UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
152: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 152
152: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 152
152: The 'D' Word with Pete Hill - Episode 152
Friday 16th January 2026
Explore Michael Maslinsky's journey of moving into a care home with his wife, Maggie, and advocating for personalised dementia care.
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Episode Overview
- Michael Maslinsky moved into a care home with his wife to provide advocacy.
- Early diagnosis of dementia can lead to better management options.
- Care systems should focus on personalised approaches for patients.
- Advocacy can significantly impact decision-making in healthcare.
- Bureaucratic processes often hinder effective dementia care.
"My wife is my wife, and where am I going to live but with her?"
How do individuals turn their lives around after facing the challenge of dementia? In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, host Pete Hill welcomes Michael Maslinsky, who shares his unique journey of moving into a care home with his wife, Maggie, who was diagnosed with semantic dementia. Michael's story is a testament to love and advocacy, as he recounts the challenges and triumphs of living alongside Maggie in a care facility.
His experience offers valuable insights into the complexities of dementia care and the importance of early diagnosis. Michael's book, "What Would Maggie Do?", captures his role as Maggie's advocate, ensuring her voice was heard when crucial decisions were made. He highlights the need for care systems to adapt to individual needs rather than sticking rigidly to protocols that may not always serve the best interests of patients.
Michael's perspective as a 'man on the inside' provides a rare look into the care home system, advocating for more personalised care and decision-making based on understanding and empathy. This episode encourages listeners to reflect on the importance of timely diagnosis and the evolving nature of dementia care. It challenges the status quo, urging for a shift from bureaucratic processes to more human-centric approaches.
Michael's journey is not just about navigating the care system but also about fighting for change to improve it for others. If you're curious about how love, persistence, and advocacy can make a difference in dementia care, this episode is a must-listen.