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Able to Care

Di: Andy Baker (Able Training)
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Able to Care with Andy Baker helps caregivers, teachers, parents and people who care, better understand behaviour, care and connection. Hosted by Behaviour Specialist, author and trainer Andy Baker, the podcast explores dementia, neurodiversity, mental health, education, parenting, safeguarding, communication and the human stories behind support.

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  • The Dementia Care Mistake Families Don’t Know They’re Making | Part 2

    The Dementia Care Mistake Families Don’t Know They’re Making | Part 2
    Nov 3 2026
    In Part 2 of Andy Baker’s conversation with Dr Kellyn Lee, the discussion moves from everyday objects into a much bigger question: what does good dementia care actually look like? Kellyn challenges the belief that carers must constantly look busy, explaining why simply sitting with someone, listening and being genuinely present can be some of the most valuable work a caregiver does. Andy and Kellyn then explore risk aversion in care homes, including everyday possessions such as hairdryers, creams, toiletries and curling tongs. They discuss how removing objects to prevent one possible risk can unintentionally create greater distress, dependence and restrictions. The conversation connects Material Citizenship with the Mental Capacity Act, human rights, least restrictive practice and positive risk-taking, showing how seemingly small decisions can have profound effects on dignity and wellbeing. For professional carers, managers, family caregivers and anyone supporting someone living with dementia, this episode offers a practical challenge: rather than asking only “How do we keep this person safe?”, should we also be asking “What are we preventing them from living?” Three Key Messages 1. Presence is work. Listening, sitting alongside someone and making them feel seen and heard can be some of the most important dementia care you provide. 2. Removing every possible risk creates risks of its own. Over-protection can reduce independence, identity, confidence, movement and emotional wellbeing. 3. Human rights become meaningful through everyday practice. Allowing someone access to their belongings, routines and choices can be a practical expression of dignity, citizenship and least restrictive care. Why Listen to This Episode? Listen if you: Work in a care home or dementia service Are responsible for risk assessments or restrictive practice Want to understand positive risk-taking Find it difficult to balance safety against independence Support someone whose belongings have been removed “for their own safety” Want to apply the Mental Capacity Act more meaningfully Manage or train care staff Want practical ways to make human rights relevant to everyday dementia care Believe carers should have more permission to simply connect with the people they support This episode challenges the idea that good care can be measured purely by how many tasks have been completed. Sometimes the most valuable outcome is simply that someone feels like they matter. Chapters 00:00 - Being present is real care Why sitting with someone and having a conversation can be valuable work. 00:31 - People living with dementia still need to feel seen and heard 01:20 - Why care work became so task-focused The pressure to always appear busy. 03:03 - When a walk around the lake is treated as “not working” How organisational culture can discourage connection. 04:42 - What happens when carers are given time to listen The small things people reveal when someone is genuinely present. 06:28 - Why are care homes so risk-averse? Fear, blame and responsibility. 09:05 - Changing practice through Material Citizenship Why experiential learning can shift staff attitudes. 09:46 - Moving beyond tick-box e-learning Training as reflection, conversation and personal growth. 11:17 - Blanket restrictions and unintended consequences When one incident leads to everyone losing access to everyday items. 12:31 - Using evidence to support positive risk-taking Why staff need a framework and language to justify good decisions. 15:30 - Material Citizenship and human rights Making abstract rights practical through everyday objects. 17:48 - Restrictive practice and the urge to leave Why wanting to leave an unfamiliar environment can be completely understandable. 18:40 - The Mental Capacity Act in everyday practice Choice, possessions and least restrictive support. 21:20 - Toiletries, hair products and unnecessary restrictions When attempts to reduce risk actually create more danger. 23:05 - What families can do this week Pay attention to the small, mundane things. 24:46 - The Material Citizenship animations for families and care homes 26:21 - How well do we really know the people we love? Why families may be surprised by which possessions matter most. 27:45 - Where to find Kellyn’s resources 28:11 - Material Citizenship training and accreditation Resources Mentioned Dr Kellyn Lee Website: https://www.drkellyn.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kellyn-lee-ph-d-cpsychol-52668846/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkellyn_dementia/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_kellyn?lang=en-GB Material Citizenship Kellyn’s evidence-based approach helps care organisations examine how everyday possessions, routines and environments influence: Emotional wellbeing Identity Independence Psychological safety Positive risk-taking Human rights Least restrictive care Material Citizenship Training and Accreditation Kellyn discusses the development...
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    25 min
  • I Took My Dementia Business Into Dragons’ Den | Part 2

