Aging? Sooner or later, it’s going to happen to all of us and our loved ones. And caregiving of a geriatric or dementia individual requires special tools and training — […]
Alzheimer’s: A Fresh Look and New Resources
Alzheimer’s Disease is the 6th leading cause of death in Wisconsin. One in six people over the age of 65 are affected with the disease. The good news is the […]
Misperceptions of Dementia
How many of you, particularly those aged 55 and older, think that dementia is inevitable? Dementia consists of a group of diseases effecting the brain, like Alzheimer’s Disease, that tend […]
Memories: Alzheimer’s Disease
Tonight, the Perpetual Notion Machine wraps up the series of shows devoted to memory. Sometimes memory doesn’t always work according to plan. Bad things can happen like dementia and other […]
Scott Walker’s Budget Eliminates Funds for Dementia Care Specialists...
Dementia and Alzheimer disease is the 6th leading cause of death in Wisconsin, claiming over 1,800 lives in 2014. As Wisconsin’s population ages, that number will only grow. The number […]
Dementia Friendly: Being Aware, Being Understanding
Monday 8 O’clock Buzz host Brian Standing visits with Joy Schmidt, Dementia care specialist with the Dane County Aging and Disability Resource Center, and Angela Johnson, Spark! Coordinator, both in […]
