About 350 St. Patrick's Day–themed greeting cards went to the Alzheimer's and dementia residents of memory care and board-and-care as part of the Comfort Human Pen Palz initiative! Design help came from a very special wee-human, and then Comfort Human affixed the touch-therapy items, including coins and soft shamrocks. If you'd like to donate designs or touch-therapy items, click here for info! #alzheimers #dementia #cognitivedecline #alzheimersawareness #dementiaawareness #n

"Researchers [in the U.S. and New Zealand] found that the connection between mental health problems and dementia was seen across men and women, for both early-onset and later-onset dementias, across different types of mental health conditions and for both Alzheimer’s and non-Alzheimer's dementias. They explained that these results have several implications, including better treatment of mental disorders earlier on in people’s lives which could mitigate neurodegenerative disea

Dementia can be rude, frustrating, quiet, loud, sad, funny...the list goes on and on. And that's for the person with it as well as for family, friends, caregivers...that list goes on and on, too. There's no playbook to follow either, since every interaction can be different from the last. That's why I began sharing my experiences in memory care with my friends and family. I think it was a combination of me processing what I'd been through on a particular visit as well as cele

Comfort Human sends out about 350 greeting cards each month to those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia who are living in memory care units and board and care. It's the Pen Palz initiative, like a one-way pen pal program. This month, some inspired kids (thank you, Ella and Kemper, and also Kendra!) helped with the Valentine’s theme and contributed these adorable cards! Then Comfort Human added "fidget" items for sensory therapy, such as the glittery hearts and googl

Anthony Morrison is one of the most inspiring entrepreneurs out there, so it's always a treat to catch an interview with him, since his Brit wit is second to none. But...to hear him talk about Comfort Human during a recent podcast, See & Free Studio with Jennifer Longnion? Such a surreal surprise with a huge burst of gratitude! Just...wow! ComfortHuman.org efforts for #alzheimers and #dementia will strive to live up to his praise! From See & Free Studio: See & Free Studio, Se

Comfort Human is on Dementia Map, a great resource for family, friends, caregivers, and professionals dealing with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The site has an events listing, blog, and even a helpful glossary of terms. Visit Dementia Map by clicking here. #alzheimers #dementia #cognitivedecline #alzheimersawareness #dementiaawareness #newbook #newauthor #alzheimersbooks #dementiabooks #caregiver #brainawareness #seniorliving #caregiversupport #endalz #alzheimersdi

Very moved to have had Comfort Human and the book "Conversations With Alzheimer's" included in a very poignant editorial by the president of The Caregiver's Voice! Here's a peek: People with Dementia Say the Funniest Things People with dementia may struggle to function as more of their brain cells are destroyed, but IF we really listen, they will offer wisdom of the ages giftwrapped in humor. Caregiver and author, Tori Tellem shares nuggets of wisdom and humor in her new book

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The September 2021 Pen Palz "pen pal" greeting cards for Alzheimer's and dementia residents of memory-care units and board-and-care homes were a hit! This batch was extra special: All were designed by young students! I then added "fidget" objects to each of the approximately 350 cards, such as pieces of felt, puffy balls, googly eyes, and buttons as the sensory/touch therapy elements. Here's a note from one of the care facilities: "I did want to send you a thank you for the l

September 2021 is the 10th year of World Alzheimer's Month, with September 21 being World Alzheimer’s Day. In the United States, November is Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. #alzheimers #dementia #comforthuman #brainawareness #seniorliving #mentalhealth #caregiving #memorycare #dementiaawareness #alzheimersawareness #volunteering #seniorliving #lewybodydementia #stayactive #cognitivefunctions #healthcare #endalz #readabook #alzheimerstips #healthymindhealthybody #dementia

What is social wellness, and why is it important for Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia? I had a chance to talk about that topic with Lori La Bey on Alzheimer's Speaks Radio as well as about grassroots initiatives I've created. Interacting with someone who has Alzheimer's/dementia can be challenging, so we also swapped ideas for engagement. And we talked about my book "Conversations With Alzheimer's" and what inspired it. https://www.blogtalkradio.com/alzheimersspeaks/20