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April 16, 2019April 12, 2019

After Her Big Decision, Mom Just Lets the Good Times Roll

Columns, Dementia Days - a Column by Niko Mann

When my mom was diagnosed with terminal uterine cancer, she was displeased to say the least. Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease just after witnessing her mother pass away from ... Read more

April 12, 2019April 15, 2019

Tips to Help Loved Ones Face an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

Columns, Treading Dark Waters - a Column by Ray Burow

The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that nearly 5.8 million people in the United States have the condition. Most people who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease are 65 or older, but ... Read more

April 9, 2019April 8, 2019

My Recommended Resources for Alzheimer’s Caregivers

Columns, Dementia Days - a Column by Niko Mann

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease is much more challenging than most people realize. The stress of taking over a dementia patient’s financial and personal responsibilities, as well as ... Read more

April 5, 2019April 4, 2019

Treading Dark Waters

Columns, Treading Dark Waters - a Column by Ray Burow

Alzheimer’s disease is cruel. And its cruelty is unparalleled, robbing patients and stripping entire families of what they hold dearest. Definite characteristics are associated with this mind-altering condition, one ... Read more

March 26, 2019March 22, 2019

Music and Laughter Are Strong Medicine Against Dementia

Columns, Dementia Days - a Column by Niko Mann

When my 67-year-old mother was diagnosed with stage 4 uterine cancer I was devastated. My mother already was disabled from depression and fibromyalgia, so being diagnosed a few months ... Read more

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