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47: Young Onset Dementia & Caregiving Support with Diana Shulla-Cose & Patti LaFleur of Lorenzo's House

47: Young Onset Dementia & Caregiving Support with Diana Shulla-Cose & Patti LaFleur of Lorenzo's House

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Dr. Lakelyn is joined by Diana Shulla-Cose and Patti LaFleur from Lorenzo’s House for a powerful conversation on the challenges of young-onset dementia. Drawing from their personal caregiving experiences, they share insights on supporting young caregivers, balancing life roles, and building community for families often overlooked in traditional dementia care.

Episode highlights include:

-Diana’s caregiving journey and the challenges of young-onset dementia-Patti’s experience caring for her mother and supporting youth caregivers- How young caregivers’ needs differ from traditional caregiving models-The importance of connection, identity, and peer support

-Resources and ways to find or build community

Helpful links from the episode:

-www.lorenzoshouse.org-Instagram: @lorenzoshouse.org

To learn more about this podcast and to subscribe to our caregiving newsletters, visit www.homeinstead.com/caregiverchats. Share your thoughts, experiences and ideas by emailing Dr. Lakelyn at caregiverchats@homeinsteadinc.com.

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