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Beyond Forgetfulness: How to Tell Normal Aging from Dementia Warning Signs
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- The Chronic Truth
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- Jan 16, 2026
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- 1195
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Summary
Is it normal forgetfulness or an Alzheimer’s warning sign? How do you talk to a defensive parent about their declining memory? Gerontology expert Janice Goldmintz , who cared for both parents with Alzheimer’s, provides a compassionate, step-by-step guide for overwhelmed families. In this episode, Kim and Janice discuss: 🔴 The “Fruit & Orange” Analogy: Simply understand dementia vs. Alzheimer’s 🟢 The Family Visit Checklist: Spot red flags like unopened mail and keys in the freezer 🟣 The #1 Legal Mistake: Why waiting for a diagnosis to get a Power of Attorney is dangerous 🟡 The 4 Criteria for “Home vs. Facility”: Finance, community, health, and future-proofing Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Chronic Truth Podcast 01:25 Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia 02:26 Navigating Caregiver Challenges 05:51 Recognizing Signs of Cognitive Decline 08:37 Family Involvement in Care Decisions 10:10 Making Care Decisions for Aging Parents 12:08 Importance of Legal Preparations 14:12 Advocating for Loved Ones with Alzheimer's 15:52 Finding Support for Isolated Individuals 17:59 Resources and Support for Caregivers Connect with Janice: 📱 @agingparentjourney on Instagram To support the show or share your experience, visit our website at chronictruthpodcast.com This episode is brought to you by: The Chronic Truth Podcast, LLC Host/Executive Producer: Kimberly Nash Podcast Creative Director & Co-Producer: Jay Wilson, for Podcast Mechanic