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‘Still Alice’ Brings Attention to Alzheimer’s

September 20, 2024 No Comments

In turns heartbreaking and inspiring, the movie “Still Alice” captures in remarkable detail what’s it’s like to live with Alzheimer’s.

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On the Street Where You Live, by Dad with Dementia

August 22, 2024 No Comments

Watch Teddy Mac, diagnosed with dementia, belt out a wonderful song on a drive with his son.

Heartfelt Revelation: ‘The Notebook’ Star Gena Rowlands Faces Alzheimer’s Battle

June 27, 2024 1 Comment

In “The Notebook,” actress Gena Rowlands played Allie Calhoun with Alzheimer’s. Gena’s son, the film’s Director, reveals Gena now has Alzheimer’s — just like her character did on screen. Kaylee Hartung reports, while Dr. Tara Narula discusses the latest on Alzheimer’s.

Work of Art

April 16, 2024 1 Comment

Kay & Jon’s new song helps to see it’s possible to live well with dementia, and – perhaps – see ourselves as works of art.

The Caregiver’s Perspective on Alzheimer’s

November 9, 2023 No Comments

PBS MOVIE: Caregivers share their diverse experiences of caring for loved ones in the world of dementia.

The 5th Dementia – A Musical Movie

October 31, 2023 No Comments

FULL MOVIE: “The 5th Dementia” is a diverse music band of people with dementia. When the music starts, they are transformed, diving in with no sheet music. Watch powerfully personal stories reveal this inexplicable phenomena.

Taipei Music School for Dementia

September 28, 2023 No Comments

A first-of-its-kind music school has launched in Taipei, offering free lessons to older adults with dementia and other disabilities.

Keys Bags Names Words

August 31, 2023 No Comments

“Keys Bags Names Words” is a hopeful Alzheimer’s movie. The film portrays stories of young scientists and artists from around the world in, their effort to help those who are affected.

Iconic Vocalist Tony Bennett’s Long Goodbye

May 30, 2023 1 Comment

SINGING WITH ALZHEIMER’S: Look back at Iconic crooner Tony Bennett, commanding Radio City’s great stage, in his “One Last Time” sold-out performance in New York City.

Mind & Melody

May 23, 2023 No Comments

Meet the young musicians taking on Alzheimer’s through music!

A Look at How the ‘Superagers’ Live

July 8, 2026

VIDEO: Men and women living into their nineties are the fastest growing segment in the US population. What determines who will make it into their 90s, and in what condition? The “90+” research study is hoping to find out. Learn more.

Elizabeth Allen, diagnosed with Alzheimer's

5 Smart Ways to Face Alzheimer’s

July 7, 2026

VIDEO: See how one lady faced the stigma of Alzheimer’s and rose above its storm clouds. Learn why she continues to take part in her community and how she lives life with dementia to the fullest.

Do Not Ask Me to Remember

July 6, 2026

This gorgeous Owen Darnell poem is often referred to as the ‘Alzheimer’s Poem’.

Most Popular Stories

85 with Dementia? Good Chance It’s HS-AGING, Not Alzheimer’s

Three important dementia studies focus on HS-AGING, a type of dementia almost as common as Alzheimer’s in the 85+ group. Yet few people have heard of it. Why? What makes it different?

Grandmother in black and white striped shirt hugging girl in black and white striped shirt

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.