Q. My mother, Mary, is in a world of her own. I call it “Mary-land.” She often walks around in circles fussing about the “people who are breaking into the house." We live in a quiet safe neighborhood, which hasn’t had a break-in … [Read more...]
Print This PageMiss Your Grandmother?. . . Then Rent One!
April 2, 2019 by
Anna's mother died when she was six, and she was raised by her grandmother, Betty. Anna had a close relationship with Betty and has many fond memories of their time together. Betty lived a long life and died at the age of 92. Anna … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: The Home Genetic Test Told Me I Had the Alzheimer’s Gene
February 1, 2019 by
Dear Magic, I got a home genetic test for Christmas last year. I found out I am Irish, so this year I will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for real! When I got the results back, they gave me the option to do the health screening. … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs Alzheimer’s Linked to Gum Disease?
January 29, 2019 by
Barbara recently went for her semi-annual dental cleaning and check-up and was told she has gingivitis (gum disease). She wasn’t surprised, as she has had a history of tooth decay and gum disease since she was a child. She always … [Read more...]
Print This PageA BOLD Step in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
January 11, 2019 by
Q. I have a close friend who was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She is one of many family friends and relatives that have the debilitating disease. When I think about them and the health crisis that Alzheimer’s has become, I … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Can the Dangerous Consequences of Hearing Loss be Lessened by OTC Hearing Aids?
January 10, 2019 by
Dear Magic, My daughters and I suspect that my wife is experiencing hearing loss, but hearing aids are so expensive. I heard something about legislation that passed making them available over the counter. Is this true, and if so, … [Read more...]
Print This PageCan Dementia Symptoms Come and Go?
December 28, 2018 by
Q. My husband, my kids, and I visited my mother this year for the holidays. Mom was diagnosed with dementia last year, so I took some of Magic the bunny’s advice from Critter Corner on how best to celebrate the holiday with her. … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Having a Dementia-Friendly Holiday
December 21, 2018 by
Dear Magic,You look so cute in your Christmas tree headband that I thought I would ask you this question. My mom is coming for Christmas and will be at my home for several days. I haven’t seen her for a while, and my brother, … [Read more...]
Print This PageDementia Directives: Making Your Voice Heard When You Can No Longer Remember
December 4, 2018 by
Worldwide, around 50 million people have dementia, and there are nearly 10 million new cases every year. At that rate, in 2050, it is estimated that the number of people living with dementia will increase to more than 130 million. … [Read more...]
Print This PageVeterans Benefits for Alzheimer’s and Dementia
November 9, 2018 by
Q. I read that Veterans who experienced brain trauma in the course of their service are at a 60% higher risk for developing dementia, while those who have experienced PTSD are twice as likely.My father is a Vietnam Veteran who … [Read more...]
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