alzheimer's – Dementia Training for NH Home Care & Hospice

Sounds of Silence: Ending the Stigma of Alzheimer’s

Join presenter Dr. Susan Wehry, a nationally recognized keynote speaker and workshop facilitator on depression, dementia, and healthy aging, on Tuesday, June 28 at 12:30 pm on ZOOM.

A Different Visit

The Montessori-Method offers a person-centered approach to train dementia caregivers with specific emphasis on values including respect, dignity, and equality.

The neurocognitive impact of long COVID

In July scientists presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference research on links between COVID-19 and longer-term cognitive issues, including biological signs of Alzheimer’s disease. “The brain is one of the regions where virus likes to hide,” said Mukesh Kumar, the lead study author and a researcher at Georgia State University. “Our thinking that [COVID-19 is] moreContinue reading “The neurocognitive impact of long COVID”

Diabetes and Alzheimer’s linked

Diabetes may increase your risk of Alzheimer’s. But blood sugar control, exercise and a healthy diet may help

Reading List for Care Givers

Grandfather and young girl share a moment coloring at a kitchen table, in front of sunny window

Learning about dementia makes care giving easier Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is a tough challenge. Plus, many of the most effective care and communication techniques aren’t easily figured out and might even go against our intuition. Not knowing these helpful techniques can cause added frustration and stress for both you and yourContinue reading “Reading List for Care Givers”