of a good night’s sleep.
Published 09/10/24
Disjointed sleep is one symptom people living with dementia may encounter. And if your sleep is suffering, you’ll feel the impacts in your waking hours too. So what can you do about it?
Published 09/10/24
Your guide to staying connected to friends and family, and creating new connections, after a diagnosis.
Published 09/02/24
Hear the stories of people who have stayed connected to their friends and family, and created new connections, after a diagnosis.
Published 09/02/24
Hear the stories of people who have stayed connected to their friends and family, and created new connections, after a diagnosis.
Published 09/02/24
How to maintain regular exercise and keep your body moving with dementia.
Published 08/26/24
You don’t need to become a gym junkie when you’re diagnosed with dementia - but a little physical activity can go a long way. Find out how you can incorporate an exercise routine that includes balance tasks, strength training and memory games.
Published 08/26/24
How you can organise and plan for your future with dementia.
Published 08/21/24
How to tackle paperwork like wills, guardianship, power of attorney and be clear about the legal processes you might need to undertake with a dementia diagnosis.
Published 08/19/24
Helpful resources and tips on coming to terms with your diagnosis.
Published 08/19/24
You, or someone you love, has just been diagnosed with dementia... what happens now? Hear how other people living with dementia handled their diagnosis experience, and how they found a positive way forward with the help of friends, family and Dementia Australia.
Published 08/19/24
"You could’ve knocked me off my chair. It was like time stood still."
Jim Rogers was blindsided by his diagnosis of younger onset Alzheimer’s disease in his 50s. He didn’t see a dementia diagnosis coming, and yet it changed almost everything.
The way you sleep, exercise, travel around, and even how you interact with your loved ones will change after a diagnosis. So how do you even start to process all these changes?
On Hold the Moment, you’re not alone. Join Jim and his co-host, journalist...
Published 08/06/24