Social for 1 Day Improves Cognition for 3
April 22, 2025
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Researchers find that adults ages 70 to 90 who enjoy a pleasant social life, also have a better cognitive life.
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I Have Dementia, But Dementia Doesn’t Have Me
March 10, 2025
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VIDEO: This is not a story about dementia. This is a story about Liz.
Dementia Alliance International – It’s About Human Rights
February 11, 2025
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VIDEO: Kate Swaffer had to leave her job after she was diagnosed with dementia at the age of 49. See why she co-founded Dementia Awareness International, which is now giving a powerful voice to people with Dementia.
Rebecca is Living Well with Her Alzheimer’s
February 9, 2025
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INSPIRING: Former University of Denver Chancellor Rebecca Chopp was at a loss when her doctor told her to “live with joy” after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Pushing back against the hopelessness, she began pursuing a daily regimen of vigorous exercise, strict diet, intellectual and social engagement — all of which are giving her more time and more life.
A Very-Dementia-Friendly Town
February 5, 2025
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UPLIFTING AND IDEA-FILLED VIDEO: In picturesque Arnsberg, townsfolk are finding ways to make living with dementia as normal as possible.
100 Ways to Live Well with Alzheimer’s
January 28, 2025
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SEMINAR VIDEO: Watch Dr. Terry Barclay share his passion: To help patients and families thrive – not just survive – when living with Alzheimer’s.
How to Prepare for Bad Weather with Dementia
January 22, 2025
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INFO + CHECKLISTS: Dementia demands preparation. When bad weather strikes, be ready. This post includes checklists to help you prepare, tips on how to ride it out, plus ways to get back on your feet in the aftermath.
How I Feel About My Dementia
January 7, 2025
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FILM SHORT: Meet 6 people living fulfilling lives with dementia. This award-winning, true film explores the needs and feelings of real people with dementia.
Defying Dementia by Raising Their Voice
December 12, 2024
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CBS VIDEO – MUSIC & SONG: One program is giving people living with Alzheimer’s a new and joyous way to step back into life, by literally giving voice to both patients and their caregivers. Dr. Jonathan LaPook reports.
When Ted Sings, Millions Listen, Alzheimer’s & All
November 17, 2024
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MUSIC: Famously known as the Songaminute Man, Ted is living with dementia, even as he enjoys singing on. Watch this wonderful sampling of his songs, along with a one-of-a-kind interview on BBC’s “The One Show”.
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