{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Dementia Care & Burnout Prevention","description":"Who is caring for the person holding it all together? When a loved one receives a dementia diagnosis, the focus immediately shifts to their medical needs. But what about the emotional toll on the spouse, the child, or the sibling?  In this episode, Athena Quinones sits down with Alexandra Kaplan, Lead Caregiver Coach at the Institute on Aging (IOA), to discuss the "hidden" side of Dementia Care. From navigating anticipatory grief to accessing respite care resources, we explore how to support the caregiver so they can continue to provide care without losing themselves in the process. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer\u2019s or dementia is a marathon, not a sprint. Alexandra Kaplan joins the Spotlight Podcast to provide a roadmap for caregiver burnout prevention. We dive deep into the emotional realities of the aging journey, including the complex feelings of anticipatory grief\u2014grieving a person while they are still physically present. Whether you are looking for caregiver self-care tips, wondering how to access respite care grants, or seeking a memory care transition strategy, this conversation offers practical tools and holistic support. Alex also highlights the vital services provided by the Institute on Aging, including the 24\/7 Friendship Line and their virtual caregiver coaching programs. Timestamps for Easy Navigation: 00:00 \u2013 Intro: Supporting the Caregiver in Dementia Care 01:58 \u2013 What is the Institute on Aging (IOA)? 03:40 \u2013 The Friendship Line: Solving Senior Isolation 09:00 \u2013 Emotional Impact: Relief vs. Shock after an Early Diagnosis of Dementia 14:20 \u2013 What is Anticipatory Grief? Grieving before the loss 17:50 \u2013 Identifying the Warning Signs of Caregiver Burnout 23:45 \u2013 Practical Caregiver Self-Care Tips: Refilling your cup in small ways 27:30 \u2013 The "Support List" Exercise: Mapping your village 29:15 \u2013 How Alzheimer\u2019s Support Groups transform the journey 32:30 \u2013 Navigating Respite Care Resources & Grants 36:30 \u2013 Why Early Evaluation is a "Gift" for Memory Care Transition 41:00 \u2013 Advice for Professionals: How to take tasks off a caregiver's plate Key Resources Mentioned: Institute on Aging (IOA): ioaging.org The Friendship Line (24\/7 Support): 1-800-971-0016 Alzheimer\u2019s Association: alz.org Family Caregiver Alliance: caregiver.org Hilarity for Charity (Respite Grants): wearehfc.org About Alexandra Kaplan Alexandra Kaplan is the Lead Caregiver Coach at the Institute on Aging. She specializes in providing emotional support, dementia education, and burnout prevention resources to families navigating the complexities of Alzheimer\u2019s and other forms of dementia. Her work focuses on the holistic well-being of the family unit, ensuring that caregivers are seen, heard, and supported. About Athena Quinones Athena Quinones is a Business Development Director, Senior Ambassador, and the founder of PROSERVE. As the host of Spotlight, she connects families with the "invisible ecosystem" of senior care professionals to ensure every transition is handled with compassion and expertise. YouTube: www.youtube.com\/@Spotlightbyathenaquinones Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/spotlight-by-athena-quinones\/id1818136225 Spotify: open.spotify.com\/episode\/0E1iDvJaLXTicCYKwX6lbv?si=khbUIgFDTIi40nl7z_7G4g Website: www.spotlightbyathenaquinones.com\/podcast ","author_name":"Spotlight - Shining a light on senior-centered services\u2014educating, empowering, and enhancing lives","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/578740","html":"