by John Wotring | Jan 7, 2019 | Memory care
We’re all familiar with that sluggish feeling after a bad night’s sleep. Now researchers believe sleep disturbances spark changes in the brain that may lead to dementia, according to a new study. The key to this connection is low oxygen in the blood during...
by John Wotring | Mar 12, 2018 | Brain Games, Caregiver tips, Memory care
Recent research suggests that computer games that train the brain can help prevent Alzheimer’s and general dementia. A study from the University of South Florida found that older people who used a brain training game consistently over a 10 year period were 29%...
by John Wotring | Mar 28, 2017 | Alzheimers, Dementia, Memory care
Everyone needs a little extra sleep now and then, but there are times when “sleeping in” can be a sign of illness. If you, or an elderly loved one, are getting more sack time these days, more than nine hours per night, you may be at risk for developing...
by John Wotring | Oct 11, 2016 | Alzheimers, Caregiver tips, Dementia, Memory care
As an individual ages, it’s important that he or she maintain social connection and contact with others in order to stay healthy, both mentally and emotionally. One excellent way to forge and keep up connections with peers is through reading groups, particularly...
by John Wotring | Feb 8, 2016 | Alzheimers, Dementia, Memory care, Memory Loss
Every now and then, we all have those nights where we spend more time tossing and turning than resting in a deep slumber. New research shows that these nights aren’t just bad for your alertness the morning after. They could contribute to the damage that leads to...
by John Wotring | Aug 20, 2015 | Memory care, Memory Loss, Music and Memory
Boost your brain power by integrating these simple ideas into your everyday life. Pay attention by concentrating on what you want to remember. Train your memory by trying to memorize phone numbers or a credit card number. Find ways to decrease the stress in your life...
