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09/08/2015

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/science/science-news/11815699/Middle-aged-winning-battle-against-dementia-Cambridge-University-study-finds.html

Dementia 'epidemic' predicted in Nineties has failed to materialise because middle-aged now live far healthier lives than previous generations

09/08/2015

Age doesn’t have to slow you down. If you don't believe this, look at these "Master Champions".

http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/the-running-blog/2015/aug/14/veteran-athletes-world-masters-championships-athletics

09/08/2015

Here is another study that links Alzheimer's with depression. This is why Lilac's 'Comprehensive Care' is so important.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-12/depression-linked-to-cognitive-decline-wa-researchers-find/6690288

Depression may be a precursor to Alzheimer's disease and could be used in a test to screen those not genetically predisposed to the disease, WA researchers say.

08/28/2015

In a very interesting talk at TED, a Stanford researcher, who studies the impact of aging on the human body and brain shares the findings of his research, which shows that a solution to some of the age related issues might actually lie within us all.

http://www.ted.com/talks/tony_wyss_coray_how_young_blood_might_help_reverse_aging_yes_really

Tony Wyss-Coray studies the impact of aging on the human body and brain. In this eye-opening talk, he shares new research from his Stanford lab and other teams which shows that a solution for some of the less great aspects of old age might actually lie within us all.

08/16/2015

This is fantastic. Who wouldn't like to have a classmate like this in the college!
http://m.omaha.com/columnists/grace-great-grandmother-finishes-what-she-started-she-ll-be/article_60e4b366-2a56-5404-8752-dd50e5f976af.html?mode=jqm

She sold the house in Bassett. She bought a red Jansport backpack with a big black “N” on the pocket. Now, 70 years later, Jean Kops will receive her degree after returning to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to complete her education.

08/14/2015

A simple recipe for feeling awesome at 75. Good diet, exercise and state of mind.
http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-16385/i-feel-awesome-at-75-heres-how-i-do-it.html

When I was younger, I made the decision to think about how I wanted to live in my older years. Today, at 75, I'm living the way I hoped I would: a high-energy life free of illness and arthritis. This

08/14/2015

http://khn.org/news/advocate-for-alzheimers-research-says-aging-baby-boomers-face-big-threat-from-disease/?utm_campaign=KFF%3A+The+Latest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=20830434&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_P4ih15WkoW4b3jK0jyt0PkbWAXIQQUOLBb6bi7M44w6wPVlBJ6nFR9a0TeJ3DSZOWSSeY8yimR9JC7XY0I5cu81SLCw&_hsmi=20830434

Dr. Maria Carrillo tells KHN that in addition to finding ways to screen for the disease and treat it, public health officials need to think about increasing the number of skilled nursing homes and ...

08/14/2015

Aerobics are not just good for your heart, they are great for the mind too.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/297287.php

Studies presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference suggest that physical exercise could both protect the brain and alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

08/14/2015

Healthy body, healthy mind.

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/08/12/the-right-dose-of-exercise-for-the-aging-brain/?partner=rss&emc=rss&_r=0

A brisk walk may be all it takes to help improve our ability to think as we age, but more may not be better, according to a new study of exercise and cognition.

07/28/2015

Although 'inconclusive', but some very promising results that a drug can slow down dementia, which would eventually transform how Alzheimer's is managed.
http://www.bbc.com/news/health-33617141

Data from tests on the most promising drug used in treating people with Alzheimer's disease will be presented at a conference later.

07/06/2015

Keep walking... Keep running... Keep jumping... Keep going....
After all age is just a number.
http://positivenews.org.uk/2015/positive_perspective/17873/in-pictures-elderly-athletes-show-age-just-a-number/

Fed up with the depressing imagery surrounding aging, photographer Alex Rotas decided to document an altogether different side to growing old

07/06/2015

Air pollution is making our brains age faster.

http://grist.org/list/air-pollution-is-making-your-brain-age-faster/?utm_source=syndication&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=feed

Exposure to airborne toxins may up your odds of getting dementia, sooner.

07/06/2015

Finally, they are here. Not that great, but a step in the right direction.
http://time.com/3927708/senior-smartwatches/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+time%2Ftopstories+%28TIME%3A+Top+Stories%29

They can replace ugly emergency call devices

06/13/2015

It was an honor to be associated with the 'Walk for Alzheimer's'.
We are offering 5 hours of in-home care services at no charge, to the registered walkers or their family members. Contact us to speak with our care team at 416-548-8078 or [email protected].
http://alz.to/comprehensive-care-with-lilac-home-care/

Interested in free home care from Lilac Home Care? Let’s learn more about this local company… Family members are often looking for options to long-term care for their loved ones with dementia. Professional home care is one such alternative, which allows both the caregiver and those with dementia to…

06/11/2015

Meditation can change your brain.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2015/05/26/harvard-neuroscientist-meditation-not-only-reduces-stress-it-literally-changes-your-brain/?tid=trending_strip_3

Meditation's benefits may derive from its impact on the shape of the brain, thickening parts associated with mind-wandering, memory and compassion, and shrinking the fear center

06/08/2015

Etobicoke, Toronto

06/08/2015

Thanks for sharing Katie. Absolutely amazing.

