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Never Let Them Be Forgotten
31 Tuesday Jan 2017
Category Archives: Face of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Roundup
22 Sunday Jan 2017
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alzheimers, alzheimers diet, caregivers, caregiving, dementia, dementia village, living with alzheimers
Who will care for the caregivers?
“There are some 40 million Americans like my patient’s daughter. Every day, they help a parent, grandparent, relative or neighbor with basic needs: dressing, bathing, cooking, medications or transportation. Often, they do some or all of this while working, parenting, or both. And we — as doctors, employers, friends and extended family — aren’t doing enough to help them.” ~Dhruv Khullar, M.D. Read full article
After the diagnosis…
You’re worried. Your mom has shown increasing forgetfulness for months. She even got lost going to the grocery store she frequents. You hoped things would resolve themselves, but instead, they kept getting worse. You took her to the doctor, hoping the problem was due to a bad interaction of her many medicines or a treatable infection. Instead, you got the dreaded diagnosis: Alzheimer’s. Now what? Read full article
Dementia Village coming to San Diego
A San Diego nonprofit is taking an unorthodox approach to help seniors cope with Alzheimer’s disease. It’s building a village for them to spend time during the day. It’s not residential. But the village is modeled on San Diego in the 1950s, complete with vintage cars, period music, payphones and shops from the pre-shopping mall, pre-Wal-Mart era. The nonprofit says research suggests this type of visual reminder might improve cognitive function and quality of life of Alzheimer’s patients over 65. Read full article
Eating for good brain health
“Diet absolutely does play a role. The brain is like any other organ that is susceptible to (foods) that can protect against oxidation damage. … Think of oxidation like a fire getting started. These (good) foods act like little tiny fire extinguishers that help put out those fires that otherwise would cause damage leading to loss of brain function.” ~Liz Applegate, Professor, UC Davis Read full article
Living with early stage Alzheimer’s
“These days my ministry is Alzheimer’s. I am so much happier now that I’ve accepted my diagnosis. There’s a stigma associated with memory-loss disorders and oftentimes people are afraid to ask for help; I believe my calling is to help reduce that shame. You don’t have to be embarrassed to have Alzheimer’s.” ~Rev. Cynthia Huling Hummel, D.Min Read full article
This Week in Alzheimer’s
05 Saturday Nov 2016
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a list, alzheimers, alzheimers news, alzheimers research, alzheimers support, alzheimers week in review
New Alzheimer’s/Cognitive Impairment Benefit from CMS!
On November 3, 2016, it was announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized its decision to pay for cognitive and functional assessments and care planning for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive impairments. This milestone marks the first time people living with Alzheimer’s disease will have paid access to care planning with a medical professional. Read more here.
Does Deep Brain Stimulation Boost Memory in Alzheimer’s Patients?
Researchers at Toronto Western Hospital and Johns Hopkins University are hopeful about a clinical trial involving deep brain stimulation. One might think of this as a pacemaker for the brain; electrodes are implanted in the brain and deliver a steady stream of electrical impulses to the part of the brain that regulates memory. The study is currently moving into its third and final phase. Read more here.
Greg O’Brien Honored
Journalist, author, and advocate Greg O’Brien received the inaugural Bea Lerner Valor Award at September’s third annual UsAgainstAlzheimer’s Out of the Shadows Dinner. The award is given to a person living with dementia and is named to honor the mother of UsAgainstAlzheimer’s co-founder, Trish Vradenburg. Read more here.
National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
The White House issued a Presidential Proclamation declaring November 2016 as National Alzheimer’ Awareness Month. Read more here.
Alzheimer’s Talks: Dr. Rudy Tanzi
The transcript and recording from October’s Alzheimer’s Talks call have been posted. The call featured leading researcher, Dr. Rudy Tanzi, who spoke in depth about his new work on a microbial hypothesis of the causes of Alzheimer’s disease. You can find the transcript and recording here.
Easy Actions You Can Take to Make a Difference!
- Take 30 seconds to provide hope to others touched by Alzheimer’s!! Introducing Adversity 2 Advocacy’s Project Hope Exchange! Learn more here.
- Join the A List 1000 today! It just takes 5 minutes, and gives you an opportunity to help shape the future. Learn more here.
- Participate in the Health-eBrain Study to help advance the cognitive health of caregivers. Learn more here.
- Participate in a caregiver study being conducted at Xavier University. Learn more here.
Looking for Support?
Join the UsAgainstAlzheimer’s Facebook Support Community! We have members all over the world who possess a vast amount of experience and who understand what you’re going through. Although each of our stories is unique, we’re bonded by a common experience – Alzheimer’s (or some other form of dementia). The Community provides a safe place to share fears, frustrations, and the moments of joy we all hunger for. Find us here.
Book Giveaway
Last but not least, click here to enter for a chance to win a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Living With Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias. In the book, you’ll find 101 stories that will inspire, validate, and comfort you. Winner will be drawn Friday, November 11.
The Long and Winding Road... 