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Providence Monthly: Living a Happy Life with Dementia

Providence Monthly: Living a Happy Life with Dementia http://conta.cc/19kfYdg

conta.cc It is hard to believe that stores are already stocking supplies for the holidays, but we are quickly approaching the busy time of year. This month we feature:

Providence Monthly: Non-Pharmacological Dementia Care Options

Providence Monthly: Non-Pharmacological Dementia Care Options http://conta.cc/15XnzZT

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Providence Monthly: Advocating for People with Dementia

Providence Monthly: Advocating for People with Dementia http://conta.cc/1c6YJQf

conta.cc We have had a busy summer at Providence Place. In addition to our constantly exciting activities program, we are almost complete with a major renovation of the building exterior. So if you are in the area, please stop by and say hello and have some tea or coffee and cookies with us.

Providence Monthly: Planning Outings for Seniors with Dementia

Providence Monthly: Planning Outings for Seniors with Dementia http://conta.cc/12J5xQf

conta.cc With summer here, we focus this month on tips in planning outings for people with dementia. Some favorite activities at Providence is trips to the coffee and ice cream shops, Golden Gate park, the beach and walks around the neighborhood. Outings should be planned taking into consideration the senior...

Providence Monthly: Siblings Managing Care: Tips and Resources

Providence Monthly: Siblings Managing Care: Tips and Resources http://conta.cc/198CySR

conta.cc This month we focus on tools siblings and other family members can use to manage the care of their parents/loved ones. Caregiving is emotionally charged as it is and can be made more difficult where multiple people are involved in decision making.

Providence Monthly: Alzheimers is the 6th Leading Cause of Death

Providence Monthly: Alzheimers is the 6th Leading Cause of Death http://conta.cc/14SCWY2

conta.cc Alzheimer's disease awareness continues to rise as unfortunately it is now the 6th leading cause of death in the United States. With the recently released 2013 Alzheimer's Facts and Figures report, the Alzheimer's Association confirms the rapid growth in prevalence of this disease and its cost on th...

Providence Monthly: The Power of Music in Treating Alzheimer's

Providence Monthly: The Power of Music in Treating Alzheimer's http://conta.cc/WOyKq0

conta.cc As caregivers, we are always looking for creative new ways to improve the lives of those we care for. For anybody taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer's, particularly as the disease progresses, finding those positive moments becomes more and more difficult.

Providence Monthly: Reducing Fall Risk - It Hits 1/3 of Seniors

Providence Monthly: Reducing Fall Risk - It Hits 1/3 of Seniors http://conta.cc/YEXDki

conta.cc Valentine's Day is around the corner and we have fun activities planned at Providence. Whether its making cards, munching on hershey's kisses or watching romantic comedies, its important to do something special for the seniors in our lives to make them feel loved and remembered.

Providence Monthly: You Are Not Alone, The Fight Against Alzheimer's is National

Providence Monthly: You Are Not Alone, The Fight Against Alzheimer's is National http://conta.cc/Wu0kBF

conta.cc For millions of Americans, the heartbreak of watching a loved one struggle with Alzheimer's disease is a pain they know all too well. Alzheimer's disease burdens an increasing number of our Nation's elders and their families, and it is essential that we confront the challenge it poses to our public ...

Providence Monthly: Siblings Managing Parents Care

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Providence Monthly: Demand for Respite Care on the Rise...the Result of Caregiver Overburden?

Providence Monthly: Demand for Respite Care on the Rise...the Result of Caregiver Overburden? http://conta.cc/LkAptE

Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. The verdict is in and there is new evidence that proves that family caregivers of persons with Dementia experience more stress and personal health problems than others. In fact, they report using healthcare services 25% more and spend $4,766 more annually on healthcare costs than other people. Indee…

Providence Monthly: Life's Lessons and Memories

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Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. Mother's Day is around the corner and this month we are doing something a little different with our newsletter. Instead of giving you statistics and tips on care, we are sharing a story that went viral online that drove us and thousands of others to tears. We rarely repost other's stories, but felt …

Providence Monthly: Nutrition and Alzheimer's

Providence Monthly: Nutrition and Alzheimer's http://conta.cc/y7qdZd

Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. March is national nutrition month and the theme this year is "Eat Right with Color." We want to take this opportunity to discuss the important role nutrition plays in the lives of those with Alzheimer's and provide some tips to ensure your loved ones are eating a healthy diet.

Providence Newsletter: Caregiver New Year's Resolutions

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Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. The Providence Family wishes you and your family a wonderful 2012. May the new year bring you much love, joy, health and happiness.

Providence Newsletter: Tips For a Happy Holiday Celebration When a Loved One has Alzheimer's

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Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. The holiday season is in full swing. The Providence family wishes you and your family a wonderful, healthy and happy holiday celebration. As you prepare for all the festivities December brings, please take a moment to read this month's feature about the special care needed when you are celebrationin…

Providence Newsletter: The Cost of Senior Care and Long Term Insurance

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Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. Friday, November 11th is Veteran's Day. For those that can join, the San Francisco Parade will start at 10am on Montgomery Street, turn on Market and  conclude at City Hall. 

Providence Newsletter: Effective Communication with Seniors

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Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. You are not alone! Read this great blog post from the Alzheimer's Reading Room about one man's journey to learning how to communicate with his mother in the Alzheimer's World.

