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Alzheimer's And Dementia Weekly

Support & Insight for the Autumn of Life

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‘Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Saved My Marriage’

April 9, 2023 No Comments

A diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s saved the marriage of Trey and Theresa Pippen, according to Trey.

Money, Banking & Dementia

April 7, 2023 No Comments

Banks can be intimidating in a world with Alzheimer’s. Pin numbers and fraud protection, long lines and lots of numbers, may call for special attention. That’s why Lloyds Banking Group and The Alzheimer’s Society offer this landmark “Dementia-Friendly Financial Services” guide for banks and insurers. Download the guide and improve the everyday lives of people affected by dementia.

Sport Memories Engage, Socialize & Raise Awareness

April 6, 2023 No Comments

See how Sporting Memories Network promotes the well-being of people living with dementia with projects that tap into their prior passion for sports.

Using Music to Unlock Memories in Alzheimer’s

April 2, 2023 No Comments

Music lights up many parts of the brain, and the ‘Music and Memory’ program helps people with Alzheimer’s reconnect with their emotional side.

A Tornado and Alzheimer’s

March 26, 2023 2 Comments

A tornado has left 40 Alzheimer’s patients on the move. See how dementia is especially vulnerable to natural disasters and bad weather. Learn special steps you can take to help them be prepared.

Dad Doesn’t Remember Daughter, but Feels Love

March 12, 2023 No Comments

Scott doesn’t remember his daughter or his wife, but he does remember the love they share. Watch how his daughter Bailey handles the situation in this CBS News presentation.

At Family Gatherings, Get to the Heart of Medical Histories

March 10, 2023 No Comments

Doctors are encouraging people to take advantage of holiday gatherings with relatives to discuss family medical histories. Learn why knowing your family’s medical history can help you avoid repeating past health issues.

Teaching Alzheimer’s to New Doctors

February 23, 2023 3 Comments

See how a pioneer ‘buddy’ program at Northwestern University pairs medical students with Alzheimer’s patients. Watch now.

Dementia Village

February 6, 2023 1 Comment

Hogeway Village is a community of people with dementias such as Alzheimer’s. See the advantages of a custom-tuned environment offering familiar surroundings.

How Hi-Tech Ken Keeps Grandpa Safe

November 11, 2022 No Comments

TECHNOLOGY VIDEO: As a high school student, Kenneth Shinozuka wanted to keep his grandfather safe while he struggled with Alzheimer’s but he hopes to help

7 Best MCT Oils for Alzheimer’s & Brain Support

April 13, 2026

How to choose the right MCT oil for Alzheimer’s and dementia support.

Why I Stoppped Driving

April 13, 2026

Bud, a strong military man, shares what bothers him the most about his dementia. See what he has to say about driving, Alzheimer’s and the new balance he has achieved regarding the things he will and won’t do.

God did not create us to see through each other, But to see each other through.

Thought of the Week: See Each Other Through

April 12, 2026

God did not create us to see through each other,
But to see each other through.

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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.