Music to your ears – and brainpower
Relaxing music can alleviate stress—thought to be critically involved in the development and progression of dementia—by lowering cortisol levels. …
Can you smell that? The nose knows
While cognitive symptoms are generally the first signs of Alzheimer’s, sense of smell and hearing loss are both connected to brain function and health. …
What Are the Best Brain-Boosting Foods for Older Adults?
These brain-boosting foods contain nutrients that are linked to lowering the risk of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. …
Are You Exercising for Brain Health?
New research is showing that exercise is a simple way for people to decrease their risk for Alzheimer’s disease—even for those who are genetically predisposed. …
A Riddle for Your Thoughts
Puzzles, games, and even riddles can help delay the symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Try out these puzzling riddles to give your brain its workout for the day! …
The more people know, the more action they will take.
Joining the nation to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia and one of the nation’s largest public health crises. …
June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
Honoring the bravery, strength, and endurance of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia and their caregivers. …
Making the Move to a New Home
Making the Move to a New Home Moving to a new home can be an opportunity for renewal—a fresh start promising new friends and opportunities. It can also be an emotional time that requires some planning and thought. The first step for many is selling a home. This may not be something you’ve done recently, and the prospect may be intimidating. Moving often also requires downsizing, which can be emotionally taxing but also quite freeing as you say goodbye to things you no longer need and make more room for the things you truly value. Allow plenty of time for …