Providence Care September Newsletter: Brain Health

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Check out my latest campaign by Constant Contact. September is world Alzheimer's month and to further the fight against Alzheimer's, we focus this newsletter on brain health. 

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2011 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures Report

providencecare.com Coping with the dementia of a family member can be confusing and emotionally stressful. At Providence Care we offer useful resources that can demystify dementia, and educate you on what your next steps might be as you care for a senior with Alzheimer’s Disease.Alzheimer’s Association Get infor

Larry King Specials

Larry King Alzheimer's Special airs on CNN

cnn.com CNN.com delivers the latest breaking news and information on the latest top stories, weather, business, entertainment, politics, and more. For in-depth coverage, CNN.com provides special reports, video, audio, photo galleries, and interactive guides.

Alzheimer's Association Virtual Candlelight Rally

Have you lit a virtual candle to support Alzheimer's advocates who will descend on Washington this Sunday? Join the virtually rally to raise awareness for dementia and Alzheimer's here http://tinyurl.com/3swqjec.

alz.org Join the Alzheimer's Virtual Candlelight Rally. Check it out at http://www.alz.org/virtualrally/

News from Providence

Check out our new monthly newsletter. Read more about Alzheimer's research and our blog by clicking on the link below.

myemail.constantcontact.com We hope you enjoy the new format of our newsletter and we look forward to your suggestions on how we can continue to provide you worthwhile information.

Manulife’s long-term U.S. headache

John Hancock will seek rate increases on long-term care insurance policies of up to 90% and an average of 40% in the US. While we have always been big proponents of LTC coverage, this is definitely concerning.

theglobeandmail.com When the Canadian company bought John Hancock, the aim was to become a global powerhouse. But the subsidiary’s policies to care for the elderly have wreaked havoc

Larry King Specials

If you missed Larry Kings Alzheimer's special last night on CNN, you can now watch clips of it at http://bit.ly/gncQ00. Hear celebrities Maria Shriver, Seth Rogen, and Ron Reagan (son of former president) discuss their Alzheimer's journeys.

cnn.com CNN.com delivers the latest breaking news and information on the latest top stories, weather, business, entertainment, politics, and more. For in-depth coverage, CNN.com provides special reports, video, audio, photo galleries, and interactive guides.

Five New Alzheimer’s Genes Double Total as Doctors Unravel Disease Cause

Research continues to find a cause of Alzheimer's disease, but a LOT more work remains to be done before a cure can be found.

bloomberg.com Five new genes have been definitively linked to Alzheimer’s disease , doubling the total confirmed by scientists and opening new areas for research into an illness that affects 35 million people globally.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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1 in 8 older Americans has Alzheimer's Disease. It is the fifth-leading cause of death for those aged 65 and older. Download the hot off the press report by the Alzheimer's Association outlining all the facts about Alzheimer's.

providencecare.com Coping with the dementia of a family member can be confusing and emotionally stressful. At Providence Care we offer useful resources that can demystify dementia, and educate you on what your next steps might be as you care for a senior with Alzheimer’s Disease.Alzheimer’s Association Get infor

It's National Pancake Day!

It's National Pancake Day!

blogs.forbes.com In efforts to raise money for charity (while giving people an excuse to load up on pancake deliciousness), IHOP will be giving out free short-stacks of buttermilk pancakes today.

Happy Friday! What is everyone doing this weekend?

HealthDay Articles

Read about how hypertension and high cholesterol can harm your memory in middle age.

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Presidential Fun Facts

Today is Presidents Day. How about some presidential fun facts?

littleknownfactsshow.com Enjoy perusing these fun facts about our presidents that you might not know!

Rose Color Meanings: Ordering the Right Valentine Roses

If you ever wondered what different colors of roses mean, take a look here. :)

landscaping.about.com Rose color meanings detailed, so you can 'get it right' for Valentines Day. Attributing meaning to roses by colors, whether as Valentine gifts or for other occasions, follows longstanding convention.

Valentine's Day Activities for the Elderly

Happy Valentine's Day to Everyone!!!

ehow.com Valentine's Day can be a lonely holiday for the elderly, some of whom may have lost a spouse. Valentine's activities that aim to involve elderly persons and take into account...

The Vanishing Mind - Series - The New York Times

A special series covering Dementia care around the world from the New York Times.

topics.nytimes.com Articles in the The Vanishing Mind series from The New York Times.

Alzheimer's Disease - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease - NY Times Health Inform

http://health.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/alzheimers-disease/overview.html

health.nytimes.com Free articles and multimedia from The NY Times, including information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, tests, and surgical procedures, as well as current news and interviews with leading experts.

Alzheimer’s Therapy Focuses on Care

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/01/health/01care.html?_r=1&emc=eta1

nytimes.com A Phoenix nursing home has found that unlimited chocolate, and other comforts, go a long way in reducing patients’ distress.

Grandma’s Christmas gift: a brief moment of clarity

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/facts-and-arguments/grandmas-christmas-gift-a-brief-moment-of-clarity/article1839521/

theglobeandmail.com It had been four years since she'd known my sister or me by name, and three since she'd recognized my mother. But this visit was different