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Largescale brain epigenetics study provides new insights into dementia
https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-06/uoe-lbe060921.php
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Ground-hog Day
A caregiver complained about feeling stifled because every day was the same. I responded that PWDs require Ground-hog days in order to function. I notice this about myself. I also call it living in a bubble. I feel most comfortable in my bubble, where every day is mostly the same. I used to resist this because sameness is…
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Stages of ALZ
I was diagnosed with ALZ 2 and a half years ago. I know it effects everyone differently. But will you mind sharing how long you have been in the early stage.
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Tony Bennett has Alzheimer's
News reports tonight that Tony Bennett has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
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Is the cognitive testing always worth
I have posted here before, I continue to have a steady decline in some capacities. For example lately it has gotten hard to conceptualize things I read or people tell me. But there is much more. So my question is aside from financial benefits like having an insurance and official recognition of an illness are there other…
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Tips for Improving Mood for patient
Hello, My dad was diagnosed a few years ago, and lately things seem worse. He's having trouble using the computer and smart phone, also unmotivated to do anything else. He's even unmotivated to passively watch tv (reruns over and over again), which he did before. I want to ask about suggestions on things to do with him…
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Therapy for PWDs? Not for me
Some people recommend therapy for PWDs but my experience suggests otherwise. I had two therapists, a psychologist and an LCSW. The LCSW tried to discourage me from seeking answers for my difficulties. The psychologist denied that I had cognitive problems. This went on for a year an a half, until I couldn't take it any more…
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Shook me to the core
I am so upset. I watched the horrible video where three Loveland CO Police Officers badly hurt a frail PWD and then later callously laughed while reviewing the video from their cameras. This is the first time in my life where I'm now afraid of the police. I'm not yet 70, but I am somewhat frail. With my osteoporosis and a…
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Working with MCI(1)
Does anyone have any thoughts regarding working/being able to work with a MCI diagnosis? Does anyone have relevant experience? Thank you.
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pros & cons of being tested for Parkinsons when already have dementia
My mother is in her early 80s. She has been diagnosed with vascular dementia. She has an appointment in July with neurology to be tested for Parkinsons. What benefit is this? When I search online for treatments of Parkinsons, I find recommendations of exercise and good diet. But my mother refuses this "nonsense." My father…
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The National Alliance for Caregiving Calls on White House to Prioritize Family Caregivers When Devel
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/national-alliance-caregiving-calls-white-120000644.html
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Alzheimer’s Foundation of America unveils “The Apartment,” full-scale model dementia-friendly reside
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America unveils “The Apartment,” full-scale model dementia-friendly residence (Alzheimer's Foundation of America (custom credit) | Alzheimer's Foundation of America) By KOLD News 13 Staff Published: May. 22, 2021 at 12:50 AM EDT|Updated: 8 hours ago TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - The Alzheimer’s…
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New Evaluation Guide for DFA Communities
Dementia Friendly America is pleased to share the newly released Dementia-Friendly Community Evaluation Guide. The Evaluation Guide, developed with funding from AARP, is geared toward local dementia-friendly community leaders and partners to help evaluate the impact of their DFA efforts. Measuring common outcomes of…
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New
Early onset Alzheimer’s. I’m not 60 yet. Worse and worse short term memory issues effecting my marriage and work. Scared it’s getting worse so quickly that I need to find some quiet safe place to hunker down and not effect anyone. This isn’t going to get better or end well
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WEF - CEOi - DAC Virtual Lausanne Dialogue
During our time together, you’ll hear from leaders in AD research, advocacy, policy and industry explore the socioeconomic impact of Alzheimer’s disease and new opportunities for the global community to stop this growing pandemic. Held on the eve of the World Health Assembly, this dialogue will shine a spotlight on why…
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Building Workforce Capacity to Improve Detection and Diagnosis of Dementia
https://milkeninstitute.org/reports/building-dementia-workforce
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How Google Could Help People Living with Dementia
https://www.differentbrains.org/how-google-could-help-people-living-with-dementia/
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When does it become dementia?
I can't give a definitive answer. I can tell you what I have learned. My own neurologist doesn't like to diagnose dementia until he sees pathological changes on MRI or some other objective pathology. This is why he still has me diagnosed as having cognitive impairment nos. Nevertheless, my last MRI, done several years ago,…
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New Approaches to Long-Term Care Access for Middle-Income Households
Fifty-two percent of baby boomers are predicted to need a high level of long-term care during their lifetime. Milken Institute analyzed how best to meet the LTC needs of middle-income Americans. https://bit.ly/3mq9LXZ
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Better Brain Health through Equity: Addressing Health and Economic Disparities in Dementia for Afric
1. As our country ages and diversifies, we must support and promote healthy longevity and health equity. A new @MilkenInstitute report recommends 5 ways to build better brain health and reduce disparities: https://bit.ly/2PaKTHF 2. We have the power to advance and support equity in dementia care by delivering collaborative…
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My 3 secrets for living independently with dementia
I wish these were not secrets, but were more common knowledge. I learned about these secrets right here, from the members. I did not know these strategies before I joined. 1. I used Best Practices to improve my functioning and to prolong the early stages. Time in the early stages is to be used to make decisions and…
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Australia National Dementia Helpline
Description The National Dementia Helpline is an Australia-wide telephone information and support service for people with dementia, their carers, families and friends. Health professionals and service providers, community organisations and people concerned about memory loss can also contact the helpline. Services provided…
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New Brain Guide
UsAgainstAlzheimer’s has recently launched BrainGuide, a first-of-its-kind platform that empowers people with knowledge and resources to take the best next steps in managing their own or a loved one’s brain health. With more than 60 percent of Alzheimer’s cases in people over 65 years old going unrecognized, there is an…
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Twelve year anniversary
I've been a member for twelve years today, and I've learned so much. Of course, I learned quite a lot before I joined, because for the prior three months, I read every post. My neurologist does not diagnose me as having dementia, but my geriatrician did. I know my memory and cognition are declining. The main things I've…
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Support Group for EOA
Memory Warriors is a support group on Facebook for those WITH Early Onset Alzheimer's or any type of memory disorder or dementia. This group is unique because members are going through, have gone through, or expect to go through similar experiences. It is a place to ask and answer questions based on personal experiences,…