Katie Brandt Shares 5 Critical Dementia Caregiving Tips
Caregiver to both her young husband and her father with dementia, now she’s supporting others in the caregiver journey.
Alzheimer’s Educational Video: RI Experts on What You Need to Know
Watch this Alzheimer’s educational video to learn about prevention, symptoms, treatment, resources and research from a panel of Rhode Island experts.
The 3 Stages of Alzheimer’s: What To Expect and What To Do
What to expect and what to do during each stage of Alzheimer’s to ensure the best possible quality of life and peace of mind.
Planning for the Future After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Receiving an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis is very difficult, but planning ahead can reduce stress and worry. Here are 4 steps to take.
Worried about your memory? Have this “physical” for the brain.
Did you know there’s such a thing as a physical for your brain? Athene Lee, PhD, assistant professor in psychiatry and human behavior and researcher at the Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital, explains what it is and how it can help if you’re...
5 Holiday Tips for Caregivers of Those With Alzheimer’s
The holidays should be joyful, but they can bring on extra stress for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, as well as for their caregivers. Here are five ways to stress less so that you both can have a happier holiday season.
First Memory Cafés Open in Rhode Island
Memory cafés provide a place for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, along with their caregivers, to come together socially to enjoy cognitive stimulation, companionship and fun! For caregivers, memory cafés can also provide some much-needed respite...
Resources for Advance Care Planning
People in the early stages of dementia should be supported to make as many decisions as possible to ensure their future care and support best matches what they would want. Care planning is an important conversation to have, and it should be an ongoing discussion....
The Memory and Aging Program at Butler Hospital is a world-wide leader in the fight against Alzheimer's. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough treatments for Alzheimer's disease through cutting-edge research into early detection and treatment.
Our research and future breakthroughs depend on the participation of people with normal memory who may be at risk for dementia and those who are already experiencing memory loss, as well as the support of committed community partners, supporters and volunteers.
Can Healthy Lifestyle Reduce Risk for Cognitive Decline?
Can healthy lifestyle changes help to protect memory and thinking in aging adults who are at risk? We’re looking for people ages 60 – 79 to participate in the U.S. POINTER study to find out.
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Time to Change Attitudes on Alzheimer’s – Neurologist with the Disease Explains Why
After spending 25 years caring for Alzheimer’s patients Dr. Daniel Gibbs developed the disease himself. He’s now been living with it for at least 13 years, and he’s on a mission to spread an important message.
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