Alzheimer's/Dementia Support Group Begins At Westfield Presbyterian Church … Patch.com Jewish Family Service of Central NJ, a non-sectarian health and social service agency, will be hosting an Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield, NJ, from 10 …

Scientists look to heart disease and strokes for clues to treating Alzheimer's Medical Xpress A growing body of research suggests that the most common cause of dementia in older people is a mix of vascular and Alzheimer's-related brain abnormalities, and that approximately half of people who die with Alzheimer's also have evidence of strokes in … and more »

Winnipeg Free Press

Starting the Alzheimer's conversation Winnipeg Free Press There will also be a panel discussion featuring Dr. Barry Campbell, who will talk about the warning signs of Alzheimer's disease and dementia, the benefits of early diagnosis and treatment, and ASM's CEO Wendy Schettler will speak about the role each … International experts target Alzheimer's gains at Hong Kong conferenceSouth China Morning Post (subscription) Gainsborough: Learn more about dementia at an information sessionGainsborough Standard Women make up majority of Canadians with Alzheimer'sWindsor Star Telegraph.co.uk –The Guardian all 48 news articles »

Care2.com

Pets Who Help People With Dementia and Alzheimer's Care2.com When John brought Fluffy, a German Shepard trained as a service dog, home to his wife, Jo Lynne, who was suffering from a form of dementia similar to Alzheimer's disease, he noticed positive changes in his wife's behavior and well-being almost right away.

Alzheimer’s News Today

Study Examines A Quick And Simple 'Dementia Test' For Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer’s News Today agitation in Alzheimer's disease A new study established a Self-Administered Gerocognitive Examination (SAGE) as a screening tool for mental decline, as observed in neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. This study entitled “Community …

Are friends or relatives showing signs of dementia? asks Derbyshire Alzheimer … Derby Telegraph If so, encourage them to seek help, either from the Alzheimer's Society in Derbyshire or from their GP. It may be nothing to worry about, but memory problems can be a sign of dementia and getting advice early is really important to help people live …

Dementia and Alzheimer's disease info session Jan. 19 at Gerrard Ashdale Library insideTORONTO.com An information session on understanding dementia and Alzheimer's disease will be held Monday, Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. at the Gerrard Ashdale Library, 1432 Gerrard St. E., just west of Coxwell Avenue. Some of the topics of discussion include programs and …

Express.co.uk

Five golden rules to stave off dementia: Easy lifestyle changes can slash risk Express.co.uk A growing body of research has found that making just a few changes to how you live your life could have a dramatic long-term impact on dementia risk. Alzheimer's experts now agree that following the five steps – regular exercise, eating a healthy diet …

New Home for Alzheimer's, Dementia Patients Opens in James City County Williamsburg Yorktown Daily From left to right: Supervisor Kevin Onizuk (Jamestown), County Administrator Bryan Hill, Chambrel Williamsburg Executive Director Susan Moniak, Supervisor Michael Hipple (Powhatan) and Supervisor John McGlennon (Roberts) cut the ribbon at the new …

CBS Local

75-Year-Old Man Diagnosed With Alzheimer's Reported Missing In LA CBS Local He suffers from dementia and Alzheimer's disease, and has not been seen or heard from since this morning. Yun's family explained they are extremely concerned for his welfare. Detectives described him as a Korean man with black hair and brown eyes.