Similar to European models, a nonprofit-led development — the first in the U.S. — will replace locked memory care with homeownership, choice and community. By Addie Costello WPR, Wisconsin … [Read more...]
New Research Shows African Americans Face Sharply Higher Dementia Risks
The significant increase in estimated risk means that roughly 514,000 Americans could develop dementia this year alone, with projections rising to approximately 1 million new cases annually by … [Read more...]
Stroke & Dementia in Black Men: 11 Ways to Thrive, Survive, and Manage the Risks
Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders & Stroke Stroke is a leading cause of death and long-term disability, with nearly 800,000 Americans having a stroke each year. Making … [Read more...]
Bader Philanthropies Provides $310,000 to Expand Alzheimer’s Education and Outreach for Milwaukee’s African American Community
MILWAUKEE – Bader Philanthropies, Inc., one of southeastern Wisconsin’s top five foundations, announced its board of directors approved a two-year $310,000 grant to the University of Wisconsin … [Read more...]
Creative Art Program Available for Individuals with Early-Stage Dementia
Milwaukee, WI – The Alzheimer’s Association will offer “Memories in the Making®” a three-week watercolor painting session designed for families living with early-stage dementia. The series … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Association Presents In-Depth Training for Family Caregivers
Six Week Course Offers Education on Caring for an Older Adult with Dementia Milwaukee, WI – The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a six-week program designed to provide clinical level education and … [Read more...]
Course on Alzheimer’s Basics Offers Insight on Impact of Memory Loss
Waukesha, WI – The Alzheimer’s Association will present a program called “Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Basics” on Monday, October 10 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. at Aging and … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Association to Offer Program for Individuals with Early Stage Alzheimer’s Disease and their Care Partners
Milwaukee, WI – The Alzheimer’s Association will present a three-part program called “Living with Alzheimer’s Disease – Early Stage,” tailored for individuals with early stage dementia and their care … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Association to Offer Program for Family Caregivers
Waukesha, WI - The Alzheimer’s Association will offer a three-part workshop called “Understanding Dementia: An Education Program for Family Caregivers” on consecutive Tuesdays starting Tuesday, … [Read more...]
Learn About Driving and Dementia from a Doctor
Milwaukee, WI – The Alzheimer’s Association will present a program called “Driving and Dementia” on Thursday, September 29 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s Association, 620 S. 76th Street, … [Read more...]