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MisUnderstanding Dementia Podcast Are you having a hard time taking care of your loved one that has Dementia?
Do you feel stuck on how and what to do with your loved one that has Dementia?
Are you ready to take care of yourself and your elderly loved one?
Ready to be the best caregiver for your loved one?
Then this podcast is for YOU! Minute with Dr. Mike: Never let the fear of striking out get in your way.” -Babe Ruth
Minute with Dr. Mike. “Never let the fear of striking out get in your way.” -Babe Ruth Who is Babe Ruth and what did he mean when he said, “Never let the fear of striking out get in your way.”? In This Podcast: iyLA48F9QD5a2otKNHvu
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