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140: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 140
140: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 140
140: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 140
Friday 24th October 2025
Join Pete Hill and Jade Nichols as they discuss personal and professional experiences with vascular dementia on The 'D' Word podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Dementia is more than just memory loss; it can affect personality and daily routines.
- Advocacy in healthcare is crucial for proper diagnosis.
- Personal experience can provide valuable insights into handling dementia.
- Family dynamics shift significantly with a dementia diagnosis.
- Living well with dementia involves focusing on the present.
"To him, that's an important factor... he was very proud of that fact and still is."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Dive into this episode of 'The D Word' where Pete Hill welcomes back Jade Nichols, who shares her deeply personal journey with vascular dementia. Once an Admiral Nurse, Jade now runs her own consultancy and offers a unique perspective, having experienced the condition both professionally and personally. She opens up about her stepfather's diagnosis and the initial signs that prompted them to seek medical advice, like changes in personality and daily routines.
Through candid anecdotes, Jade highlights the challenges faced by families dealing with dementia, including navigating the healthcare system and advocating for loved ones. Jade also touches on the importance of understanding dementia beyond just memory loss. She shares insights on how personality changes can manifest and the critical role of personalised care in improving the quality of life for those living with dementia.
Her experiences underscore the need for better awareness and training among healthcare professionals to recognise symptoms beyond memory loss. This episode is not just about raising awareness but also about inspiring hope and offering support to those affected by dementia. It explores the balance between addressing the challenges of the condition while focusing on living life to the fullest despite a diagnosis.
Tune in to hear how Jade's personal and professional experiences have shaped her new consultancy, aimed at supporting individuals and families dealing with dementia and other neurodiverse conditions. How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety?
Listen to this heartfelt episode to learn more about the struggles and triumphs of living with dementia.