Leslie-Ann chats with Dr. Kester Nedd, dissecting Alzheimer’s and Dementia, from a clinical, social, and economic standpoint within the Caribbean context. From the discussion, one will learn about Alzheimer’s and Dementia, understand the differences, causes, symptoms, and how it can be treated, through pharmacological and no pharmacological treatments in the early stages. Characteristics of presenting symptoms for the degenerative diseases are highlighted; while sound advice and key takeaways are given about care and support systems for custodians taking care of loved one’s suffering. The conversation takes a deep dive into how the brain works and how lifestyle, genetics, traumatic brain injury and the natural course of aging all shape the presentation of the disease in persons diagnosed. Ethical issues concerning the care of persons in and out of lucidity, denial, and out-of-character behavior, and how to manage as caretakers are also discussed. The Caribbean’s readiness to support and provide proper services for the aging population is discussed and areas to improve geriatric services holistically, were highlighted. In essence, anyone listening to this episode will leave well-informed, with sound advice to use or share with someone, as Alzheimer's and Dementia continues to plague many Caribbean households.