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I Need You To Know That I’m There, with James Savage
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It’s amazing how much music comes up in these conversations where we delve into the experiences of those caring for loved ones with dementia. In this episode, James Savage shares his personal journey caring for his wife as her ability to converse fades, he finds himself feeling increasingly isolated and alone, with music providing a vital lifeline in filling the silence.
James is a songwriter and has turned his lyrics towards themes of loss and memory, reflecting on his experiences caring for his wife. He is even in the process of writing a musical about a support group, with the hope of bringing greater awareness to the often thankless and unnoticed job of caregiving. Through participation in our support group, James has found solace and support, and is building his capacity for empathy.
Despite his sadness at her diminishing ability to communicate and connect with loved ones, James remains hopeful for her future. He shares a poignant lyric from his musical that conveys the emotions of loss through his experience, reminding us of the importance of empathy and understanding in the face of such challenges.
Do you have a caregiving story to share? Barbara would love to hear from you! Please leave her a message at 310-362-8232 or send her an email through DementiaDiscussions.net.
80 tập
Manage episode 357908287 series 2903197
It’s amazing how much music comes up in these conversations where we delve into the experiences of those caring for loved ones with dementia. In this episode, James Savage shares his personal journey caring for his wife as her ability to converse fades, he finds himself feeling increasingly isolated and alone, with music providing a vital lifeline in filling the silence.
James is a songwriter and has turned his lyrics towards themes of loss and memory, reflecting on his experiences caring for his wife. He is even in the process of writing a musical about a support group, with the hope of bringing greater awareness to the often thankless and unnoticed job of caregiving. Through participation in our support group, James has found solace and support, and is building his capacity for empathy.
Despite his sadness at her diminishing ability to communicate and connect with loved ones, James remains hopeful for her future. He shares a poignant lyric from his musical that conveys the emotions of loss through his experience, reminding us of the importance of empathy and understanding in the face of such challenges.
Do you have a caregiving story to share? Barbara would love to hear from you! Please leave her a message at 310-362-8232 or send her an email through DementiaDiscussions.net.
80 tập
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