32 min
Dementia: a Gradually Acquired Disability :: Emily Ong Rodger That
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- Mental Health
Emily Ong is a passionate advocate for the rights of those with dementia and a prominent activist in the global dementia community. As one of the newly elected members of Dementia Alliance International’s (DAI) Board of Directors, she shares how her advocacy started and her hopes to make an impact for those affected by the condition. She was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment with the probability of young-onset dementia in 2017.
DAI believes that in all matters concerning dementia the philosophy should be, “Nothing about us, without us.” They believe that many persons with dementia are very capable of representing themselves.
“Our work on claiming the human rights for all people with dementia means we are legally entitled to be included, and not just consulted, or represented by others. We are also entitled to the appropriate disability support that any other persons or groups of disabled people are afforded,” Emily says.
DAI seeks to represent, support, and educate others living with the disease and the wider dementia community.
“Without the support from my family and the new communities where I find solace in it is rather unlikely that I can be so emotionally strong and positive as I am now. My new friends taught me that there’s still life after the diagnosis because life can still be purposeful and beautiful with dementia,” Emily explains.
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Rodger That is produced by Missing Link—a podcast media company that is dedicated to connecting people to intelligent, engaging and informative content.
Also in the Missing Link line-up of podcasts, is The Designated Drinker Show —a high-spirited show featuring craft cocktails and lively banter with the people who create (and quaff) them.
Now, if you are looking for a whole new way to enjoy the theatre, check out Between Acts—an immersive audio theatre podcast experience. Each episode takes you on a spellbinding journey through the works of newfound playwrights—from dramas to comedies and everything in between.
Emily Ong is a passionate advocate for the rights of those with dementia and a prominent activist in the global dementia community. As one of the newly elected members of Dementia Alliance International’s (DAI) Board of Directors, she shares how her advocacy started and her hopes to make an impact for those affected by the condition. She was diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment with the probability of young-onset dementia in 2017.
DAI believes that in all matters concerning dementia the philosophy should be, “Nothing about us, without us.” They believe that many persons with dementia are very capable of representing themselves.
“Our work on claiming the human rights for all people with dementia means we are legally entitled to be included, and not just consulted, or represented by others. We are also entitled to the appropriate disability support that any other persons or groups of disabled people are afforded,” Emily says.
DAI seeks to represent, support, and educate others living with the disease and the wider dementia community.
“Without the support from my family and the new communities where I find solace in it is rather unlikely that I can be so emotionally strong and positive as I am now. My new friends taught me that there’s still life after the diagnosis because life can still be purposeful and beautiful with dementia,” Emily explains.
Don't forget to subscribe, download, and review to share your thoughts about the show!
To find out more about Bobbi and Mike or the inspiration behind this podcast, Rodger That, head over to rodgerthat.show.
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Rodger That is produced by Missing Link—a podcast media company that is dedicated to connecting people to intelligent, engaging and informative content.
Also in the Missing Link line-up of podcasts, is The Designated Drinker Show —a high-spirited show featuring craft cocktails and lively banter with the people who create (and quaff) them.
Now, if you are looking for a whole new way to enjoy the theatre, check out Between Acts—an immersive audio theatre podcast experience. Each episode takes you on a spellbinding journey through the works of newfound playwrights—from dramas to comedies and everything in between.
32 min