Elaine Lindsay Keep Breathing!

Living with Dementia: A Personal Journey   Host Elaine Lindsay shares her deeply personal experience with her aging father's dementia diagnosis. And decline. Following the ‘SPECAL’ method recommended by the Contented Dementia Trust, she explores the loneliness and grief but also the unexpected gifts of the journey. Elaine emphasizes the need for a balance between compassion and honesty, while advocating for open discussions on mental health. She encourages listeners to seek help and be grateful for life’s positives, no matter how small.   Note that the podcast deals with potentially triggering subject matter and should not be used as a substitute for professional help.   0:00 Navigating the Long Goodbye: A Journey through Dementia 00:54 Introduction and Personal Story 01:13 The Diagnosis and Early Struggles 04:38 The SPECAL Method and Caregiving 05:56 The Power of Storytelling 08:18 The Heartbreaking Phone Call 09:53 Navigating Grief and Memory Loss 12:31 The Importance of Support and Love 14:08 Dealing wit