Former First Lady Barbara Bush may have been (unknowingly) as much an advocate for the fight against Alzheimer's disease as she was for encouraging early literacy.Last week, I had the opportunity to hear Dr. David Snowdon, the author of "Aging with Grace: What the Nun Study Teaches Us About Leading Longer, Healthier, and More Meaningful Lives"... Read more
This summer I had the opportunity to visit one of my best friends, Inez, in New Mexico. As part of my visit, Inez invited me to join her family in attending a special party. The weekend event, hosted by Mike (a long-time friend of Inez’s husband), was in honor of his mother, Susan, who suffers from Alzheimer’s... Read more
Often I’ve focused my shareposts on what’s happening concerning Alzheimer's disease around the United States. However, Alzheimer’s isn’t limited to the U.S.’s 50 states. In fact, September 21 has been proclaimed World Alzheimer's Day™ 2009 and will be commemorated across the globe. This year’s theme is... Read more
Some medical students at the University of New England in Biddeford, Me are taking advantage of a eye-opening “volunteer” opportunity – opting to be a resident at a nursing home for 10 days. These students (who are interested in becoming a geriatrician) can take part in the “Learning by Living” program. During their... Read more
What should you look for in a residential facility when you are making the decision to place a loved one who has Alzheimer’s? The selection process is so important, not only due to the quality of care for your loved one, but also for your own peace of mind. And it is so easy to be swayed by a glossy brochure or nice landscaping which can... Read more
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