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Navigating Diagnosis and Acceptance: A Journey through Moderate Alzheimer's

In this episode of the Surviving Alzheimer's podcast, host Ken Cardita delves into 2016, a pivotal year in his 12-year journey with his wife Shanna's Alzheimer's. Ken shares the challenges of undiagnosed moderate Alzheimer's, the life upheaval from early retirement, and the financial planning that shaped his transition to a full-time caregiver. He recounts the stress and realizations during their downsizing move, and details Shanna's cognitive assessments leading to her official Alzheimer's diagnosis. Ken offers insights on embracing caregiving, fostering acceptance, and the profound lessons learned through their experiences. He highlights the importance of community support, both from family and friends, and encourages listeners to share the podcast to help others on their own dementia journeys.

00:00 Introduction and Recap
00:59 The Diagnosis Journey Begins
01:42 Life Changes and Financial Planning
03:34 Downsizing and Moving Challenges
07:44 Medical Evaluations and Diagnosis
12:56 Coping with the Diagnosis
16:45 Sharing the News with Family and Friends
20:01 Lessons Learned as a Caregiver
24:44 Final Thoughts and Next Episode Preview

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