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Pets can benefit people with dementia and their caregivers. Still, making a wise decision before inserting a dog, cat, or another animal into the caregiving space is essential. Is it suitable for your loved one and your caregiving situation?

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The number of heat-related deaths in 2024 could surpass those of 2023, where reportedly, 2,300 people died from heat-related deaths. Seniors and people with Alzheimer's disease are at risk as millions face higher temps this summer. Take caution.

Calling all pancake lovers!

Y'all, IHOP Is Offering All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes Right Now IHOP is offering all-you-can-eat buttermilk pancakes with full stacks and breakfast combos from now until September 15.

"You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice." – Bob Marley
Bob Marley's quote defines a caregiver and is often descriptive of the loved one for whom they provide care.

"Now research confirms that deep sleep may also protect against Alzheimer's disease" -UCLA Health. Full article at uclahealth.org

Caregivers, what is your favorite moment that you personally remember from any Olympics? photo via britannica.com

USA! USA! USA!

USA, USA, USA!

Recovering from Fourth of July festivities?
Having fun is hard work, especially for caregivers. Am I right? (IYKYK).

Happy 4th of July

Happy Sunday! Our prayer for each of you is this benediction from the Old Testament book of Numbers
"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26

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We're halfway through "Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness." It's not fun to think about, but you should. Avoiding uncomfortable conversations, too many people go undiagnosed each year.

Happy Father's Day to all our wonderful fathers around the world. And thank you, God, for being our everlasting heavenly Father.

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing fathers in the world who are examples of our Father "who art in heaven."

To those whose father is no longer here or who have a bad relationship with their dad, remember that our Father in Heaven will adopt you if you are willing to be adopted.

Caregivers of a certain age may remember NBA great Jerry West, who passed away at 86. May his family, friends, and fans find comfort. RIP, Mr. West/

Jerry West, One of Basketball’s Greatest Players, Dies at 86 He was a sharpshooting, high-scoring Hall of Fame guard for the Lakers and later an executive with the team. His image became the N.B.A.’s logo.

"Count your blessings. Name them one by one. Count your many blessings, see what God has done!"

Are you a caregiver? Do you know one? Isolation is one of the many challenges. How can friends/family intervene to break its grip?

To all those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our rights, freedoms, and security. We thank you all.

This is part 2 of the most influential Asian American athletes.

620,000-Americal Civil War
405,399- World War II
116,516 -World War I
58,209 - Vietnam War
36,516 -Korean War
25,000-American Revolutionary War
7,078 -War on Terror (2001-present)
Gulf War - 258

Military fatalities in major wars that involved the United States. (Statista.com)

What does it take to board a vessel, sail or fly to a foreign land not knowing if you'll return? And then to do it again and again?

In honor of May, Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, here are some of the most influential Asian and Pacific Islander American athletes. This is in no particular order

Navigating Alzheimer's remembers those lost, some on foreign battlefields, others in training exercises here at home while preparing to defend our country.