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www.memorywalk.org.uk This September, thousands of people will walk together to raise money to fight dementia. Walk with us. Memory Walks are taking place across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and registration is simple and free – just select the walk you want to be part of and complete the online form. The money you raise will help us to run services in your community. The more people who take part, and the more money you raise, the bigger difference we will make to people’s lives. So tell your friends and family to sign up now and let’s make it a day to remember.

Thanks for viewing the original version of this video, part of the Music and Memory project! For more information about how Music and Memory can help elderly patients, or to volunteer or donate an iPod (new or used), visit www.MusicandMemory.org. We are very excited to announce the world premiere for Alive Inside at the Rubin Museum in New York City. http This is an excerpt from Alive Inside, a documentary about the Music and Memory nonprofit project, a film by Michael Rossato-Bennett www.AliveInsideMovie.com The screening dates are Wednesday, April 18th – Saturday, April 21st, 2012 with two additional screenings on Saturday. Each ticket includes a Q&A with Alzheimer’s specialists and a post-program information table staffed by experts from the Alzheimer’s Association, New York City Chapter. If you’re in the NY area we’d love to see you come out. Check back for more information about future screenings and events on the power of music. Thank you to everyone for your wonderful comments and support! Like Music & Memory on Facebook at this link http

GPS Shoes help Track Alzheimer’s Patients

One in eight people over 65 have Alzheimer’s disease, and many more have personal experience as a family member or caregiver to someone with the disease. On The Doctors, Dr. Freda Lewis-Hall and Dr. Travis Stork discuss signs of dementia and key steps to take if you suspect someone in your life may have Alzheimer’s disease.

On April 20th, 2012, Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington was invited to attend the 27th Annual Alzheimer’s Association Regional Conference at the Seattle Convention Center in the Emerald City. While there, we had the opportunity to interview a number of prominent people who surround the organization and it’s wonderful cause. Lindsey Beach is one such individual. She is Education and Outreach Coordinator at the University of Washington’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Conducting the interview with Ms. Beach is media personality Chris Hansen.

“Alzheimer’s Disease and Chiropractic Care” columbiachiropractor.net 803-798-2225 Alzheimer’s Disease is explained and demonstrated through visual demonstrations and conceptual descriptions.

This is a second trailer to our documentary on reversing Alzheimer’s/Dementia that includes various steps on how several people came back from severe cases of Alzheimer’s/Dementia.

www.alzheimers.org.uk This film gives a overview of the structure and function of brain cells, and what happens to them when the brain is affected by dementia. TRANSCRIPT “The brain is made up of millions of nerve cells. Nerve cells are specially designed for their function. They are elongated with many tentacle-like projections, called dendrites, that allow them to make contact with the cells around them. The dendrites form many connections, creating an intricate network between the cells. The point where two cells meet is called a synapse. Messages are passed along and between cells through tiny electrical impulses and chemical messengers. This is the basis for how the brain works. This is how the brain coordinates our movements, our thoughts and our memories. If something stops the cells from doing their job, this can result in dementia. Nerve cells are like any other cells in the body — they need oxygen and nutrients to stay alive. They also rely on close contact with neighbouring cells. If a nerve cell is starved of oxygen or nutrients, or becomes isolated from its neighbours it will die.” Please watch our other videos to see how brain cells function, hear what dementia is, and to hear more about Alzheimer’s disease, Posterior Cortical Atrophy, vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, fronto-temporal dementia and other rarer causes of dementia. Alzheimer’s Society is dedicated to defeating dementia through research. Our unique research programme funds research …

A Caregiver’s Story: Alzheimer’s is a Cruel Disease. Listen as Sabina Shalom shares the story of how her husband has gone from the man of her dreams to the man she barely knows. This touching story highlights the struggles she and nearly 15 million friends and family endure daily with the more than 5.4 million people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. PhRMA has partnered with the National Alliance for Caregiving to bring focus on the disease and those who provide the care. Please visit www.phrma.org and www.caregiving.org to learn more.

www.alzheimers.org.uk This film looks at vascular dementia, the second most common form of dementia, and the connection between a healthy blood supply and dementia. TRANSCRIPT “Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia, although it can also occur in combination with Alzheimer’s disease, in a condition called mixed dementia. Vascular dementia is associated with problems in the blood supply to the brain. Interruption of the blood supply, for example by a blockage or a leak, can cause a stroke. A stroke can cause significant damage to the area of the brain that was starved of its blood supply. Sometimes a single stroke is enough to cause symptoms of dementia. In other cases, a person may experience a series of smaller strokes that gradually cause more damage. Vascular dementia can also be caused by small vessel disease which is due to damage to the tiny blood vessels deep in the brain. Since vascular dementia is closely linked to a healthy blood supply, scientists think that lifestyle factors such as regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight could help to reduce the risk of this form of dementia.” Please watch our other videos to see how brain cells function, hear what dementia is, and to hear more about Alzheimer’s disease, Posterior Cortical Atrophy, vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, fronto-temporal dementia and other rarer causes of dementia. Alzheimer’s Society is dedicated to defeating dementia through research. Our unique research …