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Among Black Americans aged 70 or older, more than one in five (21 percent) are living with Alzheimer’s disease.

The changing role of race in dementia research

ONLINE — In honor of Black History Month, the Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free live webinar, “Alzheimer’s & Dementia Conversations: Changing the Face of … more

1/31/23

Listening to music with your loved one is a great way to keep someone with dementia engaged this winter.

Keep your loved ones engaged this winter

REGION — While many families are caring for their loved ones at home, finding ways to stay engaged and active indoors during the cold winter months can be challenging for many Americans. But … more

1/18/23

Holidays are a wonderful time for the family to get together. But they can also highlight memory problems in our elders.

Holidays and memory changes

NATIONWIDE — The holiday season can be a time when families come together to celebrate. In many cases, it can be the first time family members have seen each other in months. Because … more

12/29/22

Tim Doak said music continues to move people with dementia even as other forms of communication become harder for them.

Connecting through music

ONLINE — Music therapist Tim Doak leads a free online program offered by the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley chapter for people with dementia and their loved ones. It’s called … more

12/1/22

Caring for a loved one with dementia is hard. The Alzheimer's Association has tools to make it easier.

Six essential terms that dementia caregivers should know

NATIONWIDE — Caregiving for someone with dementia can be overwhelming, especially for first-time caregivers. These caregivers not only experience the emotional impact that occurs when a close … more

11/18/22

GetSetUp for wellness and more

Writing dementia down REGION — AlzAuthors co-founder Marianne Sciucco said that her connection to Alzheimer’s disease began in the late 1980s, when her aunt was diagnosed with … more

11/16/22

Marylou Ambrose, author of "Your Number's Up."

Cozy mystery ‘Your Number’s Up’ is a winner

Masturbation. Got your attention? Thought so. Which is probably why a newly self-published book set in our neighborhood starts the same way. The book, “Your Number’s Up,” by … more

By LEAH CASNER | 11/16/22

Edwards, Walter honored on Older New Yorkers Day

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) recently honored 94 older adults for their volunteerism in every region of the state as part of NYSOFA’s annual … more

By ROGER L. NOYES | 11/16/22

Early retirement?

REGION — “There has been a huge uptick to ‘unretire,’ according to the labor market statistics,” said Loreen Gebelein, director of Sullivan County’s Center for … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 11/16/22

Get Answers and Information About Aging from the Eldercare Locator

(BPT) - While growing older can be amazing, sometimes we all need a little help to remain independent. Whether it is finding transportation to a doctor’s appointment, taking a falls prevention … more

11/16/22

Storytelling can help people understand the impact of dementia. A recent discussion sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley chapter highlighted the subject. Pictured are Alzheimer's Association staff member Eileen Hendriksen, left; Marion Morris; Lisa Miller of Temple Sinai; Marianne Sciucco, local author and founder of AlzAuthors; Debbie Ackerman, Caregiver Support Group Facilitator; and Alzheimer's Association staff member Donna Davies.

Storytelling and dementia

ONLINE — AlzAuthors co-founder Marianne Sciucco says her connection to Alzheimer’s disease began in the late 1980s when her aunt was diagnosed with the disease. “We were … more

11/9/22

Walk to end Alzheimer’s disease

MONTGOMERY, NY —The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is set for Saturday, October 22 at Benedict Farm Park. Check-in for the event opens at 9 a.m. and the … more

10/17/22

Yes, it’s that time again

NATIONWIDE — Fall means pumpkins, cooler weather, apple cider and—for many people—it’s time to think about changes to your Medicare coverage. Yes, the fall annual … more

10/17/22

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers will offer the new COVID boosters beginning September 21.

Wayne Memorial holds clinics for new COVID boosters

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) will offer both the Pfizer and Moderna bivalent vaccines starting Wedensday, September 21 in Honesdale and Wednesday, … more

9/10/22

It might hurt a bit, but that shot might keep the flu away this winter.

Get your flu shot

EVERYWHERE — Flu vaccines are now available for patients at the Wright Center for Community Health’s network of community health centers in northeast Pennsylvania. Most people are … more

9/5/22

It still gets hot in September

NATIONWIDE — Extreme heat poses risks for loved ones with dementia.The Alzheimer’s Association suggests ways to keep people safe and comfortable. The heat can be especially stressful and … more

9/2/22

Poverty, low wages linked to dementia risk

Socioeconomic deprivation, including neighborhood disadvantages and persistent low wages, are associated with higher dementia risk, lower cognitive performance and faster memory decline, according to … more

8/24/22

Growing older—together

I have always appreciated my relationships with older people. Just after my first birthday, I was loaded into my parent’s 1959 Chevrolet Impala and transported 700 miles south of our Iowa … more

By THOMAS CAMBRIDGE | 8/17/22

Social media 101: A guide for seniors

Social media has become almost a new way of life. From sharing special moments of births, weddings or graduations, to posting about personal experiences and, for some, starting a business. Between … more

By VICTORIA HOFFMANN | 8/17/22

Black Americans are twice as likely to develop dementia as whites, but are less likely to receive a diagnosis.

‘Twice the risk’

ONLINE — On Wednesday, June 15, the Alzheimer’s Association will host a webinar discussing the crushing impact that Alzheimer’s and other dementias have on the Black … more

6/7/22

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