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Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s SyndromeBlog
Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s Syndrome
Did you know that nearly seven million adults in the U.S. over the age of 65 are living with dementia? By 2060, that number is projected to be almost 14 million. One in three seniors dies with...
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5 Ways Brain Games and Active Learning Benefit Seniors
While there isn’t a cure for dementia or Alzheimer’s yet, studies indicate there may be a link between brain games and improving cognitive activities. The research may be inconclusive...
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First Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Gets Fully Funded by FDA
A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Treatment The news is spreading fast, so you have probably heard about a new Alzheimer's drug on the market. Leqembi, an Alzheimer’s drug,...
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Support Alzheimer's Awareness Month
Whether or not you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, chances are you’re aware of the devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47...
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Medication Strategies
By Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC Chief Clinical Quality Officer, BrightStar Care People with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia may take multiple medications. And because the risk...
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Making the Holidays Safe and Special for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
November was Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and much was talked about. BrightStar Care’s very own dementia care expert and Chief Clinical Quality Officer Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC, and care...
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How Families with Alzheimer’s Celebrate the Holidays
For families with Alzheimer’s, celebrating the holidays can require a little extra effort. You want to involve your loved one living with dementia in holiday events, but you want to do it in a way...
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Lucy's Alzheimer's Home Care Story
As part of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, BrightStar Care is sharing stories, with permission, that showcase real, personal stories of connections between clients, family care partners...
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Memories & Connections Campaign for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
As part of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, BrightStar Care is sharing stories, with permission, that showcase real, personal stories of connections between clients, family care partners, and...
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What is Alzheimer's? 5 Frequently Asked Questions, Part 2
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 47 million people worldwide, and that number continues to grow. Experts estimate 76 million people will suffer from the degenerative cognitive disease by...