Monthly Archives: July 2012

BIER: When dementia strikes: Making the most of each day Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and the difficult, troubling behaviors that arise from these illnesses cause grief for families. Over their course, there can be many changes in their … Continue reading →

Group fights Alzheimer's with a fun run, lunch “My dad has Alzheimer's and I did it for him. Plus, I like to ride.” DeDear got involved with the walk when it started in Victoria six years ago. She has had … Continue reading →

Change the path of Alzheimer's Newly published studies that can be found at www.alz.org/aaic cover the spectrum of Alzheimer's disease and dementia research, including causes, risk factors, detection and diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Researchers left the conference feeling …See all … Continue reading →

Take dignified approach in dealing with dementia My aunt, who I was very close to, was diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer's by the geriatric assessment unit of the Ottawa Hospital in 2003. She was a spry and lively person with … Continue reading →

Traveling With Alzheimer's Patients For many caregivers with loved ones in need of Alzheimer's care, a vacation with the family member may seem like the last possible option. However, it is possible for some to travel with a loved one … Continue reading →

Record heat has families making 'Summer Survival Kits for Seniors' For seniors with dementia or Alzheimer's, caregivers take seniors places or play board games, and mind games to keep them active and engaged when they're cooped-up inside. They also help … Continue reading →

SARA SONIS: Dementia and exercise – Neosho Daily News There are both physical and mental benefits that link exercise to dementia. Because there are stages of dementia, activities and intensities to which one is …See all stories on this topic … Continue reading →

Wii-Fit Safe and Efficient for Adults with Alzheimers Dementia in Assisted … Researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Ark, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Neb, recently performed a study to determine the … Continue reading →

What it's like to have Alzheimer's Assistant Assisted Living Director Sarah Miller, standing, started with a perception exercise during the Virtual Dementia Tour, a training tool to help new employees understand Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, at Villa … Continue reading →

Major breakthrough for Alzheimer's sufferers But today Hampshire scientists have revealed that they have made a major breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. It is hoped the ground-breaking study could lead to better ways of treating and preventing the … Continue reading →