New Dementia Cruise
May 14, 2017
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A new “Dementia Cruise” is setting sail. Both a conference and a vacation, people include those with early or mid-stage dementia, family, friends, professionals and
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Share a Caregiving Story – Win Dinner & $250
November 8, 2016
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What could help make a better care-break than an evening dinner with Grammy-award winner and singer Patti Austin, plus $250 as a gift or to
Next Year’s Dementia Village
October 11, 2016
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VIDEO: Taking the concept of a dementia village to the next level, Whare Aroha CARE is putting into place their new “CARE Village” at Ngongotaha,
The “Reality of Caring” Report
April 18, 2016
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VIDEO + ARTICLE + FREE REPORT: Read the latest report from HQO called, “The Reality of Caring”. It examines the growth of caregiver distress experienced
10 Books on Self-Care for Caregivers
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HEALTH TIPS: Caregivers, are you taking care of you? You can only care for somebody as much as you care for yourself. Whether family-caregiver or
Alzheimer’s Friendly Business Helps Caregivers Get a Break
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VIDEO + INFO: See how local stores and restaurants have stepped up to be welcoming and understanding to customers dealing with the day to day
Advanced Care Planning for Dementia Approved by Medicare
July 19, 2015
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Living well with Alzheimer’s takes good planning. Fortunately, the U.S. government just approved coverage for neurologists to guide people with dementia regarding future care. Learn
48% Cut in Antipsychotics Improves Dementia Care
February 18, 2015
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ARTICLE + FREE 20-PAGE BOOKLET: The PEARL Dementia Care Program dramatically cut antipsychotics in care homes an average of 48%, with one home’s reduction exceeding
Need Help with Dementia? Choose Your Own Place
November 9, 2014
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Olivia felt she may one day need a place with more help. She was a lady who enjoyed her own decisions and had her own intentions. See what she did about it.
How Alzheimer’s Caregivers Steer Clear of Depression
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40% of family caregivers develop depression, which typically leads to care breakdown. Family caregivers who took the START (STrAtegies for RelaTives) course were 7 times
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