21 Dementia Care Podcasts to Explore

In September we recognized World Alzheimer’s Month, World Alzheimer’s Day on the 21^st, and Frontotemporal Dementia Awareness Week. It got me thinking just how important education is regarding awareness, advocacy, and caregiver support. What better way to learn than a podcast? Thankfully podcasts are accessible to most people, and they are free! This month I wanted to highlight 21 different podcasts which focus on dementia care. You can find them below.

1. Alzheimer’s Speaks
Host: Lori La Bey
Where to listen: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/alzheimers-speaks-radio/
Description: “Alzheimer’s Speaks Radio launched in 2011, and is believed to be the first dementia specific radio program in the world. The show caters to all types of dementia and caring needs. La Bey's compassionate heart creates a safe and comfortable environment for her guests to speak honestly and openly as her audience listens in.”
Listen to our episode: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/37339-2/

2. Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One / willGather Podcast
Host: Nicole Will
Where to listen: https://www.willgatherpodcast.com
Description: “Nicole Will envisions a world where the journey of care and aging is shared, empowering older adults, caregivers and healthcare pros with resources and hope. Discover the resources and stories that will forever change the way you approach care."
Listen to our episode: https://www.willgatherpodcast.com/post/incorporating-music-into-caregiving-dementia-music-therapy-caregiver-podcast

3. Chatting with Betsy
Host: Betsy Wurzel
Where to listen: https://passionateworldtalkradio.com/chatting-with-betsy_show/
Description: “Interviews with writers, speakers, mothers, fathers, and children dealing with unique and difficult family situations where a caregiver is involved.”
Listen to our episode: https://passionateworldtalkradio.com/diving-into-the-world-of-music-therapy/

4. Christian Dementia Caregiving
Host: Lizette Cloete
Where to listen: https://dementiacaregivingforfamilies.podbean.com
Description: Conversations to ease the stress, overwhelm and burden of Alzheimer’s/dementia care from a Biblical perspective. We offer real hope and help by providing practical, faith-driven solutions to make dementia care easier.
Listen to our episode: https://youtu.be/SY4Spll4H7A?si=BRXjhoMa05xjuPnm

5. Fading Memories
Host: Jennifer Fink
Where to listen: https://fadingmemoriespodcast.com
Description: "Fading Memories is a podcast for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. It provides insights and guidance on communicating effectively, managing stress, and coping with grief and loss."
Listen to our episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-hearts-music-therapy-for-dementia-care/id1372194620?i=1000586231486

6. Untangling Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Host: AlzAuthors
Where to listen: https://healthpodcastnetwork.com/show/untangling-alzheimers-dementia/
Description: “Our podcast features interviews with authors who share their dementia journey, revealing intimate details and painfully obtained knowledge to help others currently on this path. We hope our stories offer comfort and support as we strive to break the silence and stigma surrounding a dementia diagnosis. May one of our authors speak to your experience.”

7. Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver
Hosts: Natalie Elliott Hand and JJ Elliott Hill
Where to listen: https://www.confessionsofareluctantcaregiver.com/podcast
Description: “We combine the power of relationships and technology to relate, educate, inspire, and provide resources to individuals of all ages, who are desperately seeking how to support their loved one while also maintaining their sense of self and sanity. Our goal is to instill hope by giving caregivers permission to share their thoughts and feelings in a safe and nurturing place. A judgment-free space where caregivers can be their most authentic selves, confessing their truths without shame or fear of rejection. Come as you are and leave with a toolbox of resources, to meet the needs of those you serve and yourself. Welcomed and embraced into the Sisterhood of Care.”

8. Dementia Researcher
Hosts: Various
Where to listen: https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/category/podcasts/
Description: “Being an early career researcher can be incredibly rewarding and challenging too. It is as much about new discoveries, collaborations and ideas as it is about the pressure to publish papers and the competition for funding. So, we’ve put our heads together to create a website just for you. A place to go to when you need some inspiration or want to get advice from other early career researchers and leading experts.”

9. Alzheimer’s Society Podcast
Host: Alzheimer’s Society
Where to listen: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/publications-and-factsheets/dementia-together/podcast
Description: “We share the stories and voices of people affected by dementia in audio interviews from our magazine. We’re the UK’s leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.”

