Exercise can protect aging brains
Enhanced nerve transmission seen in older adults who remained active The January 7 issue of Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association published an…
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Sense of smell (or lack of) may precede this type of dementia
Some people are much more sensitive to smells than others, but new research shows that losing your sense of smell could be According to research…
Boss’s Day and Dementia
Who wants to be the boss? Well now, to be honest, most of us don’t want someone else telling us what to do. We want…
Support in the New Year
Happy New Year! Are you spending any time caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, any form of dementia or memory loss? Often, when faced with…
Holiday Activities and Memory Loss
Remember when…? Holidays may be rich with tradition and fun, however, for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia holidays can bring…
Are Holidays Happy Days?
Holidays may be joyous for many, but for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, unwelcomed stress, sadness, and depression may be…
Reminiscing Successfully
Thanksgiving, a time for many to gather with family and friends, share a delicious meal, catch up on life’s events, and recall stories of the…
Early Detection and Alzheimer’s
Early detection for Alzheimer’s is a question on many people’s minds. It can help with planning and also make sense of unusual behaviors that are…
Study Shows Effectiveness of Scheduled Activities for Alzheimer’s.
Agitation for people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia can be a major problem for them and their caregivers. When a person with Alzheimer’s…