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Creating a Memorable Motherā€™s Day When Mom Has Dementia

May 6, 2019 — Holidays can be a challenging time for families who are caring for someone living with Alzheimerā€™s or another form of dementia. Beloved traditions may have to be adjusted to accommodate new realities. On Motherā€™s Day, many adult children wonder how to celebrate a day that may no longer hold any meaning for the honoree. But... Read More

Are Memory Lapses a Sign of Dementia?

September 5, 2018 — Molly and her husband, Stan, were taking a leisurely evening stroll through their neighborhood. As they approached a woman who lived in the neightborhood, Molly was ready to say hello, when she realized she couldnā€™t remember the womanā€™s name. Aaron was chatting with a coworker about a recent television show. When the coworker asked the... Read More

Exercise Is Good for the Body ā€“ and the Brain

February 20, 2018 — Staying active as we age is critically important. The famous centenarian George Burns once quipped, ā€œIf I knew I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself!ā€ One of the most important ways to maintain general health is by exercising. The necessity for exercise increases as we grow older... Read More

Creative Endeavors Can Help People Living with Dementia

October 20, 2017 — Most people are familiar with the power of the arts to transform lives and alter oneā€™s perception of the world. Many of us have had the experience of having a book, movie, or play provide a springboard for future dreams and aspirations. Most of us have experienced what itā€™s like to have a favorite song... Read More

Need a Powerful Stress Reducer? Meditate!

October 5, 2017 — Meditation is a practice with a long and rich history. While its roots are in religious traditions, it has evolved to become a mainstream practice for anyone looking to reduce stress, improve their job or athletic performance, or simply improve their overall health and well-being. Meditationā€™s reputation for improving peopleā€™s health has attracted the attention... Read More

Is Alzheimerā€™s Preventable?

September 5, 2017 — September is World Alzheimerā€™s Awareness Month. Every 66 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimerā€™s disease. One in three senior die with the disease of another form of dementia. It is the sixth leading cause of death in the country and with an aging population, its impact on society will continue to grow. And... Read More