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Life imitating art?

The movie ‘50 First Dates’ is about a young woman whose brain injury erases any memory of the previous day. Her suitor comes up with an innovative idea: a memory

SUBSCRIBE Find Senior Care (City or Zip) Alzheimer’s & Dementia |Articles Sundown Syndrome Can Worsen During Fall and Winter Months Rick Phelps   Fall is here and this is the

Get your flu shot!

October marks the start of flu season. Flu shots are included in health care plans. Here in Saint Louis several area hospitals and clinics offer the shot for free. The

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

In Missouri on average, one person dies of suicide every eight hours. 83% of those suicides are by firearm. Sadly, it is easier to get access to a firearm than

Challenges of At-Home Dementia Care

  New Study Highlights Challenges of At-Home Dementia Care for Providers By Robert Holly | August 8, 2019 Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Send email Older adults living with dementia at

Maya Angelou on Forgiveness

“The most wonderful thing, as soon as possible, is to forgive yourself. People do only what they know what to do, not what you think they should do. Not because

June is African-American Music Appreciation Month

Music aids in brain function. Singing helps with breath control and verbal fluency. Enjoy singing, humming, clapping or toe-tapping to your favorite gospel, soul, jazz, rock-n-roll, blues, ragtime, and even

First Aid Preparedness at Home

Every home should have a First Aid kit. Check your kit twice a year as some items can loose their effectiveness or are past expiration. CPR card [we can easily