Become an OLLI Member: Your Brain Will Thank You
by Philip Nowicki, PhD, Alzheimer’s Project Board Member For six years, I was a full-time, 24/7 caregiver for my wife, Delane, who had Alzheimer’s disease. She passed away in March […]
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Improving Health Care for Patients with Dementia
By Tricia Matthews Introduction “When I get sick, I want you to bring me here.” My mom told me this when we were driving home, after a long, full day […]
Party with a Purpose at the Phrenzy
The 16th Annual Parrothead Phrenzy is less than two weeks away – and the Tallahassee Parrothead Club is ready to Party for the Project!! The Parrothead Phrenzy is a benefit concert […]
Get On Board
For over 30 years, the Alzheimer’s Project has provided comfort to people living with memory disorders while making sure their care partners feel supported. The Alzheimer’s Project’s continued success as […]
Alzheimer’s Project Provides Family Support through Counseling
When caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, caregivers experience a variety of challenges. These challenges encompass everyday hands-on care and may also include […]
The Benefits to Caregivers from Adult Day Respite Care
According to the Center for Disease Control, the majority (80%) of people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are receiving care in their homes. Caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s and […]
Remote Caregiving: We All Have a Role
Written by Carol Bracy, Board Member, Alzheimer’s Project When I started to write about my remote caregiving experience, I asked my sister what she thought I should convey in this […]
Cognitive Aging Can Pose Challenges to Financial Decision Making
We all know that things change as we age. However, do you know the science behind those brain changes and how it can affect your financial stability? Harvard University researched […]
What to do when it’s time to take the car keys away…
Among the most stressful situations dementia caregivers face is taking the car keys away from their loved one when they are unable to drive safely. Initially, it can be difficult […]