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Alzheimer’s Notes

Archive for December 2007

December 31st, 2007

The Lighter Side of Alzheimer’s Caregiving

Alzheimer’s Notes.com 
Many of you probably have a dog in your life.  Perhaps this pet helps entertain your Alzheimer’s patient.  Also, a dog may entertain you and help relieve the stress of your hectic days.  Dogs also are welcomed in many nursing homes where they provide therapy for the residents.
When Mother lived in her home, there was Tiny, who ate […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

December 31st, 2007

Tackling the Myths of Alzheimer’s Disease.

A four part short film series created by Dr. Peter Whitehouse and Danny George, the authors of “The Myth of Alzheimer’s”.
Tackling the Myth of Alzheimer’s Disease

Myth 1: Alzheimer’s is a Singular Disease

Myth 2: People ‘Get’ Alzheimer’s in Old Age

Myth 3: We Can Cure Alzheimer’s Disease

Tags: Alzheimer’s/General, Alzheimer’s/News, Alzheimers, Alzheimers+awareness, Alzheimers+communication, Alzheimers+Daily+News, Alzheimers+education, Alzheimers+information, Alzheimers+news+stories, […]

By Liz Lewis -- 3 comments

December 30th, 2007

Caregiving, Too, Has Its Stages

   We so often hear about the various stages of Alzheimer’s from very mild to an inability to do anything for themselves nor know anyone except in fleeting moments.  However, there are stages for cregivers, too, as they realize that caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming and can lead to burnout.
Elizabeth […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

December 30th, 2007

Alzheimer’s News From Around the World.

Tagging idea to keep track of people with dementia (UK) - Ministers called last night for a national debate on proposals for the electronic tagging of older people with dementia who are at risk of wandering and getting lost. (more…)
Family relates how Alzheimer’s Disease robs mind - If asked, Elayne Hinze will deny that she […]

By Liz Lewis -- 0 comments

December 30th, 2007

Huggy Dolls for Alzheimer’s Patients

 Alzheimer’sNotes.com
When I saw these dolls, they reminded me of a family and stories you could relate with Alzheimer’s patients.  Perhaps the stories would be of their memories and family members.  Possibly they would be fantasy. 
These, or similar dolls, could be a springboard for communication.  At least if the patients are communicating, whether in the present, fantasy […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

December 29th, 2007

Do I Want To Be Tested for Alzheimer’s?

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By most standards, I’d be categorized a “senior.”  As I wrote the previous post, Should All Seniors Be Tested for Alzheimer’s?, I began thinking about how this would affect me personally,
  I asked for others to share their thoughts.  So I’ll begin:
Do I want to be tested?  More specifically, do I want someone to say, “You MUST […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 2 comments

December 29th, 2007

Should All Seniors Be Tested for Alzheimer’s?

   What do you think?  Should all seniors be tested to see if there’s a possibility they may develop Alzheimer’s?  Should this be mandatory?
According to an article, by Jeremy Olsen, at TwinCities.com, a  Group of doctors argues all senior citizens should be tested for Alzheimer’s disease.  
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By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

December 28th, 2007

Memories of Tea Time Family Rituals

 AlzheimersNotes.com
Do you enjoy tea time with your Alzheimer’s family member…or have memories of family rituals involving them?  Afternoon tea was an everyday occurrence at my grandmother’s when I was growing up. 
Nanny would have her cup of tea while my aunts often sipped their coffee.  When I visited them at their Trails End Farm, I looked […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

December 28th, 2007

Radio Broadcasts about Alzheimer’s Disease.

Got some time to sit and listen. Then check out these two interesting radio broadcasts.
“Remembering Alzheimer’s: A Special Report” was broadcast on The Infinite Mind during Novemebr. Featuring American Public Media’s Brian Newhouse, it looks at effects of Alzheimer’s Disease on his father. The broadcast also includes conversations with Dr. Peter Reed, Senior Director of […]

By Liz Lewis -- 0 comments

December 27th, 2007

New Online Resource from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and AGIS.

AGIS and Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) have teamed up to create a new Alzheimer’s and Dementia caregivers resource providing comprehensive online support for people caring for family and loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia.
This new section includes research and medical information, current treatment options, warning signs and an Ask the Expert area […]

By Liz Lewis -- 0 comments

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