Supermarket Checkout Lane for People with Dementia

INNOVATION - VIDEO:

A big supermarket launched a 'relaxed' checkout lane to make life a little less stressful for people with dementia and other vulnerable people.

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Judge Halts Nursing Home "Dumpings"

ABUSE VIDEO + ARTICLE:

Over the past decade, nursing homes increasingly "dumped" residents on hospitals, refusing them permission to return. There were no consequences. In a landmark ruling, the State of California has begun to enforce orders to readmit vulnerable residents.

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It Took Losing My Mind to Care About My Mind

POWERFUL VIDEO & ARTICLE:

Super Bowl Champion Ben Utecht testified about his dementia before Congress. Football causes a type of dementia called CTE, and Ben got it at the young age of 29. See what he hopes to do to tackle all forms of dementia.

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September is World Alzheimer's Month

START WORLD ALZHEIMER'S MONTH WITH A HEALTHY DEMENTIA-FIGHTING INFOGRAPH & VIDEO:
Prevent dementia. Learn how to lower your Alzheimer's risk. Be good to your brain this World Alzheimer's Month.

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Dementia-Friendly Buses

LIVING WITH DEMENTIA - VIDEO & ARTICLE:

The "First UK" Bus Training Program helps people with dementia travel with confidence. It's run by one of Britain's largest bus companies with 13,500 drivers. Learn about their Safe Journey Card.

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100 Years Of Alzheimer's Progress

ALZHEIMER'S HISTORY VIDEO:

What progress have we made in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease and dementia? What are the remaining challenges?

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A Message That Rises Above Alzheimer's

POWERFUL & INSPIRED VIDEO + LETTER:

"The granddaughter of a conqueror" confronts Alzheimer's with clear passion, letting it know how boldly a loving family can rise above its challenge.

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Transforming the Dementia Unit

UPLIFTING VIDEO:

Canada's Peel Region took a big risk, with a plan to transform its long-term dementia-care home, hoping that residents - and staff - could find joy and a purpose. Watch what happened!

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"Blank Stares" Inspires Millions for Alzheimer's

MUSIC VIDEOS + LETTER:

Raising 20 million dollars for Alzheimer's, Jay Allen found the courage to write a song about the journey in caring for his mom's Alzheimer's. The song is called "Blank Stares". His vision is that this song will raise awareness, bring hope to those affected, and most importantly, become a weapon in the fight against Alzheimer's.

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How Dorseters Live Well with Dementia

GOOD VIDEO:

See people with dementia share their insights into living well with dementia. This positive video challenges the stigmas of dementia, promoting inclusion in society and community support.

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11 Myths About Alzheimer's

VIDEO + ARTICLE:

With all the information out there about Alzheimer's, it's hard to tease out which things are true, and which things are not. Some "facts" are really just myths. Find out which is which.

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Financial Problems Can Signal Dementia Onset

CREDIT RATINGS AND RESEARCH: Researchers found in a study that people who developed dementia were more likely to have their credit rating drop at least two and a half years before the diagnosis. Some had problems managing their money up to six years before. Find out more.

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Bill Gates Sees 2 Positive Trends in Alzheimer's Research

PROGRESS: Bill Gates donated $100,000,000 to Alzheimer's research. Here is an excerpt from his post, "What I Learned at Work This Year," on positive trends in Alzheimer’s research in 2018.

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President Trump Signs $100 Million "BOLD" Alzheimer's Act

REVIEW - VIDEO & ARTICLE:

President Trump's New Year 2019 signing of "The BOLD ALZHEIMER'S ACT" allocated $100 million to combat Alzheimer’s and preserve brain health. This added to the extra $425 million for Alzheimer's research signed in October 2018.

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Don't Say Goodbye, Say Hello!

LIVING WITH DEMENTIA VIDEO: (Review)

Dr. Richard Taylor has Alzheimer's and the right attitude! See what he has to say.

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Bust the Stigma of Dementia

STIGMA-FIGHTING VIDEO & ARTICLE:

Learn about The Alzheimer's Society of Canada's campaign to bust the stigma of dementia. Discover 6 easy ways you can make a difference.

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Bill Gates On His Alzheimer's Mission

RESEARCH VIDEO:

One of the world’s richest people is devoting his resources to finding a cure to Alzheimer's. Bill Gates said his $100,000,000 donation last year is just the beginning. See Alzheimer's Advocate Maria Shriver interview Mr. Gates on the TODAY SHOW.

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Nursing Homes Must Admit COVID-19 Patients

California ordered nursing home operators to admit patients with the coronavirus. But that was just the tip of the iceberg: many states issued similar orders, and within days COVID-19 death tolls in skilled nursing facilities rose. Why?

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Record-Breaking Alzheimer's Bipartisan Budget Signed By President Trump

The biggest Alzheimer's-fighting budget in history was approved by Democrats and Republicans in Congress and signed by President Trump. Tripling in size since the President stepped into office, it now stands at $2.8 billion. See how America has become a global force in defeating dementia.

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2 Women on Alzheimer's Myths & Facts

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER'S - VIDEO:

Lisa Genova wrote the Alzheimer's classic, "Still Alice". See her discuss myths and facts about Alzheimer's with leading Alzheimer's activist Maria Shriver.

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