Light The Way

An Honest Conversation About Dementia with Author Ashley Ivy

Speech-language pathologist and author Ashley Ivy joins us for a raw, honest conversation about dementia and shares the story behind her book, I F'n Hate Dementia. Ashley discusses the reality of this disease and why caregivers need real conversations, practical support, and permission to not always be okay. A special thank you to AFA, Riverbend Rotary and the District 619 Rotary for making this podcast possible! To learn more about The Bridge: * ⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.alzbridge.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://alzbridge.org/] * Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ @alzbridge⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/alzbridge/] * Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@alzbridge⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/alzbridge/] * The Bridge Main Office 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 656-4800 The Bridge Adult Day Center 520 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104

Give for Good with Kristi Gustavson

Join us for a conversation with Kristi Gustavson, CEO of the Community Foundation of North Louisiana, as she shares the heart behind Give for Good and the incredible ways generosity fuels change across our community. Discover how small acts of giving can come together to create something truly powerful. A special thank you to AFA, Riverbend Rotary and the District 619 Rotary for making this podcast possible! To learn more about The Bridge: * ⁠⁠⁠ www.alzbridge.org⁠⁠⁠ [https://alzbridge.org/] * Facebook⁠⁠⁠ @alzbridge⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/alzbridge/] * Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@alzbridge⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/alzbridge/] The Bridge Main Office 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 656-4800 The Bridge Adult Day Center 520 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104

Counselors, Application Process, & Programs

We sit down with The Bridge’s own counselors and program team to share their journeys into the mental health field and their passion for serving those affected by dementia. We walk through what families can expect after a diagnosis, including the application process for the adult day center, what a typical day looks like, and how this program provides both meaningful engagement for clients and much-needed respite for caregivers. A special thank you to AFA, Riverbend Rotary and the District 619 Rotary for making this podcast possible! To learn more about The Bridge: * ⁠⁠⁠ www.alzbridge.org⁠⁠⁠ [https://alzbridge.org/] * Facebook⁠⁠⁠ @alzbridge⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/alzbridge/] * Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@alzbridge⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/alzbridge/] * The Bridge Main Office 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 656-4800 The Bridge Adult Day Center 520 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104

Caregiver Spotlight: Rosie

Caregiver Rosie James joins us as she shares her 10-year journey caring for her mother with dementia. From the challenges of doing it largely on her own to the life-changing impact of respite care and community support, Rosie’s story is honest, heartfelt, and hopeful. A powerful reminder that caregiving takes a village — and no one has to walk this road alone. A special thank you to AFA, Riverbend Rotary and the District 619 Rotary for making this podcast possible! To learn more about The Bridge: * ⁠⁠ www.alzbridge.org⁠⁠ [https://alzbridge.org/] * Facebook⁠⁠ @alzbridge⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/alzbridge/] * Instagram ⁠⁠@alzbridge⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/alzbridge/] The Bridge Main Office 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 656-4800 The Bridge Adult Day Center 520 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104

Dementia 101 with Dr. Jeff Overdyke

Hosted by Toni Goodin, Executive Director, and Laura Gauthier, Assistant Executive Director of The Bridge Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center, Light the Way is a podcast dedicated to guiding families through the Alzheimer’s and dementia journey.Created to share trusted resources, meaningful stories, and the latest news, Light the Way extends the support of The Bridge beyond our walls, reaching those who may not be able to visit in person or who live outside Northwest Louisiana. The Bridge Alzheimer’s & Dementia Resource Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in Shreveport, Louisiana, serving nine parishes across Northwest Louisiana. We provide education, resources, awareness, and support services for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias, as well as their families and caregivers.Light the Way reflects our mission to build a compassionate community where no one affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia has to walk the journey alone. A special thank you to AFA, Riverbend Rotary and the District 619 Rotary for making this podcast possible! To learn more about The Bridge: * ⁠ www.alzbridge.org⁠ [https://alzbridge.org/] * Facebook⁠ @alzbridge⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/alzbridge/] * Instagram ⁠@alzbridge⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/alzbridge/] The Bridge Main Office 851 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104 (318) 656-4800 The Bridge Adult Day Center 520 Olive Street Shreveport, LA 71104