In this extremely insightful conversation, Marianne sits down with Leslie Fuller, a woman who is not only passionate about helping take care of the aging, but who is passionate about educating on this topic as well.   In this episode we explore:How Dementia plays out in the brain and what it might look like as it’s progressingWhat you should do if you suspect some form of Dementia setting inThe concept of using a strengths-based perspective with your loved onesTips for loving & supporting someone with DementiaHow to connect with your loved one once Dementia/Alzheimer’s has set inLessons learned from years of supporting the elderly populationWhat to look for in a Nursing HomeHow to help ease the transition if you must choose placement vs in home careLeslie Fuller's career has been centered around senior adults for a long time.  She earned a Master's of Social Work with a focus in gerontology and moved right into working as a Director of Resident Services for a senior living apartment complex. After 6 years she transitioned to an Executive Director position of an Alzheimer’s and dementia care community, and then on to the role of the Divisional Dementia Care Manager supporting communities in 13 different states.  Dealing with the Senior population and related challenges is certainly something she has some knowledge on and today she uses that knowledge and experience to provide training, tools, and coaching to communities of all sizes with a goal of teaching how to create a community culture that supports optimal quality of Life for the aging resident, the staff and the families. Leslie's Website: Inspired Senior Care – Enriching your community's culture Facebook:  (7) Inspired Senior Care | Oklahoma City OK | FacebookInsta:  Leslie Fuller (@inspiredseniorcare) • Instagram photos and videosAlzheimer's website:  alz.orgAlzheimer's 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...