A new Harvard study of 2,000 former NFL players shows one-third believe they have chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a neuropathological condition linked to repeated head trauma.
MAUDE’S AWARDS: RECOGNIZING INNOVATIONS IN DEMENTIA CARE
BMI stands for Body Mass Index, a measure of how much extra weight we carry. Learn about NIA research connecting BMI levels to delaying Alzheimer’s.
With so much going on in the field of Alzheimer’s, watch expert Dr. Charles Bernick give a short sum-up of the latest in treatment and prevention!
MAUDE’S AWARDS: RECOGNIZING INNOVATIONS IN DEMENTIA CARE
Teepa shows how to make the most from the ability to communicate with dementia. Watch now.
BMI stands for Body Mass Index, a measure of how much extra weight we carry. Learn about NIA research connecting BMI levels to delaying Alzheimer’s.
With so much going on in the field of Alzheimer’s, watch expert Dr. Charles Bernick give a short sum-up of the latest in treatment and prevention!
Welcome, About This Site
This site was inspired by my Mom’s autoimmune dementia.
It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chafe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. Google gets a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia every 7 minutes. That can overwhelm anyone looking for help. This site filters out, focuses on and offers only the best information. It has helped hundreds of thousands of people since it debuted in 2007. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.
The site is dedicated to all those preserving the dignity of the community of people living with dementia.
Peter Berger, Editor
Brookdale Senior Living of Russellville marked a significant milestone as they celebrated 25 years at their facility. Community members, local businesses and residents came together to commemorate the occasion.
ACTIVITIES VIDEO + ARTICLE: A one-of-a-kind Alzheimer’s center inspires and stimulate memories for people living with dementia.
People living with dementia can experience changed perception, often resulting in visual misinterpretation and disorientation –but simple changes in the environment can help.
BMI stands for Body Mass Index, a measure of how much extra weight we carry. Learn about NIA research connecting BMI levels to delaying Alzheimer’s.
A new Harvard study of 2,000 former NFL players shows one-third believe they have chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a neuropathological condition linked to repeated head trauma.
PREVENTION VIDEOS: Learn secrets to grow old gracefully, with little dementia, from centenarians on the Greek island of Ikaria.
HEALTH VIDEO (TED TALK): What keeps brains healthy and minds happy? Dr. Robert Waldinger is directing a rare study, in its 75th year, to find out. Watch him share 3 lessons learned. See good science verify practical wisdom on healthy living.
DIET: Add nuts to your meals to eat better and fight dementia. Discover three great ways nuts help your brain-boosting diet.
With so much going on in the field of Alzheimer’s, watch expert Dr. Charles Bernick give a short sum-up of the latest in treatment and prevention!
Right now, there are two FDA approved drugs to treat Alzheimer’s itself. Find out why Remternetug may soon get approval as a third, even better treatment.
How do the new drugs Leqembi and Kisunla fight Alzheimer’s? Surprisingly, increases in amyloid-beta protein levels can explain the slowing of Alzheimer’s at least as well as the reduction in amyloid plaques.
Diabetes and prediabetes are dementia risk factors. They affect 1 in 7 adults! Learn about new research to lower that risk with lifestyle and drugs.
In dementia, people repeatedly ask, “What’s the time?” “What day is it?” Easily solve this with Dementia-clocks / Calendar-clocks. Check out 7 clocks with good looks and limitless patience.
PRODUCT OF THE WEEK: Caregivers love this pill box, as do patients and professionals. Simply fill it once a month. Roomy, simple, ingenious.
FILL A MEMORY BOX with photos and memorabilia of a person with dementia, then position it by their door. See it re-orient them, trigger conversations, make a doorway one’s own, and mostly, stimulate memories of good times.
In dementia, quality light improves mood, awareness and vision. Therapeutic lamps go further, reducing Alzheimer’s agitation, getting sleep cycles on schedule and easing depression. See the benefits.
This grab-bar for cars makes getting in and out an easy affair. It glides into any door-latch. Its heavy-duty construction allows an elderly person to lean on it with their full body weight as they enter or exit their vehicle.
The book is beautiful. My 8 year old said to me after reading; “I think this book has a message, that it doesn’t matter if they remember you, they always love you.”
In turns heartbreaking and inspiring, the movie “Still Alice” captures in remarkable detail what’s it’s like to live with Alzheimer’s.
There is a choice we make when a loved one gets Alzheimer’s. Walk away, or don’t walk away. Marilyn’s Mom told her to walk away. Marilyn chose not to. She’s glad she didn’t. Share her journey.
#1 BEST SELLING BOOK ON ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA: “Continues to be the ‘bible’ of recommendation for any caregiver whose family member suffers from a dementia such as Alzheimer’s.” — Bookwatch
Learn more about “The 36-Hour Day”.
FREE BOOKLETS & CARE TIPS:
Long-distance dementia-caregiving has unique stresses. Learn what to do and how to help. Get free booklets on coping and succeeding.
VIDEO – INSIDE EDITION: A Californian “time capsule” kindles sparks of joy in Alzheimer’s, as people see a world they remember. A ’50s-themed diner has a jukebox playing rock ‘n’ roll classics and a 1959 Ford Thunderbird’s on display. Phone booths with rotary dials, vinyl record players and vintage clothing round things out. See Jackie and her daughter Kimberly playing music to jog mom’s memory and make new moments possible.
VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT: What do people wish for in dementia? Comfort, respect, love… Dr. BJ Miller shares deep thoughts on creating a dignified, graceful life for people nearing the end of life. Take your time & savor this moving talk.
CARE VIDEO: Dementia-Friends-Champion Natalie talks through the ‘bookcase analogy’. Understand the way dementia affects a person and why visits are so important to them.
During our dementia journey, I made lots of mistakes. I learned many lessons including these 14. Perhaps they can help you.
Just what is a loved one with dementia going through? This virtual Alzheimer’s tour reveals more than you ever imagined.
In turns heartbreaking and inspiring, the movie “Still Alice” captures in remarkable detail what’s it’s like to live with Alzheimer’s.
Alice gives the Alzheimer’s speech of a lifetime, filled with sharing, hope and inspiration.
Watch Teddy Mac, diagnosed with dementia, belt out a wonderful song on a drive with his son.
This site was inspired by my Mom’s autoimmune dementia.
It is a place where we separate out the wheat from the chafe, the important articles & videos from each week’s river of news. Google gets a new post on Alzheimer’s or dementia every 7 minutes. That can overwhelm anyone looking for help. This site filters out, focuses on and offers only the best information. It has helped hundreds of thousands of people since it debuted in 2007. Thanks to our many subscribers for your supportive feedback.
The site is dedicated to all those preserving the dignity of the community of people living with dementia.
Peter Berger, Editor
