In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Wendy Valentine sits down with actor, filmmaker, and storyteller Katie Prentiss to discuss her transformative journey of caregiving, creativity, and healing. Katie shares the deeply personal story of losing her mom to frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and how it inspired her upcoming film, Wake Up Maggie. This film is more than a project—it’s a mission to raise awareness about dementia, honor caregivers, and explore life’s most profound moments of love, loss, and awakening. Tune in for a powerful conversation that will inspire you to embrace life, find meaning in the challenges, and live fully in the present.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Katie’s personal journey of caregiving for her mom and how it changed her life.
• The differences between frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and other forms of dementia, like Alzheimer’s.
• The emotional impact of caregiving and how it can lead to personal transformation.
• The inspiration and process behind Katie’s film, Wake Up Maggie, and how storytelling can drive awareness and change.
• Practical advice and uplifting words for caregivers and those impacted by dementia.

Episode Highlights:

• Katie’s Story: From navigating caregiving challenges to rediscovering herself as a filmmaker and actor.
• FTD Awareness: Understanding the symptoms and challenges of frontotemporal dementia.
• Finding Purpose Through Grief: How Katie turned her fear and loss into a mission to inspire and educate others.
• Caregiver Resilience: A look at the sacrifices and joys of caring for loved ones with dementia.
• The Power of Storytelling: Katie’s vision for Wake Up Maggie and its potential to spark conversation and change.

This episode is a must-listen for caregivers, storytellers, and anyone seeking to find light through life’s darkest moments. Tune in now and be inspired!

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✨Read the blog 259 💖 Wake Up Maggie: Katie Prentiss on Caregiving, Dementia Awareness, and Finding Purpose at https://wendyvalentine.com/dementia-awareness/

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Katieprentiss.com Wakeupmaggiemovie.com All socials are @katieprentiss

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