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Alzheimer's And Dementia Weekly

Support & Insight for the Autumn of Life

Peter Berger

Alzheimer’s Lesson 1: Love is Ever Evolving

May 1, 2026 No Comments

SHORT FILM: When a ski trip is delayed for a quick visit to a Mom with Alzheimer’s, one precious moment sheds light on everything.

Finding Joy in Alzheimer’s Care

April 30, 2026 2 Comments

TEDx VIDEO: People with dementia and their care partners can experience joy, humor and connection. Since there’s no cure, the best solution is great care. See how to set a high bar with empathy, patience and fun.

Elderly Man with Dementia and His Wife Smiling Together

Memories Fade But Feelings Remain

April 29, 2026 5 Comments

EMOTIONAL STATES of individuals with Alzheimer’s are profoundly influenced by caregivers. Learn how.

10 Tips to Prevent Wandering from Dementia

April 28, 2026 11 Comments

WANDERING occurs in 60% of people with dementia. It can be triggered by anything from an old memory to poor vision, from confusion to distress. Learn how to stop wandering from repeating itself. Find out ways to prevent it.

Daughter serving a bowl of oatmeal with berries to a person with dementia

3 Simple Brain-Friendly Meals for Difficult Eating Days

April 27, 2026 No Comments

When eating becomes difficult, even simple meal decisions can feel overwhelming.
Here are 3 gentle, brain-friendly meals you can use right away.

Cheerful elderly couple in casual clothes and straw hats walking on lawn of park in sunny day

8 Exercise Motivators to Fight Alzheimer’s

April 27, 2026 1 Comment

How do you motivate people with Early-stage Alzheimer’s to exercise? Dr. Noorsdy has 8 ways.

Neuro-archaeologist Finds an Original Alzheimer’s Gene Mutation

April 26, 2026 2 Comments

VIDEO+ARTICLE: Kenneth S. Kosik traced an Alzheimer’s gene mutation to a 16th century founder. See him solve this puzzle of the past and show why this can help the future.

Human Growth Hormone Molecule alongside Human Brain, Pituitary Gland Highlighted

Catching Alzheimer’s: News or Nonsense?

April 25, 2026 No Comments

VIDEO + ARTICLE:
Everyone knows Alzheimer’s is not catchy, but a new study shows it might be “transmissible”. Learn the difference and find out what it means to research.

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A Grandchild for One Day Keeps Dementia Away

April 24, 2026 9 Comments

An intriguing study of 120 grandmothers might surprise you. Doctors know socially engaged people have better cognition and less dementia. But can a person get too much of a good thing? What’s the right balance?

Why It’s Worth Screening Everyone Over 70

April 23, 2026 2 Comments

Senior brain health is topping national agendas around the world. Find out how screenings help enhance brain health for the 70+ crowd.

Barbara, a woman with dementia, alongside people in a hospital

Barbara Will Change Your Attitude to Dementia

May 16, 2026

FILM: “BARBARA” is a highly successful British film on dementia. It improves relationships between people with dementia, caregivers, doctors & nurses. “Barbara” is a must-see.

Teepa Snow shows how to use hand-under-hand

Help Someone with Dementia Sit Down

May 15, 2026

Teepa Snow: EMERGENCIES FROM FALLS increase 54% in dementia. Many happen while trying to sit down. Falls injure 1-in-3 seniors. See how to help them sit down safely.