Everyday heroes care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease
Caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s and related dementias provide care for a longer duration than caregivers of people with other conditions. …
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. …
Top foods that will boost brainpower
These brain-boosting foods contain nutrients that are linked to lowering the risk of neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. …
Get up and go with physical exercise to promote brain function
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. …
