Cooking, Cycling, and Community | Fighting Dementia Podcast Episode 18

Welcome back to another episode of our podcast dedicated to living well with dementia! In today's episode, we welcome special guests Peter and Deb, who share their inspirational story of living with Alzheimer's for 10 years and finding joy through cycling and community interactions. Peter talks about his unique hobby of riding a penny farthing, while Deb shares her insights on being a supportive friend. Alongside regular guests Tom and Fran, we delve into the importance of routine, remaining independent, and the value of small moments. Tune in for practical tips and heartfelt stories from people who are thriving despite facing cognitive challenges. Don't miss our Reminiscence Corner and the engaging conversations that follow!

Resources & Further Reading:

Meditation & Dementia Research:https://news.med.miami.edu/worried-ab... https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/bl...

SURF (Service Users Reference Forum): https://surfdementia.org/

Alzheimer’s Society: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/

Carers UK: https://www.carersuk.org/

Reddit Dementia Communities:   / dementia  

Powers of Attorney Info (UK): https://www.gov.uk/power-of-attorney

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Discussing Dementia Cookbooks
00:58 Challenges with Cookbook Formats
02:34 Exploring Practical Nutrition
03:23 The Importance of Sensory Appeal in Cooking
08:13 Fitness and Technology
13:37 Welcoming Deb and Peter
14:38 Peter's Journey with Dementia and Cycling
23:51 Embracing Change and Finding New Purpose
24:42 Coping with Depression and Memory Issues
26:16 Daily Routines and Community Interaction
27:10 Maintaining Independence and Support Systems
29:08 Changing Perceptions of Dementia
35:37 Sharing Personal Experiences and Advice
44:09 The Importance of Journaling and Reminiscence
48:10 Final Thoughts and Reflections