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Alzheimer's And Dementia Weekly

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Turn “No” into “Yes” in Dementia

April 22, 2022 No Comments

CARE-TIPS VIDEO + ARTICLE: A common frustration in Alzheimer’s is the propensity to say “no” to just about everything. Often, this is triggered by physical

Giving Cues to a Person with Dementia

April 18, 2022 No Comments

TEEPA SNOW CARE TIPS – VIDEO: A person with dementia may wonder, “What do I do now?” or “How do I do what I want

Beating Apathy in Dementia

April 14, 2022 2 Comments

APATHY strikes 90% of people with dementia, sooner or later. Faster decline and care problems result. Apathy is the most common neuropsychiatric symptom of dementia,

8 Sessions of Mindfulness Training Helps Dementia & Caregiving

April 13, 2022 No Comments

MINDFULNESS TRAINING was shown to brighten outlook on life for people with dementia, as well as caregivers. Northwestern University found that just eight sessions of

Transforming the Dementia Unit

April 6, 2022 No Comments

UPLIFTING VIDEO: Canada’s Peel Region took a big risk, with a plan to transform its long-term dementia-care home, hoping that residents – and staff –

Hearing and Saying Words in Alzheimer’s

March 31, 2022 No Comments

BETTER COMMUNICATION: Which words are easier and harder for people with dementia? When finding the right word or comprehending a complex phrase becomes difficult, helpful

Alzheimer’s Communication & Therapeutic Fibbing

March 28, 2022 15 Comments

10 TIPS: Never argue, instead agree, Never force, instead reinforce.

Dementia Care & Social Distancing

May 11, 2021 No Comments

TEEPA VIDEO: How do I stay protected from Coronavirus, when caring for a physically healthy person with dementia? Physical contact is unavoidable — forget 6

Staying Social with Alzheimer’s In Spite of COVID-19

July 12, 2020 1 Comment

CBS VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT: Bans on visitors at senior facilities , fewer people dropping in at home, and social distancing may be harsh and confusing

Mom is Home with Coronavirus & Dementia

June 7, 2020 1 Comment

TEEPA CARE TIPS – VIDEO: Dale asked Teepa about bringing home Mom after she recovered from COVID-19. How do we keep her and ourselves safe?

Razadyne For Alzheimer’s: Improves Thinking, Lifespan

May 11, 2026

MEDICATION: Razadyne (generic galantamine) is an FDA-Approved daffodil extract for Alzheimer’s. Learn how it significantly lowered mortality & eased cognitive decline.

Blueberry Walnut Greek Yogurt Parfait

May 11, 2026

A simple MIND Diet recipe built around everyday ingredients that support a brain-healthy eating pattern. A simple MIND Diet breakfast with blueberries, walnuts, oats, and

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A Grandchild for One Day Keeps Dementia Away

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?

“I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” By Dad with Dementia & Son

Enjoy this great duet between a musician with dementia and his son. A triumph of spirit over Alzheimer’s! Sing-a-long if you like!

Is Alzheimer’s Catchy?

It looks like a sneeze cannot give anyone Alzheimer’s. While Alzheimer’s abnormal disease proteins do spread from cell-to-cell, they are not “infectious”. Check out the facts.