Katie is 24 and has been caring for her father with dementia since she was 16 years old. Read her own words about her experiences and why she's participating today in the Walk for Alzheimer's. http://alz.to/walkforalzheimers-katies-story/

"Don’t you want to be known as the generation who found a cure for Alzheimer’s disease? How cool would that be? So let’s not stop here. Let’s keep the momentum going and fight for a cure!"

06/05/2015

See you on Saturday

On June 6, people across Toronto will participate in the Walk for Alzheimer’s. They will be joining together to make a difference for families impacted by dementia. Funds raised at the event go towards supporting educational programs, counselling services, as well as supporting research into findin…

06/01/2015

Technology is going to make aging much better and safe. Its just the beginning. http://www.worldmag.com/2015/05/senior_living_gets_smart

More than 1.4 million elderly Americans live in nursing homes or assisted living communities. Although these facilities provide necessary levels of care that

05/30/2015

Want to feel younger? This is how you can do it. http://blogs.leaderpost.com/2015/01/20/senior-care-expert-recommends-10-things-to-make-you-feel-younger/

How old are you? How old do you feel? The two may be quite different. Legendary actor and comedian George Burns said, “You can't help getting older, but you don't have to get old.” He may have had a point.

05/30/2015

We are sponsoring "Walk for Alzheimer's" at Etobicoke on Saturday, June 6th, 2015. http://alz.to/get-involved/walk-for-alzheimers/

Join Us on Saturday, June 6, 2015 The Walk for Alzheimer’s is a community-based fundraising event taking place in over 150 communities across Canada. Join us on Saturday, June 6 at one of four locations across Toronto to help people with dementia and their families. Funds raised go to support educat…

05/30/2015

It's estimated that there are currently 44 million people living with dementia. By 2050 it's estimated this number would jump to 135 million. These are staggering numbers, and we haven't done much progress on dementia research yet.
Lilac is proud to work with Alzheimer's Society Toronto and sponsor "Walk for Alzheimer's" at Etobicoke on Saturday, June 6th, 2015. http://alz.to/get-involved/walk-for-alzheimers/
Registrations are still open.

Working nationwide to improve the quality of life for Canadians affected by Alzheimer's disease and o

05/30/2015

It's estimated there are currently 44 million people living with dementia, the majority undiagnosed. By 2050 it's estimated this number would jump to 135 million. These are staggering numbers, and we haven't done much progress on dementia research yet.
http://www.stuff.co.nz/taranaki-daily-news/news/midweek/67773501/many-may-be-living-with-undiagnosed-dementia

When Professor Graham Stokes started working with dementia patients it was widely believed the disease destroyed the person and left their body as a shell.

05/30/2015

If you feel young at heart, you actually are younger than your age. Here is why... http://www.cnn.com/2014/12/17/health/healthy-aging/index.html

If you feel younger than your years you may live longer. That's what a new study on aging found.

05/30/2015

Its sad that someone gets to the point where he needs to call 911 for food. At the same time, this operator's response is absolutely wonderful. http://abcnews.go.com/Health/elderly-man-called-911-food-move/story?id=31003159

What the operator did next will melt your heart.

05/30/2015

As much as we love to have drinks, we can't ignore that it does have some negative affects, which become pretty bad as we grow old. http://www.nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/drinking-may-be-bad-elderly-heart-n364881

Having a drink or two a day might be good for the heart when you're young, but even just a couple of drinks a day may damage your heart when you start to bec...

05/14/2015

See this incredible SeeSee doing incredible work at the age of 90. Absolutely amazing and inspiring.
http://www.prevention.com/health/90-year-old-nurse-gets-surprise-lifetime

At 90 years old, Florence "See See" Rigney is the oldest working registered nurse in the United States. A feat her fellow nurses, and Washington's Governor Jay Inslee threw Rigney a surprise birthday bash and captured the celebration on video.

05/13/2015

Check this out for some great information and tips on causes, prevention and solutions to aggressive behavior of dementia patients.
http://www.alzheimers.org.uk/site/scripts/documents_info.php?documentID=96

This factsheet aims to aid understanding about what may cause this type of behaviour and offers some ways to deal with it. This should make sure it happens less often, and mean that you are better able to manage when it does.

05/05/2015

If it works, it can literally change lives.

http://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/574920/Alzheimer-s-pill-developed-Scottish-scientists-on-sale-two-years

A PILL said to halt the onset of Alzheimer’s could be on the market within two years, scientists revealed yesterday.

05/05/2015

Here is another study that is linking diabetes with Alzheimer's.
http://medicalxpress.com/news/2015-05-scientists-link-diabetes-alzheimer.html

Researchers have uncovered a unique connection between diabetes and Alzheimer's disease, providing further evidence that a disease that robs people of their memories may be affected by elevated blood sugar, according to scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.