“SPENT: Discussing Dementia” To Premiere on MPT Next Week

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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, so Severna Park filmmakers Daphne Glover and Bob Ferrier produced a companion piece to the Emmy-nominated film “SPENT: The Hidden Cost of Dementia” — covered by the Voice in 2018. The new piece, “SPENT: Discussing Dementia,” premieres June 21 on Maryland Public Television (MPT) right after a rebroadcast of the first film.

“SPENT: Discussing Dementia” brings together leading experts in the fields of dementia and related illness to help viewers better understand the disease, the importance of early diagnosis, and how best to prepare financially and emotionally for what is sure to be a challenging road for millions of Americans.

Moderated by the Emmy-award winning producers of “SPENT: The Hidden Cost of Dementia,” this timely expert-driven panel discussion will help provide the answers to the many questions folks have who are in the throes of this disease, including recognizing the early warning signs, providing the best care possible for their situation, and understanding the financial implications through a micro and macro lens.

The expert panelists for “SPENT – Discussing Dementia” are:

Dr. Halima Amjad
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Division of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology
Center for Transformative Geriatric Research

Rick Gow
Certified Senior Advisor & Wealth Advisor
A nationally recognized speaker on long-term care financial planning

Yolanda Wright
Early Stage and Support Counselor 
Alzheimer’s Association, MD Chapter


Catch both films at the following dates and times:

Monday, June 21, on MPT2 (premiere)

“SPENT: The Hidden Cost of Dementia” at 10:00pm

“SPENT: Discussing Dementia” at 10:30pm

Tuesday, June 29, on MPT-HD

“SPENT: The Hidden Cost of Dementia” at 3:00pm

“SPENT: Discussing Dementia” at 3:30pm


Starting on Tuesday, June 22, both programs will be available for 30 days via streaming on MPT at https://video.mpt.tv.

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