Introducing Dementia Diaries Podcast: Featuring Home Instead

We’re delighted that Lorraine – one of our wider team at Home Instead Derby South and Home Instead Burton on Trent – was recently a guest providing a super helpful interview with Ali on the Dementia Diaries podcast. 

This series, available on Spotify, hosted by Ali and powered by Community Microbrew Radio, is a great resource for anyone affected by dementia. The podcast has featured local voices sharing personal stories and an interview with the Alzheimer’s Society.

We are very proud to have Lorraine’s voice being heard and representing our local Home Instead teams, our clients and our specialist dementia care at home. This interview showcases our holistic approach, the importance of community, connection, and high-quality care. 

Informative and heartfelt conversations

As a podcast, the Dementia Diaries provides a chance for longer, in-depth interviews which results in helpful conversations, offering listeners invaluable information and a sense of connection. Lorraine’s episode is no exception. She was able to provide an insightful discussion on the importance of personalised home care for older adults, especially those living with dementia. Lorraine highlighted how Home Instead’s home care services can help maintain a sense of normality and well-being for their clients.

A sense of community

Lorraine also discussed the strong sense of community and support she experiences as part of the Home Instead team. She highlighted how local cooperation and community engagement play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of older adults and their families. This sense of togetherness is at the heart of our mission at Home Instead Derby South. She elaborates on the various activities and support groups offered by Home Instead, including companionship visits, outings to local attractions, and specialised groups. (Read more about our new memory cafe group in Moria) 

Discover helpful podcasts

There are many podcasts that provide valuable information and support, here are a few suggestions that we have found helpful:

Dementia Diaries: Listen to Ali’s interview with Lorraine and other helpful and informative episodes on Spotify: Dementia Diaries on Spotify

 Rosie Smith and Lorraine Kelly’s “What If?”: This podcast series explores life’s ‘what ifs’ and includes a special edition discussing Alzheimer’s and care at home and is supported by Home Instead UK. Take a listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts with author and husband of the late Barbara Windsor, Scott Mitchell. 

Movers and Shakers: This podcast features six friends, including notable personalities like Rory Cellan-Jones and Jeremy Paxman, discussing life with Parkinson’s.