New Study Reveals a 20-Year Head Start A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Kumar Rajan, associate professor of internal medicine at Rush University Medical Center, has uncovered a startling finding: Alzheimer’s Disease may begin up to 20 years before symptoms develop. The implications of early detection of Alzheimer’s Disease are profound, offering hope for earlier […]
9 Caregiver Tips for Elders with Alzheimer’s Disease
By: Kathy Kappler Typically, when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) or Dementia, the family wants to undergo a trial period of keeping their elder at home before considering transitioning to a senior care community. This is both noble an admirable since elder care is extremely stressful, albeit rewarding. However, even if […]
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Old-Timers Vs. Alzheimer’s: Finding the Right Dementia Care
Finding the Right Adult Family Homes for Dementia Care Samantha didn’t know she had Alzheimer’s Disease, and neither did her family. While they noticed subtle changes—something felt “off”—there were no clear answers. Her medical history, blood tests, and physical exams revealed nothing out of the ordinary. It wasn’t until her doctor performed a mental status […]
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Stanford’s Cure for Alzheimers
A relatively new study conducted at the Stanford University School of Medicine (led by Dr. Jenny Johansson) appears to have made a breakthrough in the fight to cure Alzheimer’s Disease. Microglia and Alzheimers When analyzing the brain, researchers discovered that roughly 15 percent of the cells in the brain are Microglia. Microglia are, as the […]
What is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?
The terms dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease are often used interchangeably, but while they are closely related, they are not the same. This distinction has been the source of significant confusion for many. In this blog, we’ll break it down in simple terms to help clarify the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s. Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: The […]
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What is Hippocampal Sparing Alzheimer’s?
By: Kecia Lilly We’ve mentioned in the past how Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a default diagnosis. What this means is, seniors are only diagnosed with AD when their cause of dementia can be nothing else. This is why research is so pivotal and why many centers are dedicating studies to this disease. 70% of dementia […]
How Music Therapy Helps Seniors with Dementia
By: Mary Cordova Music Therapy: Unlocking Memories and Emotions For families caring for a loved one with dementia, one of the most heartbreaking challenges is losing the ability to communicate. Dementia progresses gradually, but the emotional impact of realizing your loved one can no longer respond to words is devastating. While verbal communication may fade, […]
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New Alzheimer’s Research is a “Technical Tour de Force”
By: Kecia Lilly Alzheimer’s Research: A Ray of Hope Alzheimer’s Disease continues to challenge the medical community, caregivers, and families worldwide. While advancements have been slow, a groundbreaking new study offers hope for better diagnosis and treatment. This blog explores the sobering realities of Alzheimer’s Disease and how a revolutionary blood test from Oxford University […]
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What are the Different Types of Dementia?
What is Dementia? Sure you could click the link above, but we’re going to (real quick) sum it up for you. Dementia is a group of symptoms brought on by a disease, condition or illness. It’s like a fever where you suffer it, but the fever did not cause itself, there’s an outside influence. In […]
Memory Care in Washington
Find the Best Memory Care in Washington: Personalized Support for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Are you searching for memory care in Washington? For families of seniors with Alzheimer’s or advanced Dementia, finding the right care can be challenging. Memory care services are typically offered in assisted living facilities, adult family homes, and continuum-of-care communities, where seniors […]
