Jackson County offers free dementia seminar to businesses and non-profits
She will discuss the myths and facts associated with dementia, how it affects each element of thought, and ways to communicate with a person who is displaying symptoms of dementia. Wandell said banks and retail stores are some of the suggested groups …
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Musical social program set for Alzheimer's patients
VAILS GATE — A music socialization program for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia and family caregivers is set for 2-3:30 p.m. Aug. 17 at New Harvest Christian Church, 1230 Route 94, Vails Gate. This free event provides an opportunity …
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Genetic 'Tail' May Tell of Dementia Risk
Some studies have shown that telomeres are a marker for biological age, so shorter telomere length may predict the risk of age-related disease such as Alzheimer's. For their study, Honig and colleagues looked at DNA … They also found that patients …
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Alzheimer's Foundation Takes "Quilt to Remember" on Tour, Unveils Virtual Quilt
Although one “physical” and one “virtual,” both quilts are among the latest additions to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) Quilt to Remember, a heartfelt project that honors individuals who had or have Alzheimer's disease, caregivers and …
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Record Heat Has Local Families Making 'Summer Survival Kits' For Seniors
“This Summer Survival Kit and our “Heat Helpers” initiative are both part of our all encompassing dementia and Alzheimer's program called our Senior Gems Program. Families often rely on our caregivers, especially in the summer, when the lure of …
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