The “Brain Awareness Campaign” is a worldwide celebration of the brain that brings together scientists, families, schools, and communities. March 12 through 18 is Brain Awareness Week (BAW), sponsored by The Dana Foundation The purpose of BAW is to increase awareness of the many benefits of brain research. The thought behind this campaign
For many elderly people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, the time of day where the sun starts to set can be extremely difficult. During sunset, you might find that your loved one has increased memory loss, confusion, and agitation – or even may become unusually angry. The occurrence of
As we continue through winter, we often find that throughout this season many of us feel a bit blue due to the lack of sunshine, cold weather and being stuck inside for months. And whether you are a caregiver or a senior living with Alzheimer’s disease, the long winter months can
With winter and the colder temperatures upon us, we all are taking the necessary precautions for our health, safety and care. However for our loved ones living with Alzheimer’s, winter can also be the most dangerous season of the year. Given that they face different challenges that might require specialized
As we know, sleeping well and soundly seems to decline as we age. Middle-aged and older adults often wake more frequently at night, wake too early in the morning, and sleep less deeply. In fact, studies have shown that nearly 60 percent of older adults have some kind of chronic sleep
The holidays are a special time for families to gather and celebrate. As we head into this holiday season, these usually happy occasions can often times challenging for families with aging loved ones. In particular, the holiday season can cause mixed feelings for those who have a loved one living
A loved one’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can be devastating, especially for their family caregivers. Unlike other diseases, Alzheimer’s and dementia present symptoms very differently than other illnesses. It takes away what they treasure most: their memories and their identity. It’s understandable to see how difficult this can be to
