{"id":41994,"date":"2025-03-31T16:42:18","date_gmt":"2025-03-31T14:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/?p=41994"},"modified":"2026-01-22T13:48:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:48:11","slug":"podcast-social-medias-impact-on-dementia-caregiving-and-awareness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/podcast-social-medias-impact-on-dementia-caregiving-and-awareness\/","title":{"rendered":"[Podcast] Social media\u2019s impact on dementia caregiving and awareness\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In our society, dementia is still poorly understood and often viewed in an agnostic, negative light. &#8220;Social media\u2019s impact on dementia caregiving and awareness&#8221; : Expert exchanges between Be Light Care Consulting, Dementia Darling, WillGather and the fitness Gourmet\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>In the digital age, social media has become a surprising yet powerful tool in raising awareness and supporting caregivers of those living with dementia. The podcast <strong><em>Social Media\u2019s impact on Dementia Caregiving and Awareness<\/em><\/strong> explores how platforms like Instagram and TikTok are reshaping the conversation around dementia care.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c<em><strong>Social Media\u2019s impact on Dementia Caregiving and Awareness\u201d<\/strong><\/em>, expert exchanges with the participation of:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\u00a0Adria THOMPSON<\/strong> \u2013 Founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belightcare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Be Light Care Consulting<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nicole WILL<\/strong> \u2013 Founder of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.willgather.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">willGather<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Carrie AALBERTS<\/strong> \u2013 Founder of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dementiadarling.com\/fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dementia Darling\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/une-demence-1024x576.png\" alt=\"dementia caregiving\" class=\"wp-image-43839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/une-demence-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/une-demence-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/une-demence-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/une-demence.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c<em><strong>Misinformation is a constant challenge<\/strong><\/em>,\u201d notes Adria Thompson, citing <strong>myths<\/strong> like the claim that people with dementia lose the ability to read. These inaccuracies not only mislead caregivers but also <strong>reinforce outdated perceptions of the condition<\/strong>. The podcast urges content creators to <strong>prioritize accuracy and empathy<\/strong>, ensuring their content educates without exploiting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reframing-aging-and-dementia\">Reframing aging and dementia&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The podcast also tackles the <strong>broader societal stigma surrounding ageing and dementia<\/strong>, framing them as natural parts of life rather than sources of fear or shame. <strong>Ageism<\/strong>, often dubbed the &#8220;<em>last frontier of bigotry<\/em>,&#8221; influences how society perceives dementia, associating it with loss of identity and value. By<strong> shifting language and perspectives<\/strong>, the podcast argues, we can replace fear with understanding and compassion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Terms like &#8220;<em><strong>denial<\/strong><\/em>,&#8221; often used to describe <strong>someone who doesn\u2019t recognize their condition<\/strong>, are discussed as problematic. Instead, the podcast highlights anosognosia, a medical condition that impairs self-awareness, to foster greater patience and empathy in caregiving relationships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-embed wp-block-embed-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"eq2lN5hZbg\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/alzheimers-disease-a-major-global-challenge\/\">Alzheimer&#8217;s disease: a major global challenge<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Alzheimer&#8217;s disease: a major global challenge&#8221; &#8212; \" src=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/alzheimers-disease-a-major-global-challenge\/embed\/#?secret=sodDjns7jz#?secret=eq2lN5hZbg\" data-secret=\"eq2lN5hZbg\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-call-to-action-for-caregivers-and-creators\">A call to action for caregivers and creators&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The podcast concludes with a <strong>powerful call to action for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and content creators<\/strong>. By leveraging social media responsibly, caregivers can find not only advice but also validation for their emotional struggles. Meanwhile, <strong>creators are encouraged to produce inclusive, culturally sensitive content <\/strong>that reflects diverse caregiving practices around the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hosts celebrate <strong>the potential of social platforms to inspire collaboration and innovation in dementia care<\/strong>. From AI-driven early detection tools to cross-cultural initiatives like the <em><strong>Walk&nbsp; for Dementia <\/strong><\/em>on the Camino de Santiago, technology and community efforts are converging to<strong> create meaningful change<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/15-1024x576-1.png\" alt=\"dementia caregiving\" class=\"wp-image-43842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/15-1024x576-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/15-1024x576-1-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/15-1024x576-1-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-empowering-a-global-audience\">Dementia Caregiving : Empowering a global audience <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Social Media\u2019s impact on Dementia Caregiving and Awareness is more than just a discussion between experts, it\u2019s a movement to redefine <strong>how we approach caregiving, ageing, and dementia advocacy<\/strong>. It calls for a balance between celebrating the resilience of those affected and addressing the <strong>urgent need for resources and recognition for caregivers<\/strong>.&nbsp;Because without them, nothing can progress. Many caregivers will die before those they care for, because they support them on a daily basis, but they receive no support. Dementia caregivers are not alone, and should never be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By amplifying voices across cultures and disciplines, the podcast showcases the universal nature of caregiving and the transformative power of digital tools in<strong> creating a more compassionate world<\/strong>. Available on major platforms, <strong>this podcast is a must-listen<\/strong> for anyone invested in building awareness, spreading empathy, and supporting <strong>the global <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silvereco.org\/en\/how-to-detect-the-warning-signs-of-dementia-using-a-mobile-phone\/\">dementia<\/a> Care community<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-social-media-s-impact-on-dementia-caregiving-and-awareness-the-replay\">\u201cSocial Media\u2019s impact on Dementia Caregiving and Awareness\u201d: the replay&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Social media\u2019s impact on dementia caregiving and awareness\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fVpJtC4ofBE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; 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