Season 1. Episode 7.  We're so happy you're listening to our podcast. In this episode talk about our plans for Mom's pandemic birthday party.  Since she is in memory care, we can only gather (in a small group) outside her window. 

There was a man who walked by and saw us sitting in camping chairs outside Mom's window and said, "Way to adapt and overcome." Hence the subtitle for this episode. 

Our first story comes from Lesley.  You can find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lesley.may/

This episode also features a story by Christine who is also on Instagram.  She started her account to share stories of her dad and be a source of support for others through this pandemic. Here is her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/douglas.harolds.memories/

Finally, we hear from Bill Cohen, is one of our favorite story contributors.  Here is his information.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cohencaregivingsupport/
Website: https://cohencaregivingsupport.com/
Facebook group for caregivers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/235240217385401/

We also talk about the Accordion Man who used to play at our mom's memory care home every Saturday.  Mom LOVED his visits and we called him and asked him if he would play his accordion for mom outside the window.  He agreed and he really made the day for her! Here is his website: http://www.joeszaboaccordionman.com/index.html

We are asking anyone with an Alzheimer's or dementia story to call or write in and share your stories with us (and everyone else who listens). You can call in at 850-254-9595 and share.  You can also record your story with your phone in a voice memo, you can use Zoom audio or your webcam.  Then email us the sound file at whentheyforgetpodcast@gmail.com. 

Let's keep sharing our stories.