    I Took My Dementia Business Into Dragons’ Den | Part 2
    Oct 19 2026
    In Part 2 of Andy Baker’s conversation with Jayne Sibley, the discussion moves from recognising financial vulnerability to practical ways families can respond. Jayne explains how Sibstar was created to solve the problem she faced while supporting her own parents - how to allow someone to continue shopping, visiting the hairdresser, buying a coffee or choosing their own Christmas presents without exposing their full bank balance to fraud, overspending or exploitation. The conversation explores practical safeguards such as spending limits, restricting cash withdrawals or online purchases, real-time notifications and monitoring unusual spending. Andy and Jayne also discuss the wider need for financial services to better support adults who may be vulnerable while still recognising their right to independence. Jayne also shares her experience of taking Sibstar onto BBC’s Dragons’ Den, where the business secured investment from Deborah Meaden and Sara Davies. Three key messages 1. Financial independence and financial safety can coexist. Someone may still be perfectly capable of making everyday purchases even if they need support around higher-risk financial decisions. 2. Prevention is better than trying to recover lost money. Simple safeguards can reduce risk before fraud or overspending creates serious harm. 3. Take one step at a time. Families do not need to solve everything immediately. Recognising the risk and starting a conversation may be the most important first step. Why listen to this episode? Listen if you: Want to protect someone from scams without taking away independenceSupport someone with dementia, learning disability or mental health needsAre concerned about impulse spendingSupport someone in recovery from addictionAre worried about an adult child managing money independentlyWant alternatives before completely taking control of someone’s financesAre considering Lasting Power of AttorneyWant practical financial safeguarding ideas for a loved one This episode offers a more balanced way of thinking about financial support - not “Can they manage money or not?”, but “What can they still manage safely, and where do they need support?” Chapters 00:00 - What problem was Sibstar designed to solve? 00:16 - Creating safer everyday spending Allowing someone to spend without exposing their main bank account. 02:31 - Spending limits, cash withdrawals and online purchases 03:17 - Keeping normal routines and independence Shopping, coffee, haircuts and everyday choices. 05:08 - Designing Sibstar with the people who use it 06:45 - How spending notifications can help families 08:16 - Preventing financial harm before it happens 08:44 - Financial vulnerability beyond dementia Learning disability, mental health and addiction recovery. 10:44 - Normalising financial support 11:39 - What banks and financial services could do better 14:06 - What happens when children’s banking support ends at 18? 15:48 - Why Jayne believed the solution needed to exist 16:24 - Taking Sibstar onto Dragons’ Den 18:49 - Deborah Meaden and Sara Davies invest 20:24 - The impact of serious financial fraud 22:10 - What families can do this week 24:13 - “If I bring up money, I’ll upset them” 26:07 - Lasting Power of Attorney and other options 29:38 - What’s next for Sibstar? 30:46 - How to find Sibstar and get support Resources mentioned Sibstar A debit card and app that enables vulnerable adults to spend safely while helping protect against fraud and overspending. Website: https://www.sibstar.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sibstar_card/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayne-sibley-24ab1444/ Email: Jayne@sibstar.co.uk Jayne and Sibstar have featured on BBC’s Dragons’ Den, and Jayne’s onboarding information also highlights media work around financial inclusion and dementia. About Jayne Sibley Jayne Sibley is the Co-founder and CEO of Sibstar, a female founder in fintech and a family carer with lived experience. Her work centres on one question many families eventually face: How do I keep someone financially safe without unnecessarily taking away their independence? Her experience began with dementia, but her work now supports the broader conversation around financial vulnerability for people with learning disabilities, mental health conditions and those in recovery from addiction. Follow Able to Care Podcast: https://able-training.co.uk/podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/able-training-ltd-/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AbleTraining TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abletocarepodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@abletocarepodcast If this episode makes you think of someone who may be becoming financially vulnerable, share it with them or their family before a crisis forces the conversation.
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    27 min
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