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Are you looking for support and assistance for yourself or someone living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia? The Mini Grant Program, funded by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new Alzheimer’s drug called Leqembi (pronounced le-KEM-bee), known by the generic name of lecanemab. This approval allows Medicare and other insurance […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently announced accelerated approval for Leqembi (lecanemab-irmb) for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Following Aduhelm, it’s the second-ever monoclonal antibody therapy to […]
Claire Whetmore provides Fidget Sleeves to Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska Fairbanks for sharing with Interior residents. Fidget Sleeves are a sensory tool used to relax and calm the senses for […]
Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, a general term for loss of memory, language, and other thinking abilities Brian B. Bettencourt | Toronto Star | Getty Images […]
This is a recording of our Living with Dementia Forum from November 2022. Hear from Alaskans diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD), as well as those who are […]
Tips for a successful holiday season when your loved one has dementia December is full of holidays and celebrations. It is a time of traditions. A time for family and […]
Lingering memories of horses And cowboys that ride upon knees, Tall tales not found in any book of stories. Lawrence Welk’s champagne bubbles on Sunday eves, Buck Owens on Hee-Haw […]
Republished from Reitman Centre Team — originally published Dec 20, 2019 Hope found in dementia education and awareness This is the second part of our discussion about the impact of […]
Alaska has the fastest growing senior population in the nation, which means an increasing number of Alaskans are living with dementia. Our state needs to be prepared to address the […]