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Because women account for two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases, it’s worth paying special attention to factors that may increase their risk for developing the disease. According to a study recently published in the journal Neurology, neuroticism may ...
By Dr. Brent P. Forester, MSc., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Bridges by EPOCH at WestfordLast month, in “Caring for the Caregiver: Part I,” we discussed the prevalence and impact of caregiver stress and the elevated risk of medical problems and emotional ...
A fading memory does not mean a fading emotional life. Even if a person with Alzheimer’s forgets that a particular experience took place, the emotions evoked by that experience still remain.This idea is supported by a new study from the University of ...
As a certified nursing assistant, Melissa Owen works on our wellness team under our Wellness Director Nadine Schweiri.Melissa’s number one priority is ensuring our residents are safe and happy. She starts her day by helping residents get ready for ...
By Dr. Brent P. Forester, MSc., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Bridges by EPOCH at WestfordMrs. Smith cared for her husband of 59 years since the onset of his progressive loss of memory and daily functioning – diagnosed as Alzheimer’s disease – twelve years ...
At Bridges by EPOCH at Westford, we are excited to announce that Jennifer Connolly will be our new executive director.Previously, Jennifer served as our life enrichment director ever since our community opened in July 2013. She organized programs catered ...
According to the results of a new study, low levels of vitamin D are associated with an increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.Researchers at the University of Exeter Medical School studied 1,658 older adults ...
If you care for someone with Alzheimer’s, you probably know that wandering is a common but serious issue among many memory-impaired individuals. Wandering compromises their safety and wellbeing, especially if it occurs at nighttime while the caregiver is ...
Have you heard of Alive Inside? This inspirational documentary follows social worker Dan Cohen as he tries to revitalize memory-impaired individuals with music. Cohen travels to nursing homes where he creates personalized playlists for the residents, ...
The Alzheimer’s Association released the 2014 Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures report. The 63-page report details everything from the prevalence of Alzheimer’s by state, gender and age, to the impact on caregivers. Here are some figures from the report at a ...
By Dr. Brent P. Forester, MSc., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Bridges by EPOCH at WestfordAfter two blogs building readers up for the promise of preventing Alzheimer’s, it is time to tell you about where we are now (finally!). There are two trials I want to ...
Many studies have found exercise to be an effective method to combat the progression of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. In fact, it can even reduce your risk for developing memory impairment, according to a recent study from the University of ...