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6 Foods That Might Help Prevent Dementia

Dementia is a term for a significant decline in mental ability, causing symptoms such as memory loss, behavior changes and loss of language skills. There are many different forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and vascular dementia.  Preventing dementia can be difficult, but studies show that staying active,…

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Tips for Speaking to Your Doctor About Memory and Cognitive Concerns

As we age, it’s natural to experience occasional forgetfulness or lapses in memory. However, when these concerns become more frequent or start interfering with daily life, it’s essential to address them with care and seek guidance from a medical professional. If you or a loved one are worried about memory…

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Helpful Tips for Keeping Someone’s Memory Alive

Nothing is quite as powerful and meaningful as keeping the memory of a loved one alive. It can be incredibly healing to talk about them, share stories, and continue their legacy in some way. Every person has something special that they contribute to this world, and honoring it through remembrance…

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The Different Types of Dementia in Elderly Individuals

As people get older, they become more susceptible to developing dementia, which is a grouping of changes in the brain that cause immense amounts of memory loss. Due to the progression of losing memories, relationships between the diagnosed individual and family members or caregivers can face severe impacts. There is…

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Alzheimer’s Support Group for School Students Who Are Caregivers

Should a community foster an Alzheimer’s support group for high school students? Teens who are caregivers at home need access to services and help resources. The population of persons diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease continues to rise steadily, forcing an increase in the number of home caregivers – particularly, child caregivers….

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5 Reasons Why Creative Writing Is a Great Activity For Dementia Patients

Let’s admit it: just like most people, you probably think of creative writing as an activity for young budding writers or students who have to do it to get higher grades. However, creative writing is proven to be a great activity even for elderly people who suffer from dementia. In…

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Why Jigsaw Puzzles Are Beneficial for Seniors with Dementia

As people get older, their cognitive abilities decline which often leads to the development of severe medical conditions. One of these is dementia which generally refers to the disruption of memory, language, thinking and problem-solving skills that affect daily life. According to statistics, about 50 million people suffer from dementia…

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3 Myths About Aging Every Senior Should Debunk

No one can ever escape from the aging process. Our bodies grow just a little older each passing day, so science hasn’t been able to stop it. However, there are myths about aging that, unfortunately, have affected how many people take care of themselves. There are just too many health…

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The Longest Day – June 20, 2020

The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. On June 20, thousands of participants from across the world come together to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through an activity of their choice. Together, they use their creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness…

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The Importance of Winter Exercise for Seniors

When the weather gets cooler, it’s easy to find excuses to stay inside. All of a sudden, the blustery wind, icy sidewalks, and contagious illnesses make not venturing outside much more appealing, particularly for seniors. But, as a result, physical activity decreases, especially with age. Staying active as a senior…

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