Category Archives for Alzheimer’s and Dementia News
Giving Tuesday 2021
What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires people worldwide to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. This year we celebrate on November 30th. The idea is simple:
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Day Program hosts Halloween Spirit Week
In celebration of Halloween, the LIAD Center’s staff and day program participants dressed up for a full week! Monday – Animal Print Day Tuesday – Tie Dye Day Wednesday –
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Talking with Children About Alzheimer’s & Dementia
<!-- wp:paragraph --犀利士 > When a loved one has Alzheimer's disease, the impact on the family extends to all members -- including children of every age. Depending upon a child's age and closeness
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Staff Murder Mystery Social Event
The LIAD Center staff had a blast getting together for a murder mystery themed team development day! We practiced our gasps, exercised teamwork, and built relationships with new staff members.
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How Is Dementia Treated: Medical & Alternative Dementia Therapies
Learning a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia can be challenging. You may be experiencing more questions than you have answers. Fortunately, the team at
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5 Everyday Dementia Tips for Caregivers
Caring for a person or loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's disease is challenging at times, especially at the beginning and during times of transition. Fortunately, the Long Island Alzheimer's and
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Films featuring Dementia & Alzheimer’s
A topic as of late explores movies that show the debilitating challenges of memory loss and its effects on being a caregiver. The Father, released in 2020, is about a man with dementia, who begins
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Tips for Caregivers Coping with Dementia: Guide to Caring for Your Loved One & Yourself
Caregivers coping with dementia often face an array of challenging emotions. Having a loved one diagnosed with dementia can make you feel angry, sad, and scared for the future all at the same time.
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Dementia & Alcohol: How Are the Two Related
Excessive alcohol consumption over a period of time can have devastating effects in almost every facet of life. As one of the most abused substances in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control
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Celebrities with Dementia
As an umbrella term used to describe memory-related conditions, dementia spans across all demographics, social strata, and geographic regions —including Hollywood. In fact, many people of celebrity
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