June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month.

Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer's or another dementia, and two-thirds of Americans have at least one major potential risk factor for dementia. Take action now — for yourself, your loved ones and for the fight to end Alzheimer's.

It's never too early or too late to take actions that help promote a healthy brain. Get familiar with brain health and learn what steps you can take if you or someone you love has memory concerns.

Alzheimer’s Research Alzheimer’s Disease: Facts & Figures

Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. That’s the same amount of time it takes to read this sentence out loud. Get the facts about Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia.

https://www.brightfocus.org/alzheimers/facts-figures/

What AI means for Alzheimer’s: Six things an expert wants you to know: https://www.brightfocus.org/resource/what-ai-means-for-alzheimers-6-things-an-expert-wants-you-to-know/

ALZ Talks Playlist of 31 videos, variety of topics, average length 30 minutes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb15WDa0LdCZ6Pk6PdJcAiBfeuaqr_R4n

ALZ Talks Next Event: Advancements in treatment, June 26 at 9 a.m. EDT: https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_N6XKhvckRXm1hA2S6GtlEg#/registration

Discover the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatments and understand their impact on individuals and families affected by the disease. This program will cover the innovative design of new drugs, eligibility criteria for treatment, potential benefits and side effects, how to access these treatments and support resources from the Alzheimer’s Association. Don’t miss this chance to stay informed and empowered about the future of Alzheimer’s care. 

Caregiver’s Corner | Resources for the Journey

Caregiving in America is on the rise. Broadly speaking, 100 million US adults function as caregivers, providing care for a child, parent, or other relative. More narrowly, there are 53 million US adults who care for a spouse, elderly parent or relative or special-needs child. That’s up from 43.5 million in 2015 and includes caregivers who also work full-time jobs. 

Standing Up & Stepping In: A modern look at caregivers in the U.S.: https://www.guardianlife.com/reports/caregiving-in-america

Family Caregiving: Guidance for getting started: https://www.guardianlife.com/disability-insurance/family-caregiving

Health Well Foundation: Our mission is to reduce financial barriers to care for underinsured patients with chronic or life-altering diseases: https://www.healthwellfoundation.org/caregiving/

Rewind | Elder Care May Workshop Series Recordings

Caregiving From a Distance | 47:41

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XrvSBVhk4VU&t=47s

Stay Active & Fit – Ages and Stages | 25:15

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80fXkO1Owgs

Flip the Scrip on Aging | 15:58

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1xzOFu6MRw