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The podcast for navigating dementia with clarity, compassion, and support.

Port of Call is the podcast from The Dementia Lifeboat, created for caregivers, families, and professionals seeking clear, compassionate guidance when dementia begins to touch their lives.

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Meet Your Hosts

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Laura Wayman

The Dementia Whisperer

Laura is an internationally recognized dementia care expert, speaker, and author. Known as The Dementia Whisperer, she brings decades of experience, deep compassion, and practical wisdom to every conversation, helping families understand dementia with clarity, dignity, and humanity.

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Jocelyn Ives

Certified Life Coach for Caregivers

Jocelyn is a certified life coach who supports caregivers navigating the emotional, mental, and personal impact of caregiving. Her work centers on helping people feel grounded, supported, and empowered, offering guidance that honors both the caregiver and the person they care for.

Interested in Being a Guest?

Port of Call features guests who bring clarity, compassion, and real-world perspective to the dementia journey. If you have expertise or lived experience that could support caregivers and families, we invite you to reach out and start the conversation.

Need more support in your caregiving journey?

If the conversations on Port of Call resonate, The Dementia Lifeboat offers a deeper layer of support. It’s a compassionate space to connect, learn, and feel less alone as you care for someone living with dementia.

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