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Alzheimer’s Notes

Archive for February 2008

February 21st, 2008

Alzheimer’s News From Around the World.

Alzheimer’s toll - “For better, for worse, in sickness and health. That’s the vow Pauline Raymond took. And she meant it, even though Larry is not the man he used to be…” (more) (VIDEO SLIDESHOW)
Memory Loss And Other Cognitive Impairment Becoming Less Common In Older Americans - “Although it’s too soon to sound the death […]

By Liz Lewis -- 2 comments

February 20th, 2008

A “Thank You” to Alzheimer’s Notes Readers

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A big THANK YOU to all our readers for being patient and sticking with us during the technical difficulties we’ve encountered at b5media the past couple of weeks.  The Internet and blogosphere, like amost anything you’re involved with, can be affected by situations beyond one’s control.
For instance, where I live in New Hampshire (USA), we’ve […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

February 20th, 2008

Book: Spark by John L. Ratey

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain by John L Ratey MD, associate clinical professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, address why and how physical exercise is so important for our mental health.

Check out a sneak preview of the book and read a chapter excerpt from the book.

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By Liz Lewis -- 2 comments

February 19th, 2008

The ‘All About Alzheimer’s’ Carnival is back.

Welcome to the February edition of All About Alzheimer’s carnival.

Alvaro Fernandez presents Brain Plasticity, Health and Fitness Books posted at SharpBrains , saying, “Enjoy this list of 21 great books on the brain, learning and healthy aging.”

Beth presents Alzheimer’s Daily Activities posted at AGIS CareStation Blog.

NAOMI presents LIGHT RELIEF FOR ALZHEIMER’S SUFFERERS posted at […]

By Liz Lewis -- 2 comments

February 18th, 2008

Happy Presidents’ Day!

 AlzheimersNotes.com
 
I hope you all have a nice Presidents’ Day holiday.  How are you celebrating?  Have you done something special with your Alzheimer’s patient?  A different menu, or one traditional with your family?
My mom always made a white cake with white frosting.  then she decorated it with maraschino cherries.  (George chopping down the cherry tree!)  We […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

February 18th, 2008

Video: Experts and Alzheimer’s Disease

Experts discuss the challenges of dealing with Alzheimer’s Disease today…

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By Liz Lewis -- 1 comment

February 17th, 2008

A Glass Full of Tears - Dementia & Marriage

 AlzheimersNotes.com
 Liz Lewis wrote a post recently about Alzheimer’s and its effect on a couple’s marriage when one is diagnosed with this disease.  She referred to an informative article at CNN.
An excellent book, written from a wife’s viewpoint, about caring for her husband who developed multi-infarct dementia, is A Glass Full of Tears: Dementia Day-By-Day.  Written by […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

February 16th, 2008

The Alzheimer’s Early Onset Project - Submission Guidelines.

Linda Fisher, creator and editor of The 110,000 Project which published Alzheimer’s Anthology of Unconditional Love is looking for submissions for a new book Alzheimer’s Anthology of Unconditional Love: Early Onset Dementia…
THE EARLY ONSET PROJECT SUBMISSIONS AND CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT (No Entry Fee)
The Early Onset Project seeks true stories about persons with early-onset Alzheimer’s. Early-onset Alzheimer’s […]

By Liz Lewis -- 0 comments

February 16th, 2008

Caring for the Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Patient During American Heart Month

 AlzheimersNotes.com
Take time during February, American Heart Month, to think of your own health, as well as that of your Alzheimer’s patient.  The physical and emotional strain you endure can put a strain on your heart.  Your patient, who may have heart health issues, as well as disability from Alzheimer’s.
Can you help both of you? 
Kendra James, at […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

February 15th, 2008

Alzheimer’s Short Film “Ruth’s Locket” Needs Storyboard Artist and Talented, Passionate Crew…

Want to be in the movies ?
Crew Needed for Short Film “Ruth’s Locket.”
Production Title (Working Title): Ruth’s Locket
Studio/Independent/Student: Independent
Project Type: Feature Film
Location: Austin, San Marcos
Start Date: Summer 2008
Writer: Gene Burns
Synopsis: Concerns a compelling story dealing with Alzheimer’s. Think of The Notebook in terms of emotional depth.
Crew Positions:
STORYBOARD ARTIST - I am in the process of […]

By Liz Lewis -- 3 comments