10. Dementia Care Partner Talk Show
Host: Teepa Snow
Where to listen: https://teepasnow.com/services/talk-show/
Description: “This is the Dementia Care Partner Talk Show, a podcast to help you navigate the senior care maze. Learn and laugh with us as we discuss creative solutions and ideas to common and uncommon dementia care challenges, and how to make sense of the senior care industry and options when you’re not a professional.”

11. What the Dementia
Host: Bambu Care
Where to listen: https://www.letsbambu.com/podcast
Description: “The go-to dementia podcast for care partners. Navigating the complex world of dementia care can be challenging. This podcast is your trusted guide, providing you with everything you need to confidently care for your partner living with dementia.”

12. Dementia Matters
Host: Dr. Nathaniel Chin
Where to listen: https://dementiamatters.podbean.com
Description: “Dementia Matters is a podcast about Alzheimer‘s disease and other causes of dementia. Creator and host Dr. Nathaniel Chin interviews leading scientists and caregiving experts to bring listeners the latest in Alzheimer’s disease news, research and caregiver resources. Brought to you by the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.”

13. The Life, Love, and Alzheimer’s Podcast
Host: Lauren Dykovitz
Where to listen: https://lifeloveandalzheimers.com/the-life-love-and-alzheimers-podcast/

14. Let’s Talk Dementia
Host: Carol Howell
Where to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-dementia/id1079451309
Description: "This podcast is designed to give you quick and entertaining information regarding caring for someone with dementia."

15. Dementia by Day
Host: Rachael Wonderlin
Where to listen: http://rachaelwonderlin.com/dementiabyday/dementia-by-day-podcast/
Description: “Rachael Wonderlin tackles common challenges in dementia caregiving and seeks to make everyone a better care partner and professional by promoting education and empathy. Rachael has a Master’s in Gerontology and owns Dementia By Day, a dementia care consulting firm.”

16. Dementia Careblazers
Host: Natali Edmonds
Where to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-careblazers/id1634661439
Description: “We prepare dementia caregivers for success. Say goodbye to the overwhelm & struggle and learn the real tips, strategies, and solutions that help make dementia caregiving easier.”

17. Think Dementia
Host: Amy House
Where to listen: https://think-dementia.com/podcast
Description: “Think Dementia is education and support for care partners. Listeners can record a message and Amy House, CDP will unpack your question on the podcast and help you start to think dementia. This results in better relationships and less stress for care partners.”

18. Dementia Caregiver’s Corner
Host: Juliah Ratladi
Where to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/dementia-caregivers-corner/id1710778347
Description: “The journey of caring for a loved one who is living with Dementia can be quite challenging. Juliah Ratladi is an MSc student in the field of Dementia, and yet an Experienced Dementia Caregiver. Juliah is uniquely positioned to share observations, experiences, knowledge, understanding and insights on a variety of issues in the Dementia and Mental Health space. Together with other Caregivers and Dementia Experts, they create public awareness, and share the impromptu beautiful moments they encounter from day to day. The discussions will leave you refreshed, smiling and uplifted.”

19. Everyday Dementia Guide
Host: Dementia Down the Hall
Where to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-dementia-guide/id1674942550
Description: “This is for you in the trenches, living with or supporting someone with dementia every day. For the times between the appointments, visits from family and friends, for your everyday life. Get tested, actionable tips, education and support for today and everyday living with memory concerns or dementia.”

20. Dementia Discussions
Host: Barbara Hament
Where to listen: https://www.dementiadiscussions.net
Description: “A monthly podcast about dementia. Join your host, Barbara Hament every 2nd Tuesday of the month, as she interviews medical professionals, caregivers, and various experts on how to better understand and cope with this challenging and complex disease.”

21. Dementia Untangled
Host: Banner Health
Where to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dementia-untangled/id1558126995
Description: “This podcast explores unique topics related to dementia through conversations with physicians, experts, and community leaders—focusing on innovative ideas, practical strategies, and proven methods to create a supportive path for caregivers.”

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