The ‘Goldilocks Effect’ of Alzheimer’s

Posted on 02. Dec, 2010 by in Alzheimer's, Dementia

Most of us are familiar with the—too much…too little…just right—story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Something similar happens inside the brains, and around the lives, of individuals with Alzheimer’s.

Alzheimer’s is a disease not of just one person, but a condition that affects the entire family. There may be hard times and challenges, but with some small changes you can add quality to this time of life and make new, special memories that you might not have thought possible.

Reading and Resource List

Posted on 15. Jun, 2010 by in Alzheimer's, Brain Activation, Brain Fitness, Brain Injury, Care Giving, Dementia, Health, Knowledge, Memory Loss, Research, Resources, Stroke

If you are concerned about caring for a person living with dementia, or if you’re simply interested in brain aging and health, we’ve developed a list of resources and books to review. Click to read more…

Parking-lot Croquet Event June 15th

Posted on 13. Jun, 2010 by in Alzheimer's, Events, Resources

At A WiserMind, we are always looking for new and unique ways to improve quality of life as we age and improve the quality of care delivered to those in need. There may be no better way to have fun and learn about healthy aging, than joining us to play Parking-Lot Croquet. Click to read more…

Alzheimer’s Symposium Notes

Posted on 03. May, 2010 by in Alzheimer's, Research, Resources

Session notes from Colorado Alzheimer’s Association Education Symposium

Fall Factors: Balance

Posted on 10. Apr, 2010 by in Health, Knowledge

Fall Factors: Balance…Both internal (body) and external (environment) factors contribute to falls. Body factors, consist of our sense of balance, muscle strength, flexibility, posture and muscle control. This post discusses our the sources of our internal sense of balance.

Fall Cause and Survival Introduction

Posted on 04. Apr, 2010 by in Health, Knowledge

In-home falls are often caused by hazards that are easy to fix. Unfortunately, easy doesn’t get done, and so these hazards are ignored and overlooked. Each year more than a third of adults over 65 experience a fall. Statistics collected by the CDC indicate that if you have one fall you are two to three times more likely to fall again. Falling is a slippery slope that could be easily avoided. To make matters worse, falls don’t just mean the minor pumps and bruises of youth. In seniors, falls can lead to injury, disability, reduced physical function, loss of independence, drastically increased cost of care, and in the worst scenario–death.

March 2010 Brain Boggler Answers

Posted on 21. Mar, 2010 by in Newsletter, Trivia

Answers to the March 2010 What’s on Your Mind? brain bogglers.

What’s on Your Mind newsletter March 2010

Posted on 21. Mar, 2010 by in Events, Newsletter, Trivia

Highlights and links to the March What’s on your Mind? newsletter. Happy Reading.

2010 Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures Report Available

Posted on 11. Mar, 2010 by in Alzheimer's, Research, Resources

The Alzheimer’s Association has just published its 2010 annual Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. This report details the escalation of Alzheimer’s, which currently impacts over 5 million Americans. This post highlights some of the details in this thought provoking report.

The Brain-Body Connection – March 18, 2010

Posted on 09. Mar, 2010 by in Brain Fitness, Events, Health, Knowledge

Join us on March 18th for a free event at Garden Plaza of Aurora to learn and talk about, The Brain-Body connection. Click the title to learn more.

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